Black Perigord hiking
Hiking is a very popular activity in the Périgord Noir, whether you're a family or a sportsman, it can be adapted to suit all levels of ability and the time you have available. Discover the Périgord Noir through hiking during your stay at our Slow Village campsite in the Périgord Noir.
Hiking trails to visit the Périgord Noir
The Périgord Noir abounds in marked trails and small paths of exceptional richness, all year round and for the whole family. For lovers of prehistory and heritage, the Périgord Noir is a land of remarkable natural sites and historical remains.
You'll be able to admire Périgord castles, abbeys, troglodyte sites and medieval villages along the valleys and rocky promontories. This region with its rich history can be explored on a wide range of hikes, all of which sound like an invitation to daydream.
Various hiking trails in Périgord Noir
There are certainly more kilometers of trails than roads in the Périgord Noir, and these offer splendid views over the Vézère and Dordogne valleys. We have selected for you 4 hiking trails in the Périgord Noir.
The holm oak loop
This hike lasts around 2 hours 20 minutes and offers the chance to discover the Fort de La Roque-Gageac and its small village. Over a distance of 9.5 km and a difference in altitude of 388 m, you'll hike through meadows, forest paths and even an ancient Roman road. Departing from the Halle de La Roque-Gageac parking lot on the banks of the Dordogne, you follow the river to the Château de la Malatrie on the other side of the village. You'll then have to make a fairly easy ascent through a wood of holm oaks, on pleasant shady paths. The return journey offers a breathtaking view over the Dordogne valley.
The Montfort circuit
The Montfort circuit is a very pleasant hike of around 15 km, with no particular difficulty and suitable for all seasons. It starts near the Château de Montfort, and after a climb through the undergrowth, you'll come to the sublime village of Vitrac, with its pleasant view over a natural plateau. You can also see the Caudon cliffs and the Roche Percée, which are astonishing works of nature.
The Eyzies walk
This easy hike starts in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac, a picturesque village offering magnificent hiking. The village is one of the world's capitals of prehistory, built entirely on a prehistoric site and troglodyte village. This 8.9 km loop trail takes around 2 hours to explore the Vézère valley. The trail starts in rue de Taillac, near the Cro-Magnon shelter where the first known burial site was discovered.
Then, after crossing the bridge over the Vézère, continue along the path leading from the campsite to reach the signposted itinerary. This walk takes you past cliffs, caves and small lakes. On the way back, you can finish the tour with a visit to the Château des Eyzies, now the Musée National de la Préhistoire.
The Castelnaud-la-Chapelle loop
This 15 km hike will allow you to explore Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, listed as one of France's "Most Beautiful Villages". You'll need to climb up to the village, following the signs for "château écomusée", perched on a cliffside overlooking the confluence of the Dordogne and Céou rivers. You can also admire the Château de Castelnaud and its Périgord mansions, terraced along the steep streets.
