Discover Dordogne Self-guided Cycling Tour

Arrival in Souillac.

Explore by foot the architectural heritage of this city. Possibility to visit the Benedictine Monastery which was built in the XIIth century by St Eloi, and his sumptuous abbey.

Souillac – Rocamadour | 21 km or 28 km.

For your 1st bike stage, cross over the Dordogne river and its astonishing landscapes to reach Rocamadour which used to be one of the most famous Christian Occident pilgrims. This astonishing village has been built on a rock which offers you a view over the valley just fantastic. Do not miss taking a short walk to the Belvederes.

Rocamadour – Gourdon | 33 km.

A run through forest and hills in the Nature reserve called "The Causse du Quercy". An area of contrasts where limestone of the Causse gives way to the fertile soils of the valleys. In Gourdon, discover French treasures such as Foie Gras and the black diamond ‘truffle’ mushroom : taste and enjoy all the delicious local produce and discover the French way of life,

Gourdon – La Roque Gageac | 23 km or 26 km.

Come back to the Dordogne Valley to discover the beautiful fortified town of Domme, overlooking the river. This village classified as one of the most beautiful villages of France will offer you a wonderful view over the valley and numerous testimonies of its feudal architecture. Stop in La Roque Gageac, ancient river harbor pressed into the cliff - another beautiful classified village where the Dordogne river gives the rhythm of life and a charming atmosphere.

La Roque Gageac – Les Eyzies | 30 km or 54 km.

A magic stage along the loops of Dordogne River to discover Beynac perched on a rock and the château des Milandes where Josephine Baker lived and left her mark. Continue along the Dordogne river via typical small villages to reach Les Eyzies, a village built on a cliff with numerous prehistorical testimonies

Les Eyzies – Sarlat | 26 km or 54 km.

From Les Eyzies, nicknamed "The Prehistory capital", on the long version of this stage you will enjoy the beautiful landscape to Montignac where you can visit the well known Lascaux grottos which is one of the most important prehistorical site thanks to its numerous prehistorical paintings and caves. Incursion in the Sarladais country to join the famous medieval town of Sarlat. This city is also well known by gourmets for its delicious local products, such as ducks ‘foie gras’, truffle mushrooms and its market where you can smell, taste and discover all these treasures.

Sarlat – Souillac | 31 km.

A day ride on a former railway track transformed into a long and very pleasant cycling path. Way back to Souillac along the banks of the Dordogne river overlooked by the Chateau de Fenelon, a chateau from the 15th century covered with Lauzes (stone roofing) nestled in green scenery and a quiet restful environment.

Departure during the day after returning your cycling equipment