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Ruch walks
Courbut Circular
Tourist office
7.27 mi
+528 ft
-535 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Ruch (Gironde)
The town, crossed by the Courbut stream, consists of two plateaus sloping down towards the Dordogne. You can enjoy a peaceful and pleasant atmosphere, surrounded by magnificent landscapes of vineyards and forests.
The Doulezon Red Route
5.11 mi
+377 ft
-371 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Doulezon (Gironde)
Walk starting from Doulezon. The village boasts a remarkable medieval church and is crossed by two streams, the Lestage and the Pédayne.
Le circuit jaune de Doulezon
3.27 mi
+276 ft
-276 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Doulezon (Gironde)
Randonnée au départ de Doulezon. Le village est riche d'une remarquable église du Moyen Âge et est traversé par deux ruisseaux, le Lestage et le Pédayne.
Wash house trail in Pujols
5.77 mi
+381 ft
-381 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pujols (Gironde)
As you walk along this route, keep your eyes open! Around a bend in the path or beyond a fence, you will discover traces of the past: wells, dovecotes and mills. You may also meet winegrowers who will tell you about their passion and offer you a taste of their wines.
Blasimon, son lac, ses sous-bois et ses prés
Visorando Member
5.93 mi
+344 ft
-322 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Blasimon (Gironde)
Très agréable lieu, idéal pour un pique-nique, lac dans un cadre calme et bucolique et de très nombreux sous-bois en pleine aventure...
Between woods and vineyards in Sainte-Radegonde
5.45 mi
+226 ft
-246 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Radegonde (Gironde) (Gironde)
This village and its monastery date back to the Middle Ages. It was probably founded by monks attracted by the presence of a fountain.
In this wine-growing commune, you will enjoy a very pleasant walk through rolling countryside.
Sainte-Florence
6.04 mi
+387 ft
-384 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Florence (Gironde)
A bucolic, hilly hike with beautiful views. It starts with a steep climb, but once you reach the top, you'll be rewarded with a beautiful view of the Dordogne valley and Castillon-la-Bataille. The route takes you through vineyards, woods and meadows, with little tarmac. It ends with another steep climb, but less steep than the one at the start.
Gédéon du guidon from Sainte-Florence
26.49 mi
+463 ft
-436 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Florence (Gironde)
Created and offered by the Sainte-Florence Animationassociation during their annual "Vintage Bike Ride" event. Enjoy this 43 km ride in the heart of nature, between hills and rivers, to (re)discover our local landscapes.
Family loop from Sainte-Florence
21.30 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Florence (Gironde)
Created and offered by the Sainte-Florence Animation association during their annual "Vintage Bike Ride" event. Enjoy this 30 km ride in the heart of nature, between hills and rivers, to (re)discover our local landscapes.
Loop from Mouliets-et-Villemartin to Pujols
8.93 mi
+377 ft
-374 ft
45 mins
Easy
Departure from Mouliets-et-Villemartin (Gironde)
From Lac de la Cadie, wind your way through vineyards towards the hills and the picturesque village of Pujols, where you can discover its castle, church and heritage.
Circular route from Cayfas to Listrac-de-Durèze
4.42 mi
+289 ft
-302 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Listrac-de-Durèze (Gironde)
Starting from the church car park, take the paths through the woods where you’ll spot a few pidgeon hunting huts. Then, up on the hillside, amidst the vineyards, you’ll have an exceptional view of the valley.
Rauzan Castle Circular Walk
1.93 mi
+138 ft
-148 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Rauzan (Gironde)
Make the most of this pleasant walk to discover the charming village of Rauzan, its history, its vineyards and its rolling countryside.
The ‘circular route of the Vaillants’ from Rauzan
8.03 mi
+440 ft
-456 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Rauzan (Gironde)
From the moat of Rauzan Castle, this path winds its way through rows of vines stretching as far as the eye can see. Continuing towards Jugazan, the landscape transforms into rolling hills offering magnificent panoramic views of the Engranne Valley.
Red circuit of Mouliets-et-Villemartin
7.55 mi
+249 ft
-249 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Mouliets-et-Villemartin (Gironde)
Starting from Saint-Ferdinand Church, discover the commune of Mouliets-et-Villemartin on this 11 km loop.
Mouliets-et-Villemartin Blue Route
4.97 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Mouliets-et-Villemartin (Gironde)
Starting from Saint-Ferdinand Church, discover the village of Mouliets-et-Villemartin on this 8 km circular walk.
Pierre Loti circular in Flaujagues
7.32 mi
+315 ft
-299 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Flaujagues (Gironde)
Follow in the footsteps of Pierre Loti in the charming village of Flaujagues, where he used to visit his in-laws. Then, from the heights of Juillac, discover a breathtaking view of the Entre-Deux-Mers vineyards.
Tour of the Dordogne starting from Castillon-la-Bataille
35.32 mi
+322 ft
-322 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Castillon-la-Bataille (Gironde)
Follow and admire the Dordogne from both banks as you pass through the villages and hamlets that surround it.
Transversal link: from Castillon-la-Bataille to Blasimon
33.50 mi
+1,709 ft
-1,709 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Castillon-la-Bataille (Gironde)
Take this route on your mountain bike through the vineyards, which will lead you from the quays of Castillon-la-Bataille to Blasimon and its abbey. Finish this route at the Blasimon leisure centre.
