Tuscany? Been there? Done that? Tired of the overcrowded walking routes and paths, the now-touristy and commercialised little villages in the hills that were once so attractive to the walkers, hikers and cyclists?
Then the Dordogne is your answer this year.
When looking at the diary for walkers, hikers and cyclists or horse back riders-- and even for those who love to take to the water in canoes and kayaks and explore the magnificent scenery from the this unique vantage point, then you need look no further than the beautiful Southwest of France: The Dordogne Perigord has everything and more to offer those who are looking for something a little extra for their holidays this summer -- and for those who love the idea of an adventure holiday or an activity holiday or a journey of discovery on horseback.
Here are some of the many well-organised and very attractive walks and rides. -- Although most of these routes accessible at any time, some of them include very interesting and worth-seeing areas that are normally not open to the public and some of them have an accompanying guide to inform the walkers about the fascinating local history, fauna or flora. Most of the walks are suitable for children as well. Some are themed around a specific event or feature of the area. The outings are also organised in such a way that you do them at your own pace and in your own way, unencumbered by crowds of people, even though there are facilities and refreshments organised on the way for those who are not used to the more strenuous or arduous exercise. --- And with most of them you will be either sent on your way or welcomed back to the finishing point with a special glass of something delicious.
Outings for Walkers/Hikers:
May 2008
11 Ladornac-Terrasson
18 Campgnac Sarlat
18 Faux
18 Belves
24 Biron
25 Campagne/Saint Cyprien
26 Tremolat
31 Grignols/ Jaure
31 Prats du Perigord
June 2008
01 Bourdeilles
01 Mrcillac-Sarlat
07 Cales
08 Eymet
08 Perigeux
14 Brantome
15 Meyrals
21 Bourdeilles
22 Azerat
28 Valojoux
July 2006
03 Fleix
12 Saint Martin l'Astier
13 Bourrou
13 Montpon
14 Saint Martin de Riberac
16 Saint Pardoux la Riviere
18 La Roche Chalais
20 Lalinde
22 Nontron
22 Domme
24 Saint Meard de Gurcon
27 Orliaguet/ Simeyrols
31 La Tour Blance
August 2008
01 Sigoules Monbos
03 Gadlan
07 Saint Antoine de Breuilh
08 Saint Romain Saint Clement
09 Pezuls (evening walk)
09 Saussinac
12 Jayac
15 La Rochebeaucourt
24 Boulouneix
30 Parcoul
31 Excideuil
September 2008
06 Varaignes
13 Monpazier
14 La Coquille
14 Trelissac
14 Piegut
Equestrian Outings
18/05 Lempzours
25/05 Abjat sur Bandiat
01/06 Saint Sauveur de Bergerac
08/06 Saint Felix de Reilhac
22/06 Lempzours
05/07 Belves
13/07 Bourrou
20/07 Lalinde
27/07 Saint Sauveur de Bergerac
27/07 Castelnaud la Chapelle
17/08 Saint Sauveur de Bergerac
13/09 Castelnaud la Chapelle
21/09 Lempzours
Cycling
24/05 Biron
25/05 Abjat sur Bandiat
01/06 Saint Laurent des hommes
07/06 Marcillac Sarlat
12/07 Saint Martin l'Astier
13/07 Bourrou
20/07 Lalinde
0/08 Parcoul
14/09 Perigeux
14/09 Piegut
Evening or Night Walks
24/05 Biron
18/07 La Roche Chalais
20/7 Lalinde
23/07 Beaumont
24/07 Saint Meard de Gurcon
09/08 Pezuls
12/08 Jayac
12/08 Beaumont
13/09 Monpazier
A feast for the active and energetic of body, spirit and mind!
If you are going to be anywhere in the area during the next few months, be sure to make a note of the outings near there. And if you would like more details about any of these mentioned outings, do not hesitate to let me know -- by clicking on the 'Comment' below and I shall provide all the details and information you need.
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