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Pleaux walks
The Incon stream at Pleaux
Visorando Member
6.30 mi
+912 ft
-902 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Pleaux (Cantal)
A lovely walk, partly sheltered from the bright sunshine.
Well-maintained paths.
Ruisseau des Moulergues in Pleaux
3.51 mi
+433 ft
-423 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Pleaux (Cantal)
A short, very pleasant circular path in summer, mainly through woodland. Well-maintained paths.
The villages of Saint-Martin-Cantalès
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.51 mi
+873 ft
-866 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Cantalès (Cantal)
Circular walk starting from Saint-Martin-Cantalès on the square in front of its beautiful 15th-century church. An easy, shaded route exploring the various hamlets between the two rivers in this vast commune in western Cantal. Yellow“PR®” signposting.
This route is brought to you by the “Balades entre Maronne et Bertrande” association.
Along the Etze and Bertrande rivers
5.52 mi
+1,237 ft
-1,234 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Illide (Cantal)
A lovely, easy hike through bucolic countryside, along and above the water, almost entirely shaded by tall trees. Beautiful views. Swimming possible. Near Saint-Illide, Arnac and Pleaux.
Via Notre-Dame du Puy du Bassin
4.40 mi
+476 ft
-476 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Auriac (Corrèze) (Corrèze)
A very pleasant circular route through fields and woods, with no major difficulties, in the heart of the Xaintrie Blanche, taking you to the region’s highest point, the Puy du Bassin, which rises to 709 m.
The Catou trail
3.88 mi
+344 ft
-348 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Vigean (Cantal)
A beautiful hike, lovingly mapped out in the heart of the Cantal between the castles of Chambres and Mazerolles.
The Comberoute woods and the hamlet of Redenat: a circular route from Sirieix
3.37 mi
+282 ft
-279 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Bassignac-le-Haut (Corrèze)
A short walk, ideal for families. It starts gently through the woods, then takes you down a small “hollow” before climbing back up to Redenat and returning to the starting point. No traffic guaranteed. The wooded paths are well-maintained and the road section is safe.
The Salins Waterfall
1.76 mi
+308 ft
-305 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Salins (Cantal)
A very pleasant short walk to discover the Salins waterfall, the Monzola stream and the village of Salins, mostly in the shade of the undergrowth. There are many points of interest along the route to keep children interested (waterfall, rope bridge, river, etc.).
The path is fully marked in blue. A huge thank you to the Communauté de Communes du Pays de Mauriac for developing and maintaining this walk.
Bassignac-le-Haut and the Dordogne
3.06 mi
+305 ft
-305 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Bassignac-le-Haut (Corrèze)
This is a short walk starting from the magnificent calvary of Bassignac-le-Haut, offering one of the most beautiful views of the Dordogne. It is an easy walk, with part of the route on a quiet road.
Around Saint-Martin-Valmeroux
2.41 mi
+512 ft
-512 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-Valmeroux (Cantal)
If you love hiking but don’t have four hours to spare, this walk is the perfect compromise! Head up into the hills and explore Saint-Martin-Valmeroux by following the local footpaths. You can enjoy beautiful views of the valley and discover the region’s landscapes at your own pace. A lovely opportunity to take a peaceful stroll, with family or on your own, and savour the natural, tranquil atmosphere of the area. It’s a lovely route that combines peace and nature, with a few technical sections only in the first part, but ideal for hiking enthusiasts
Lake Pont-Aubert and the Rochers Noirs Viaduct
7.02 mi
+1,053 ft
-1,063 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Soursac (Corrèze)
You will set off to explore the natural heritage of Soursac by heading towards Lac du Pont-Aubert. You will follow the Tacot trail, visiting the Jardin de Firmin and its cabin with a breathtaking view over the Luzège Valley. You will reach the Viaduc des Rochers Noirs and the Himalayan footbridge.
Circular from the Viaduc des Rochers Noirs to Soursac
3.82 mi
+879 ft
-896 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Soursac (Corrèze)
This route takes you along a very quiet road and narrow paths on either side of the Viaduc des Rochers Noirs viaduct to a metal suspension footbridge over the Luzège. Lovely views of the viaduct and the Luzège Valley.
