Montgesty is a rural commune located in the Lot department within the Occitanie region of France, offering a picturesque setting for outdoor pursuits. The area is characterized by the Bouriane, a natural region featuring sandy, hilly terrain and extensive chestnut forests, alongside the mineral landscapes of the Quercy limestone plateaus. This diverse environment, with its gentle green hills, verdant valleys, and ancient woodlands, provides varied backdrops for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
72
Routes
4.5
(56)
Average rating
475
People visited

5.0
(7)
50
hikers
6.66km
01:50
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
12
hikers
14.6km
04:11
340m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
6
hikers
5.80km
01:37
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
hikers
24.1km
06:41
430m
430m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
15
riders
45.5km
02:49
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
22.0km
01:55
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
10
riders
103km
06:44
1,340m
1,340m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
23.8km
01:51
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(7)
11
riders
19.6km
01:42
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
14
riders
43.5km
04:06
980m
980m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
riders
43.2km
03:41
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
12
riders
29.6km
02:36
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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14
riders
43.4km
02:01
460m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

15
riders
61.7km
03:01
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

9
riders
50.4km
02:19
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(7)
10
riders
31.7km
01:33
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(1)
5
riders
26.0km
01:58
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
23.0km
01:46
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
29.1km
02:33
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
4
riders
38.7km
03:02
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
runners
8.77km
00:58
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
9.09km
01:04
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
5.94km
00:46
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
9.08km
00:59
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Montgesty offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features 14 routes with an average rating of 4.45 stars from over 3,700 visitors. These activities explore diverse landscapes like the Bouriane's hilly terrain and Quercy limestone plateaus.
Yes, Montgesty provides several road cycling routes that traverse varied landscapes, including the Lot Valley. The region is recognized as an excellent destination for cycling. Cyclists can find detailed information and routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Montgesty guide.
Montgesty offers mountain biking trails that explore the region's sandy, hilly terrain and chestnut forests. The area's diverse environment is suitable for MTB enthusiasts. Specific routes and details are available in the MTB Trails around Montgesty guide.
Yes, touring cyclists can explore Montgesty's rural heritage and natural beauty. The Lot Valley Cycle Route (V86) is a significant path in the broader area, offering an intermediate-level journey. A dedicated guide for Cycling around Montgesty provides more information.
Montgesty offers appealing environments for jogging, with routes through verdant valleys and oak forests. A notable route is the Château de Crabillé loop from Montgesty, approximately 5.6 miles (9.1 km) long. More options are detailed in the Running Trails around Montgesty guide.
Hiking trails in Montgesty explore ancient woodlands, gentle green hills, and traditional rural heritage sites like gariottes and cazelles. The preserved natural environments, influenced by the Causses du Quercy Natural Regional Park, offer picturesque views. Information on routes can be found in the Hiking around Montgesty guide.
Yes, Montgesty is suitable for gravel biking, offering routes that combine varied terrain. The region's sandy, hilly landscape and forest paths provide diverse options for gravel cyclists. A guide for Gravel biking around Montgesty is available.
Montgesty's landscape includes ancient oak and chestnut forests, gentle green hills, and verdant valleys. Traditional rural heritage features such as gariottes (dry stone shelters), cazelles (shepherd's huts), and old mills are also present. The area is influenced by the Causses du Quercy Natural Regional Park.
Spring and autumn are recommended for hiking due to pleasant temperatures and vibrant scenery. For other activities, summer mornings and late afternoons are ideal to avoid heat. The varied terrain offers diverse challenges and scenic rewards throughout much of the year.
Montgesty's outdoor routes are popular, with more than 3,700 visitors sharing their experiences. The 14 available routes have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
The municipality of Montgesty can be contacted directly for local information. The phone number for the Mairie de Montgesty is +33 5 65 22 73 80. Email inquiries can be sent to mairie.de.montgesty@orange.fr or mairie.de.montgesty@wanadoo.fr.

