Independent Walking
T his picturesque region is dominated by the magnificent
Dordogne valley lined with historic delights. Our easy self-guided walking holiday passes through one picturesque village after another. There’ s La-Roque-Gageac which has been built into steep sandstone cliffs which rise high above the river; the beautiful town of Sarlat, famous for its medieval architecture and its lively street market; and the gorgeous hilltop bastide town of Domme, unchanged for centuries. The Dordogne valley also has an impressive array of châteaux such as Fénelon, Beynac, Castelnaud, Marqueyssac, as well as important pre-historic sites. Our moderate graded holiday in Correze explores a less frequented part of Dordogne. Your walk starts near the local centre of Brive-la-Gaillarde and heads south towards Beaulieu sur Dordogne, passing through the historic villages of Turenne, Collonges-la-Rouge and Curement, all of which are classed as some of the prettiest villages in France.
A mixture of charming small bed & breakfasts full of local character and small independent family run hotels offering high quality of service. Many are in historic properties, set in wonderful medieval village locations, some have swimming pools. Warm welcome and gastronomic food. Example: Jeanne Maison d’ hôte is a small bed and breakfast in a historic property in the heart of Collonges-la-Rouge.
Walks
Day 1: Arrival – Welcome at your guest house in Souillac- a bustling market town found on the train line. Explore the fine Romanesque Abbey.
Day 2: Rouffillac- Carsac: A short transfer to Rouffillac. Follow the banks of the river through glorious countryside and visit Chateau Fenelon. Today’ s destination is Carsac, a lovely village in the heart of Perigord Noir. 13.5km, +/- 70m
Day 3: Sarlat: A choice today or maybe do both! A circular walk from Carsac through wonderful countryside, or, walk into Sarlat, which is the jewel in the crown of Dordogne. A magnificent medieval town with superb architecture. 12- 16km, +/- 100m
Day 4: Carsac- Domme: Walk through the enchanting valley towards Domme, a bastide village which offers amazing views of the surrounding region. Explore pretty quaint streets and the caves to be found in Domme. 12.5km, +/- 130m
Day 5: Domme- La Roque Gageac: Wander through enchanting countryside to the beautiful village of La Roque Gageac. Along the way take the opportunity to visit Chateau Castelnaud. Explore the gardens at Chateau Marqueyssac. 12.5km, +/- 100m
Day 6: Beynac: A day walk out of La Roque Gageac. Head towards Beynac and visit the magnificent chateau which looms over the valley. Possibility to take in a boat ride down the river, taking in all the chateaux. 6.5- 12km, +/- 80m
Day 7: St Cyprien- Les Eyzies: A transfer to St Cyprien & from here its on to Les Eyzies, one of Europe’ s most famous pre – historic sites. 12km, +/- 60m
Day 8: Departure- Holiday ends after breakfast. If you have time, visit the National Pre-historic Museum before departing.
Walks
Historic Dordogne Trails
Accommodation
Delights of Historic Dordogne
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6 self-guided walks, moving between guest houses. Staying in 2 of the guest houses for two nights. The holiday is graded easy. Two of the days allow you to increase the amount of walking or to rest. Average: 12km with limited ascents and descents. All the walks are on good paths, although some sections can be muddy and rocky. Anyone in good health can enjoy this holiday.
Dates 15 April- 15 Oct
Quieter Side of Dordogne: Villages of Correze
Day 1: Arrival – Transfer from Brive la Gaillard to your lovely hotel.
Day 2: Noailhac to Turenne: Gentle walk to the beautiful village of Turenne with its castle perched on an isolated hill. 10km- 18km + 200m- 450m
Day 3: Turenne to Collonges-la-Rouge: Head north on the GR480 through the pretty hamlet of Ligneyrac before reaching the wonderful village of Collonges-la-Rouge built from a vibrant red sandstone. 10- 19km + 160m- 430m Day 4: Collonges-la-Rouge to Curemont: Pass through vines in pretty undulating countryside. Finish at the ridgetop village of Curemont, one of the prettiest in France. 17km + 250m. 5 night and 7 night walking holidays split
5 night holiday— Day 5: Curemont to Beaulieu sur Dordogne: A shorter but hillier day to reach the pretty, historic abbey town on the Dordogne River. 13km, + 450m 7 night holiday— Day 5: Curemont to Le Pescher: Head north through a beautiful landscape of vines, pasture and forest into the first hills of the Massif Central as the valleys become more tortuous and the hills become higher. 20km, + 450m
Day 6: Pescher to Roche de Vic: You’ ll have wonderful views over the Sourdoire Valley, all the way towards the hills of the Lot. Continue through pasture and forest to the summit of Roche de Vic at 636m. 15km + 470m
Day 7: Roche de Vic to Aubazine: Short transfer then follow remote ridges and hills to Aubazine a historic monastic village. Opportunity to explore a 12 th century canal system, prehistoric sites and viewpoints. 18kms + 350m
Day 8: Departure- Transfer to Brive after breakfast.
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Independent Walking
♦ Beautiful historic villages and chateaux set in a picturesque landscape
♦ Great panoramic views
♦ Wonderful guest houses & hotels
♦ Classic Dordogne or off the beaten track
7 nights accommodation, including all breakfasts, four dinners, 2 transfers during the week, full walking notes and maps, transport of luggage
Travel to Souillac, France; lunches, 3 evening meals, visits, travel insurance
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4 or 6 days self-guided walking. The walking is mixed with several moderate ascents up and down valleys and hills. On the first two days it is possible to greatly vary the amount of walking which means that the 4-day holiday can be made into an easy walk. The 6 day walk becomes hillier as the holiday progresses. Most days average 4— 6 hrs walking. Paths are generally good, although occasionally stony with the odd steep section.
Dates Everyday( subject to availability) April- Oct
5 or 7 nights accommodation, 1 or 2 lunches & 4 or 5 evening meals, transfer from and to Brive la Gaillard station before and after your holiday, walking notes and maps, luggage transfers
Travel to and from Brive, France, 3 or 4 lunches, 1 or 2 evening meals, visits, travel insurance
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