Roc du Busatier and the Jardin de Bardot
2.33 mi
+712 ft
-712 ft
1h 40
Moderate
Departure from Marcillac-la-Croisille (Corrèze)
A short hike but with a significant elevation gain. Beautiful views over the Dordogne. Visit to the Jardin de Bardot. Explore the penstock of the hydroelectric dam.
See safety precautions in the ‘Practical Information’ section.
Above the Gorges de la Dordogne in Nougein
3.92 mi
+994 ft
-1,001 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Marcillac-la-Croisille (Corrèze)
Walk above the Gorges de la Dordogne, through former chestnut plantations, a restored market garden, along an old Roman road, tracks and forest paths.
The Dordogne valley at the foot of Servières-le-Château
4.42 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,237 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Servières-le-Château (Corrèze)
A beautiful hike on a sunny slope of the Dordogne valley, where the fast-flowing waters of the Glane river run, dominated by the village of Servières-le-Château, renowned for its architectural heritage.
Petite boucle entre Roupeyroux et Saint-Remy-de-Salers
3.12 mi
+741 ft
-748 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Valmeroux (Cantal)
Depuis le lieu-dit Roupeyroux, cette randonnée vous invite à découvrir un parcours authentique qui mêle nature et histoire. Le sentier, en partie non balisé, suit des traces anciennes utilisées autrefois lors des transhumances. Au fil de votre marche, vous longerez le Ruisseau de Saint-Rémy, dont les murmures apportent une sérénité bienvenue. Le chemin, parsemé de nombreux cailloux, requiert de bonnes chaussures pour une progression confortable. Heureusement, l’ombre généreuse des arbres vous accompagnera tout au long du parcours, vous offrant des pauses rafraîchissantes à chaque étape.
Rochers Noirs Viaduct in Lapleau
6.87 mi
+1,414 ft
-1,437 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Lapleau (Corrèze)
Leave Lapleau via the Gorges de la Luzège, heading towards a historic monument in Haute Corrèze: the Rochers Noirs Viaduct, on a more challenging trail than the one that starts in Soursac.
Marcillac-la-Croisille Forest as seen from the Étangs des Ramandes
2.85 mi
+210 ft
-210 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Marcillac-la-Croisille (Corrèze)
A walk through the forest of Marcillac-la-Croisille amongst Christmas trees, in a vast forest of firs, pines, spruces, oaks, chestnut trees and birches.
Tour of Saint-Étienne-Cantalès
2.94 mi
+741 ft
-909 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Étienne-Cantalès (Cantal)
Starting from Saint-Étienne-Cantalès, this is a short, easy route with little road traffic but a variety of paths.
“La Roquaise” via Laroquebrou from Saint-Étienne-Cantalès
10.99 mi
+1,417 ft
-1,427 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-Cantalès (Cantal)
An easy walk allowing you to enjoy the contrasting landscapes of the Cantal region without heading up to high altitudes. Superb views, old farmhouses, magnificent trees, a visit to the medieval village of Laroquebrou and the Saint-Étienne-Cantalès dam; opportunity to swim.
The suggested route generally follows the green ‘La Roquaise’ signposts, apart from a few minor variations.
Tour of the Marais de Cassan (link from Saint-Étienne-Cantalès)
11.42 mi
+627 ft
-617 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-Cantalès (Cantal)
An interesting ride that’s well worth discovering, very different from the usual Cantal landscape. The terrain is flat, but that doesn’t stop there being a few lovely climbs and descents. On foot, the journey might seem a bit long, but on a mountain bike you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the variety of vegetation and scenery. Most of the ride is in the shade of the trees.
Circular Vent Haut to Vent Bas via the Dordogne Valley in Neuvic
7.31 mi
+945 ft
-945 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Neuvic (Corrèze)
Cross these two hamlets south of Neuvic, passing through areas where there are still "dryers" and slate-covered wells. Don't forget to take a close look at the impressive Gorges de la Dordogne.
