Souillac, a region in France's Dordogne Valley, is characterized by its diverse landscapes, which include the majestic Dordogne River, limestone plateaus, and varied hilly terrain. This geographical composition provides a compelling setting for outdoor activities, with wooded valleys and open ridges offering scenic views. The area supports several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Souillac offers more than 200 routes for outdoor enthusiasts, catering to a range of skill levels…
118
Routes
4.3
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Average rating
2767
People visited

5.0
(1)
20
riders
58.6km
02:54
860m
860m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(4)
159
riders
49.0km
02:17
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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35
riders
37.4km
01:46
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.5
(4)
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.
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3.6
(5)
9
riders
45.0km
03:03
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1,091
riders
134km
08:26
1,410m
1,410m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(15)
92
riders
42.1km
02:35
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(14)
85
riders
29.1km
02:00
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
5
hikers
23.0km
06:33
510m
510m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
(11)
65
hikers
12.6km
03:32
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(8)
41
hikers
11.7km
03:22
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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30
hikers
7.26km
01:53
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
runners
11.4km
01:23
260m
260m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
runners
12.8km
01:31
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
15
runners
7.17km
00:47
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
11
runners
8.32km
00:55
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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46
riders
125km
10:41
2,050m
2,050m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
10
riders
32.2km
02:21
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
10
riders
13.8km
01:08
290m
300m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
16
riders
39.0km
03:27
810m
810m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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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.

4.7
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20
riders
32.2km
02:09
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
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.

5.0
(3)
11
riders
52.3km
03:30
770m
770m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Souillac offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features over 280 routes, with an average rating of 4.4 stars from more than 7,000 visitors. Its diverse landscapes, from the Dordogne River Valley to limestone plateaus, provide varied terrain for exploration.
Souillac provides extensive cycling opportunities, including touring and road cycling. The countryside offers hills, fields, and country roads for exploration. A dedicated cycle path runs along the Dordogne River towards Sarlat. For more information, refer to Cycling around Souillac and Road Cycling Routes around Souillac.
Souillac features numerous hiking trails traversing varied landscapes, including wooded valleys and open ridges. Some trails follow the GR 6 route, connecting Sarlat to Rocamadour. Hikers can discover rural heritage and impressive 19th-century railway viaducts. More details are available in the Hiking around Souillac guide.
The Souillac region is suitable for mountain biking, offering diverse terrain. Trails include technical paths through forests, rocky routes alongside rivers, and exhilarating descents. Mountain bike routes range from easy to hard, with varying distances and elevation gains. Consult the MTB Trails around Souillac guide for specific routes.
Souillac offers a wide range of trails catering to all levels, from leisurely strolls to challenging circuits. The area includes 'green routes' exclusively for pedestrians and cyclists, which offer scenic views and are generally suitable for families. Easy mountain biking trails are also available.
Routes in Souillac often feature the Dordogne River Valley, limestone plateaus (Causses), and varied hilly terrain. Historical 19th-century railway viaducts and tunnels are present along some routes. Unique small stone huts called 'Caselles and Gariottes' also blend into the landscape.
Bicycle rentals are an option in Souillac itself. This allows visitors to explore the region's cycling paths and routes without bringing their own equipment.
Souillac is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 7,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's 284 routes have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Souillac, including Cycling around Souillac, Road Cycling Routes around Souillac, Hiking around Souillac, and MTB Trails around Souillac. Additional guides cover Running Trails and Gravel biking.
The official tourism information for Souillac is managed by the Office de Tourisme Vallée de la Dordogne. Their official website is www.vallee-dordogne.com, and they can be reached by phone at +33 5 65 33 22 00.
Souillac provides routes suitable for jogging and running. The diverse terrain, including wooded valleys and open ridges, offers varied environments for these activities. The Running Trails around Souillac guide offers specific options.
The Dordogne River Valley can be explored via dedicated cycle paths running along its banks. Hiking trails also offer views of the river and its surroundings. These routes provide picturesque scenery and opportunities for various outdoor activities.

