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Sarroux walks
Panoramic view of the Dordogne at the Saint-Nazaire site
A short walk for a beautiful view of the Dordogne gorges, at the confluence with the Diège.
The Dordogne lake at the Mont site
A very short round trip walk offering a beautiful view of the Dordogne upstream from the Bort-les Orgues dam and Château de Val.
Tour of the Orgues de Bort-les-Orgues
Short circular to discover Bort-les-Orgues from the top of the organ pipes (cliffs) that gave this charming little town its name.
Moderator's warning: Please note! A notice dated 7 September 2020 indicates that the section between (5) and (6) is closed.
The electric Dordogne in Bort-les-Orgues
A hike, mainly in the forest, on the heights of Bort-les-Orgues, passing by a few viewpoints and at the foot of the rock formations.
Sentier du Milan trail in Liginiac
Set off to explore this trail, which will take you to the Roc Grand viewpoint via the Saut de Juillac and a view of the Monts du Cantal. You can also discover one of the most beautiful views of the Gorges de la Dordogne, with almost 180° visibility. If you're lucky, you may see a bird of prey flying over the gorges.
The Saut de la Saule
A short, easy, shaded circular walk from Cheyssac (in the commune of Vebret in Cantal) to the Saut de la Saule, a steep-sided gorge on the Rhue.
The Rhue is a tributary of the Dordogne that separates Cantal and Corrèze (and therefore Auvergne from Limousin) near Bort-Les-Orgues.
The Lacustrine Dordogne at Monestier-Port-Dieu
A short circular route, mostly through the woods, with two return trips: the first to reach the banks of the Dordogne, which here is a lake just upstream from the Bort-les-Orgues dam, and the second to discover the Site de la Vie, a pretty viewpoint with an orientation table.
Couzan Castle and the Rhue Gorges
Circular route in the countryside north of Antignac, through fields and woods, to discover a pretty château and the Gorges de la Rhue.
Discover the old Triouzoune power station.
A circular route with some slightly technical sections, but a detour that is well worth it to reach the Triouzoune and the remains of an old power station dating from 1910, which has been replaced by a dam upstream.
Chastel viewpoint and Violon valley
A long circular route passing through several hamlets and villages, through the Violon valley and the Belvédère de Chastel.GPS or Visorando app useful on certain sections.
The Agayrou Rock
A short circular route offering superb views over the Sumène valley.
The Neuvic forest trail
Set off on a family walk to explore the forest trails of the commune of Neuvic, passing through a few hamlets and, with a bit of luck, perhaps encountering some forest wildlife.
The Dordogne lake at Prieuré Port-Dieu
A short walk to discover a beautiful site upstream from the Bort-les-Orgues dam.
Countryside and forest in Saint-Étienne-de-Chomeil
Circular route, with some open views, passing through a pleasant forest.
Circular Vent Haut to Vent Bas via the Dordogne Valley in Neuvic
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.
Discover Ussel
A mini-hike to discover the historic centre of the small medieval town of Ussel.