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Saint-Cyprien-sur-Dourdou walks
The Duzou balcony
Visorando Member
7.89 mi
+860 ft
-853 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cyprien-sur-Dourdou (Aveyron)
From Saint-Cyprien-sur-Dourdou, let's explore the ruins of a feudal castle at the confluence of the Créneau and Dourdou rivers, near the village of Nauviale with its red sandstone houses. The route is mainly on small roads with no traffic, but there is a climb up a forest track, following a section of a fitness trail and then a section along the ridge, which offers a superb view of the Duzou valley.
The Vineyard Trail in Conques
3.00 mi
+656 ft
-640 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Conques (Aveyron)
Located in the heart of the Lot Valley, Conques-en-Rouergue, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France" and "Villages of Charm in France", is an essential stop on one of the Saint James' Ways, the GR®65 - the Via Podiensis. As you walk around the Abbey Church of Sainte-Foy (12th-13th centuries) and through the narrow streets, you can admire the beautiful half-timbered houses.The hike crosses the medieval village, then passes through the vineyards, offering beautiful views of Conques and the Dourdou valley.
Conques en Rouergues - Livinhac le Haut
14.43 mi
+2,326 ft
-2,431 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Conques (Aveyron)
Twenty-fifth stage of the Way of St James. This challenging stage, starting from Conques, takes you to Livinhac-le-Haut via Decazeville, along a path known as "Lou Camin Conquet". After a long climb at the start, you will discover picturesque and varied landscapes as well as diverse architecture.
The chapels of Marcillac-Vallon
8.05 mi
+1,532 ft
-1,526 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Marcillac-Vallon (Aveyron)
This circular route combines tarmac sections with an original route to discover four chapels located around the village of Marcillac-Vallon. Two marked sections (GR® 62 andPR®) make it easier to follow thesecond part of the route, from Saint-Jean-le-Froid, the highest point of this itinerary focused on small religious heritage sites.
Please note: a return variant has just been published following the deterioration of the path in the Bruéjouls ravine.
From Senergues to Conques via the GR®65
5.77 mi
+417 ft
-1,053 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Sénergues (Aveyron)
From the pretty village of Senergues to another very beautiful village, Conques. The route alternates between roads and paths through the woods. The arrival in Conques is via a long descent that is quite steep in places. The views are magnificent. The path is always marked in white and red by the GR®65.
As this hike does not return to the starting point, you will need to leave a vehicle in Conques.
The Créneau balcony
10.31 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,306 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Marcillac-Vallon (Aveyron)
From Marcillac-Vallon, climb up to admire the Créneau valley on the right bank, with its waterfall gushing out in the middle of the village of Salles-la-Source. Then cross to the other bank to return first along a balcony path and then along a small road and shaded paths, inviting you to enjoy a bucolic walk that ends with a view of the valley from the famous Pont Rouge bridge in Marcillac-Vallon.
On the heights of Saint-Bauzels
5.60 mi
+699 ft
-676 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Espeyrac (Aveyron)
Near Conques, there is an easy circular with beautiful views of the Aveyron countryside. It straddles three municipalities: Espeyrac, Saint-Félix-de-Lunel and Sénergues.
Between valleys and hills, starting from Espeyrac
4.78 mi
+768 ft
-768 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Espeyrac (Aveyron)
Espeyrac is a stop on the Way of St James. A picturesque granite village with slate roofs, in unspoilt natural surroundings, surrounded by ancient chestnut groves. You will find refreshments, a grocery store, lodges and an inn.
Route from Espeyrac to Entraygues between the GR®65 and GR®465
6.63 mi
+774 ft
-1,299 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Espeyrac (Aveyron)
Route linking Espeyrac on the GR®65 with the medieval town of Entraygues on the GR®465 via the Chemin de la Reine Margot. You’ll enjoy magnificent views over the Lot and Truyère valleys, as well as the Monts du Cantal and the Aubrac Plateau. Please note: unless you’re continuing on to Entraygues, this route will require you to leave one car here and another in Espeyrac for the return journey.
The Cruou Valley
7.10 mi
+932 ft
-932 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Salles-la-Source (Aveyron)
At the gateway to the Marcillac vineyards, on the Causse Comtal plateau, a notch in the Vallée du Cruou splits this hub of civilisation where châteaux and manor houses dot the landscape among the devèzes, woods and streams.
Dolmen and La Roque spring, starting from Salles-la-Source
2.82 mi
+525 ft
-551 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Salles-la-Source (Aveyron)
Highlights of this walk include:
- exploring a dolmen,
- a panoramic view of the limestone plateaus grazed by cows,
- a short detour to the source of the Roque (optional),
- a walk down to La Roque waterfall,
- views over the Roque and Créneau valleys.
The Buissières à la Vinzelle trail
1.98 mi
+807 ft
-791 ft
1h 35
Moderate
Departure from Grand-Vabre (Aveyron)
A circular route starting from La Vinzelle, allowing you to discover mountain streams and waterfalls, superb views of the Lot valley from the heights and ending with a tour of the village.
The Causse de Salles-la-Source starting from Pont-les-Bains
7.19 mi
+1,004 ft
-971 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Salles-la-Source (Aveyron)
Discover the Rougier de Marcillac and the Causse de Salles-la-Source.
The Bouyssière path to Bournazel
Tourist office
5.69 mi
+1,004 ft
-1,004 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Bournazel (Aveyron)
At the initiative of a group of residents from the commune of Bournazel, the Tourist Information Office and Bournazel Town Hall have joined forces to carry out a major project to reopen and maintain rural paths, making them accessible for walking. Please respect their work.
The Boriette path to Bournazel
5.99 mi
+1,243 ft
-1,240 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bournazel (Aveyron)
Spurred on by a group of residents from the commune of Bournazel, the Tourist Information Office and Bournazel Town Hall have joined forces to carry out a major project to reopen and maintain rural paths, making them accessible for walking. Please respect their work.