Castillonnais hillside loop via Lafaye
5.63 mi
+518 ft
-492 ft
45 mins
Easy
Departure from Castillon-la-Bataille (Gironde)
Starting from the quays of Castillon-la-Bataille, this alternative route takes you to the hillsides of Castillonnais, offering breathtaking views of the Dordogne valley. Explore the valleys and admire the panorama.
Castillon-la-Bataille hillside circular
5.07 mi
+594 ft
-594 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Castillon-la-Bataille (Gironde)
You are in Castillon-la-Bataille, where the Hundred Years' War between the French and the English ended in 1453.
In this historic region, this walk will take you to the hills overlooking the town and the Dordogne River.
Banks of the Dordogne and Jardin de la Lamproie
5.34 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Terre (Gironde)
Come and discover the highest flood levels in the Dordogne since 1840! You'll be amazed...
Follow the banks for 3 km in peaceful surroundings. Then, ride through vineyards and charming little hamlets.
The route is completely flat, on small roads with very little traffic.
Please note: in the event of high tides, some areas may be flooded.
Between Durèze and Soulège
6.70 mi
+463 ft
-453 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Gensac (Gironde)
Thanks to this walk starting from Gensac, an ancient stronghold perched on the natural bend formed by the rocky outcrop, you can look out over the valleys of the Durèze, the Soulège and the Dordogne.
Circular loop around Jugazan
5.79 mi
+358 ft
-348 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Jugazan (Gironde)
A circular route in a fairly hilly landscape where you can admire beautiful views, a dolmen, a Romanesque church and enjoy the undergrowth and vineyards. You can also stop at the "Cabane à Lire" (reading hut), where many books are available.
Tested again on 07/02/2019, the descent after the (1) is narrow but accessible.
The circular of valiant via Jugazan and Rauzan
14.03 mi
+850 ft
-837 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Jugazan (Gironde)
From Jugazan, enjoy the rolling countryside offering magnificent panoramic views of the Engranne valley. Continuing towards Rauzan, wind your way through the rows of vines to reach its medieval castle. Finish your hike by discovering the many Palaeolithic sites in Lugasson.
The circular of the valiant from Jugazan
11.59 mi
+761 ft
-745 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Jugazan (Gironde)
Enjoy the rolling countryside and panoramic views of the Engranne valley as you follow this path. You will then venture through the rows of vines to reach the village of Rauzan and its medieval castle.
Bois Bourru circular in Pellegrue
9.60 mi
+499 ft
-505 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pellegrue (Gironde)
In the heart of the Entre-deux-Mers region, you are now in the bastide town of Pellegrue, founded in the 13th century on a rocky outcrop. During your walk, you will pass through woods and hillsides now planted with vines.
Circular route along the banks of the Dordogne in Pessac-sur-Dordogne
3.41 mi
+266 ft
-266 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Pessac-sur-Dordogne (Gironde)
Pessac-sur-Dordogne is a former port that was once a bustling hub for the transport of wine barrels, staves and cut stone. A jewel of the region, this charming village will captivate you with its eclectic character. Nestled between the Dordogne river and the hillsides, amidst forests and vineyards, you can discover its châteaux tucked away amongst the trees, its three remarkable docks and,
more generally, its typical and picturesque architecture. A lively village – take a leisurely stroll and make the most of a ray of sunshine to explore this town.
The circular Dordogne between Pessac-sur-Dordogne and Ribebon
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.48 mi
+157 ft
-157 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Pessac-sur-Dordogne (Gironde)
This route runs along the Dordogne, then takes you up the hillsides for a refreshing walk.
You'll never tire of it!
Charlemagne’s Hill via Roqueblanche
3.61 mi
+318 ft
-318 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Cabara (Gironde)
This undulating and varied walk takes us from plains to hillsides, through vineyards and woodland.
From the heights, it offers beautiful panoramic views of the Dordogne or the vineyards and thrilling sensations in the dense woodland...
The Gabariers Circular Walk in Cabara
2.72 mi
+203 ft
-190 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Cabara (Gironde)
The Cabara circular walk offers beautiful views, particularly of the meandering Dordogne.
The Port of Cabara, with its old warehouses, serves as a reminder that the village was centred on river trade in the 19th century. Its port was very busy. As a testament to those prosperous times, the houses and shops of the many craftsmen and fishermen still stand on the riverbank.
The circular from Montaigne to Saint-Michel-de-Montaigne
6.28 mi
+344 ft
-322 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Michel-de-Montaigne (Dordogne)
This hike winds its way near the Château de Montaigne, located in the commune of Saint-Michel-de-Montaigne. It is a 14th-century fortified house that was the family home of the Renaissance philosopher and thinker Michel de Montaigne.
The vineyard is part of the Bergerac appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC).
Loop of the Châteaux of Saint-Émilion
8.52 mi
+538 ft
-509 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-des-Combes (Gironde) (Gironde)
From the old Saint-Laurent-des-Combes railway station, at a place called Barbeyron, you will climb back up towards Saint-Émilion with exceptional views of the medieval town. After skirting the town, this hike will take you through the heart of the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru vineyards.
