Souillac walks

Route on the heights of Souillac, towards the Marjaudes and Présignac viaducts. A very pleasant hike in spring and early summer, with its diverse and varied flora, panoramic views, birdsong, shaded and varied passages and peaceful walks.

A very pleasant and easy walk suitable for children, passing through the village of Cieurac and past its castle, then climbing up to the hillside with a beautiful view of the town of Souillac. After passing through walnut groves, the route follows the banks of the Dordogne, with opportunities for swimming in summer.

A walk via the Pech de Pinsac, with magnificent views over the Dordogne gorge.

Circular route through varied terrain starting from Millac and heading towards Souillac. Along the way, you’ll encounter remarkable landscapes and monuments: a ruined chapel (Saint-Julien) and a dolmen (Laval).

A lovely walk through the countryside with an unexpected spot to rest.

Circular route through the countryside between the village of Baladou and the hamlet of La Garrigue.

A lovely walk along the Dordogne and the surrounding cliffs. The walk starts and finishes in the picturesque village of Saint-Sozy. The outward leg follows the cliff overlooking the Dordogne and offers magnificent views of Belcastel, Lacave, Le Bougayrou and Saint-Sozy. The return route from the pretty village of Blanzaguet offers access to numerous caves before reaching the banks of the Dordogne, where you can go for a swim. ⚠️ 12/05/2026: Not recommended in wet weather, as sections may be slippery! Sections on ledges may be dangerous with children! A dangerous hike rated between (5) and (7). Read the reviews.

A flat, easy route passing through the pretty village of Saint-Sozy and the walnut groves, with part of the route running alongside the Dordogne.

A beautiful hike from Belcastel to Bastit, returning via the village of Meyraguet. This walk can be done in sunny weather, as much of it is in the forest. You can admire the L'Ouysse valley below. After crossing the road at (2), head towards the magnificent village of Le Bastit on the banks of the Dordogne, overlooked by its castle. The return journey is along a path overlooking the Dordogne. No difficulty, just a slight incline.

A very pleasant route for the whole family, with no difficulty at all. The route is situated in the valley between Meyronne and the Dordogne. You can see the old kiln of a very old tile works, with its manor house at the edge of the hamlet of Laborie; then we arrive at Port de Creysse where, in summer, a boat can take you across the Dordogne. The return journey takes you through walnut groves in the valley.

An incredibly peaceful and easy walk which, following the River Ouysse, allows you to discover a place that feels somewhat removed from the hustle and bustle of modern life. To begin with, there is a beautiful viewpoint overlooking Belcastel Castle. Then, after Les Bertoux, the River Ouysse winds its way through a canyon with no human habitation apart from the few mills that dot the route on the opposite bank. Shaded for almost the entire route, in summer you can enjoy the cool breeze from the river, and finally, you arrive at the fortified mill of Cougnaguet, which you may wish to visit.

An easy short loop starting from Lamothe-Fénelon with a mix of roads, tracks and rolling terrain, with a good number of mills along the Ruisseau du Tournefeuille.

From the Ouysse to the Causse de Lacave, a circular route that takes in scenic viewpoints and the cool banks of the Dordogne.

This route, with its varied landscapes, will allow you to enjoy the bucolic setting of the Ribeyrone valley, the wooded solitude of Le Mal Perdu and, finally, the rural architecture of the authentic village of Masclat with its castle and wash houses.

A circular walk that is easy to follow, to explore the villages of Payrac and Camy, with the option of popping into the Lahore farm (goat milking and Rocamadour cheese on sale).