Dordogne walking maps upgrade#

You can spend some time exploring this historic site (visit included) before continuing your loop walk back to Marquay. Below the chateau and across the valley from the castle there are lots of troglodyte caves in the rock, evidence of an even earlier period of habitation at this interesting site. This 12 th century castle was abandoned and completely covered in brambles and vegetation until it was ‘rediscovered’ in the 1970s. Finally, you arrive at the Château de Commarque, perched dramatically on a rocky outcrop.

You begin your walk from here, through a landscape of rolling hills, pretty hamlets, deep oak & chestnut forests, and rock shelters carved by the meandering River Beune. Travel to Sarlat / from Montignac (start and end of trip)ĭay 3: optional boat cruise on the Dordogneĭay 7: entrance to Lascaux IV (should be booked well in advance)Īnything else not mentioned in the “included” sectionĪdditional nights before, during or after the walkĭistance: 12 km | Ascent: 330 m | Descent: 330 m | Walking time: 3 hrs approx.Ī short taxi transfer (15 mins) is included this morning to take you to the charming and ancient village of Marquay. Lunches & dinners, if not otherwise stated Road Book with detailed walking itineraries & highlighted maps Cyprien or Meyralsĭay 7: taxi transfer to Le Moustier or St Leon sur Vezere You can start your trip on any day of the week (subject to availability) from March 1 st to November 15 th.ĭay 2: entrance to the Chateau de Commarqueĭay 2: taxi transfer to and from Marquay for the walkĭay 3: taxi transfer to Beynac or La Roque Gageacĭay 4: taxi transfer to Chateau de Milandesĭay 5: taxi transfer to Limeuil or Le Bugueĭay 6: taxi transfer to St.

Dordogne walking maps upgrade#

It is also possible to upgrade to ***hotels. If any of the hotels are fully booked, then we will book a similar one for you and inform you about the alternative booked. The standard hotels of this trip are listed below. In charming **hotels/guesthouses on a bed & breakfast basis. *A single supplement charge will apply for solo walkers. With its rich food, heady history, château-studded countryside and picturesque villages… It’s also famous for having some of France’s finest prehistoric cave art, which fill the caverns and rock shelters of the Vézère Valley.” Lonely Planet

“Few regions sum up the attractions of France better than the Dordogne. A relaxed walking holiday in the Dordogne is the perfect way to experience this unforgettable blend of nature, history, heritage, exceptional food & outstanding local wines. You can mingle with the locals at the lively market in Sarlat and savour the specialties of the region: foie gras, confits, truffles, strawberries accompanied with a glass of Bergerac wine. From there, the hiking trails lead you to some of the most beautiful villages in France – such as Beynac, Domme, Castelnaud and La Roque Gageac – as well as the pre-historic sites of Les Eyzies and Lascaux, with its world-famous cave drawings. Your trip begins in Sarlat-la-Canéda, capital of the region and town of art and history. Discover fairy-tale castles from the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods, often with dramatic hilltop settings overlooking the river. Walk on gentle hiking trails along riversides and magnificent limestone cliffs, through peaceful chestnut forests and walnut orchards. Choose from easy or moderate hikes and immerse yourself in the rich heritage and natural beauty of the Dordogne & Vézère Valley. On this walking holiday you will hike through the stunning Périgord Noir region in Southwest France. Self-guided walking holiday in the Dordogne Walk between pretty villages and hilltop chateaux lining the banks of the Dordogneĭiscover the prehistoric sites of Lascaux & Roque St Christophe in the UNESCO Vézère valleyĮxplore the charming medieval town of Sarlat-la-Caneda and its famous local marketĭiscover the cliffside villages of La Roque Gageac and Les Eyzies, the “World Capital of Prehistory” Hike on peaceful paths through the highlights of the Périgord Noir