Lacave is a region in France's Dordogne Valley, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. Its geography is defined by the meandering Dordogne and Ouysse valleys, contrasting with the limestone plateaus of the Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park. This varied terrain provides a rich environment for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, and more. The area's natural features, including riverbanks and elevated causses, create distinct settings for exploration.
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118
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4.6
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Average rating
1568
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4.2
(17)
87
riders
33.8km
02:34
510m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(14)
59
riders
40.2km
02:37
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
24.0km
01:38
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
riders
42.3km
02:59
810m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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95
hikers
13.0km
03:42
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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75
hikers
4.94km
01:40
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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24
hikers
11.1km
03:06
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38
hikers
25.4km
06:59
430m
420m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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59
riders
51.0km
04:57
1,240m
1,240m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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34
riders
35.3km
02:42
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
57.5km
05:00
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

2
riders
33.7km
03:02
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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50
riders
38.4km
01:40
300m
300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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37
riders
32.7km
01:40
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

25
riders
29.5km
01:30
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
riders
46.1km
02:21
720m
720m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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17
riders
82.0km
06:22
1,400m
1,400m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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13
riders
86.9km
06:38
1,390m
1,390m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
riders
33.0km
02:30
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
riders
36.5km
02:13
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
runners
27.4km
03:23
720m
720m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
runners
11.2km
01:19
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
11.8km
01:26
300m
300m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
14.0km
01:28
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lacave offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features 69 routes catering to different preferences and skill levels. These activities take place across diverse landscapes, from river valleys to limestone plateaus.
Lacave features 23 hiking routes, with an average rating of 4.58 stars. Trails traverse the Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park and the Dordogne Valley. For detailed information on routes, consult the Hiking around Lacave guide.
Lacave offers 11 road cycling routes. These routes often follow the Dordogne River or ascend onto the surrounding plateaus, providing varied terrain. Cyclists can find more information in the Road Cycling Routes around Lacave guide.
Gravel biking is a popular activity in Lacave, with routes exploring both paved and unpaved tracks. The diverse topography of the Dordogne and Ouysse valleys, alongside the Causses, provides suitable terrain. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Lacave, is available for route planning.
Outdoor routes in Lacave vary in difficulty, accommodating different experience levels. The region's topography includes relatively flat riverside paths and more challenging ascents on the limestone plateaus. Route descriptions on komoot provide specific difficulty ratings for each trail.
Lacave is characterized by the Dordogne and Ouysse valleys, and the Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park. Notable natural features include the Lacave Caves, known for their extensive underground networks, and the scenic Dordogne River. Many routes offer views of these natural highlights.
The Lacave region features several historical landmarks that can be encountered during outdoor activities. These include the 14th-century Château de Treyne and the Château de Belcastel, both offering historical context to the landscape. The area also has a rich prehistoric heritage.
Lacave is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 12,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 69 available routes have received an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars from over 1,300 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities in Lacave. These include guides for Hiking around Lacave, Road Cycling Routes around Lacave, Gravel biking around Lacave, and more, providing detailed information and route suggestions.
Lacave's terrain is diverse, encompassing the lush Dordogne and Ouysse river valleys and the elevated limestone plateaus of the Causses du Quercy. This variety provides options ranging from relatively flat riverside paths to more undulating and challenging routes across the causses. The geological formations include dramatic cliffs and gorges.
Lacave offers 5 mountain biking trails. These routes utilize the varied terrain of the region, including sections within the Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park. The MTB Trails around Lacave guide provides specific route details.
The local municipality of Lacave can be contacted for administrative inquiries. Their official website is Mairie de Lacave. For direct communication, the phone number is 05.65.37.03.83.

