Promilhanes is a region located in the southeastern Lot department of the Occitanie region of France. Situated within the Causses du Quercy Natural Regional Park, a UNESCO Global Geopark, the area features a limestone plateau known as the Causse de Limogne. This landscape is characterized by luxuriant greenery, traditional stone structures, and ancient stone crosses, providing a diverse environment for outdoor pursuits. The natural setting in Promilhanes supports several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
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4.6
(14)
50
hikers
9.49km
02:34
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51
hikers
5.01km
01:18
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
17.6km
04:56
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
hikers
12.8km
03:39
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
riders
27.8km
02:48
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
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50.3km
04:20
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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6
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12.6km
01:03
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
52.9km
05:06
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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6
riders
49.4km
03:16
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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43.7km
03:01
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
riders
59.0km
05:21
1,160m
1,160m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
riders
34.6km
02:10
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
riders
87.1km
04:19
1,220m
1,220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
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40.9km
01:50
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

17
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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15
riders
39.2km
02:01
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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17
runners
4.87km
00:35
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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7.04km
00:44
60m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.6km
02:04
350m
350m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.26km
00:49
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
54.2km
04:03
890m
890m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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61.2km
04:33
1,040m
1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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37.8km
02:14
370m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
78.6km
05:38
1,170m
1,170m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Promilhanes offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 27 routes, with an average rating of 4.54 stars from more than 270 ratings. Over 1,800 visitors have explored the area.
Promilhanes is situated on the Causse de Limogne, a limestone plateau within the Causses du Quercy Natural Regional Park. The landscape features luxuriant greenery, traditional stone structures like 'gariottes' and 'cazelles', and ancient stone crosses. Geological curiosities such as caves, 'igues' (sinkholes), and resurgences are also present.
Yes, Promilhanes is crisscrossed by a vast network of pedestrian paths suitable for hiking. The area's limestone terrain and traditional architecture provide a scenic backdrop for walks. More information on hiking routes can be found in the guide Hiking around Promilhanes.
Promilhanes offers routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The nearby Lot Valley features dedicated cycle routes like 'La vallée du Lot' (V86), a 130-mile (210 km) route, and 'La Vagabonde' (V87), spanning 72 miles (116 km). Guides like Cycling around Promilhanes and Road Cycling Routes around Promilhanes provide further details.
Yes, Promilhanes provides opportunities for mountain biking. The region's diverse terrain, including the limestone plateau, is suitable for off-road cycling. Specific routes and information can be explored in the guide MTB Trails around Promilhanes.
The region offers a range of routes, including options suitable for various skill levels. While specific beginner routes are not detailed, the vast network of paths and cycle routes suggests accessible options. Family-friendly cycling is also supported by the presence of greenways.
Promilhanes is a popular destination on komoot, with over 1,800 visitors having explored its routes. The 27 available routes have received more than 270 ratings, averaging 4.54 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Promilhanes features distinctive traditional stone structures such as 'gariottes' and 'cazelles' (dry stone huts), alongside ancient stone crosses. Natural highlights include 'lavoirs-papillons' (butterfly washhouses) and 'lacs de Saint-Namphaise' (Saint-Namphaise lakes) carved into rock. The area also has geological curiosities like caves and sinkholes.
Yes, Promilhanes offers routes specifically for jogging. The region's pedestrian paths and natural environment provide suitable terrain for running. Information on these routes can be found in the guide Running Trails around Promilhanes.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Promilhanes covering various activities. These include Hiking around Promilhanes, Cycling around Promilhanes, MTB Trails around Promilhanes, Road Cycling Routes around Promilhanes, Running Trails around Promilhanes, and Gravel biking around Promilhanes.
The Mairie (town hall) of Promilhanes can be contacted for local information. The official phone number is +33565315352. For email inquiries, the address is mairie.promilhanes@wanadoo.fr.

