Bézenac, a region nestled within France's picturesque Dordogne Valley and the Périgord Noir, offers a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by the meandering Dordogne River, limestone cliffs, and rolling hills, creating a varied terrain of chestnut and oak forests, meadows, and orchards. This natural setting provides opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Bézenac provides a range of outdoor activities for exploration. There…
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4.5
(16)
40
hikers
12.9km
03:33
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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47
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9.52km
02:34
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
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9.67km
02:38
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
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4.76km
01:15
40m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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3
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14.4km
01:10
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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212
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32.6km
02:00
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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82
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50.4km
03:22
510m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
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32
riders
34.7km
02:02
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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65
riders
66.5km
03:18
1,060m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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82
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31.3km
01:21
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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41
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53.0km
02:22
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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41
riders
56.1km
02:42
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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27
riders
39.9km
02:33
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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37
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39.6km
03:00
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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58.0km
04:06
800m
800m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

12
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23.1km
01:18
180m
180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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23
runners
6.65km
00:41
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.1km
01:09
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
13.1km
01:26
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
runners
39.5km
04:43
1,050m
1,050m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
56.1km
04:11
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.0km
02:31
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
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24.4km
01:43
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
22.9km
01:31
310m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bézenac offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes with rivers, cliffs, and forests suitable for these sports.
Bézenac has 12 routes available on komoot. These routes cover various sports and have been explored by more than 16,000 visitors, receiving an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars.
Bézenac provides several cycling opportunities, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. Cyclists can find routes through rolling hills, orchards, and medieval villages. For more information, consult the Cycling around Bézenac guide.
Bézenac offers hiking trails that traverse woods, meadows, and areas along the Dordogne River. Hikers can explore paths leading to villages built into limestone cliffs and discover historical sites. A dedicated guide for Hiking around Bézenac is available.
Mountain bike trails in Bézenac feature rugged terrain, particularly in the Upper Valley, with challenging inclines and descents. The region's landscape includes forests and hills, providing varied conditions for mountain biking. More details can be found in the MTB Trails around Bézenac guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Bézenac, including Cycling around Bézenac, Hiking around Bézenac, and MTB Trails around Bézenac. Additional guides cover Road Cycling, Running, and Gravel biking.
The Bézenac region is characterized by the meandering Dordogne River, limestone cliffs, and rolling hills. The landscape includes chestnut and oak forests, meadows, and extensive orchards. The confluence of the Dordogne and Céou rivers also offers scenic views.
The Bézenac area is rich in historical heritage, featuring medieval castles such as Château de Beynac and Castelnaud-la-Chapelle. Picturesque villages like La Roque-Gageac and Sarlat-la-Canéda, known for their medieval character, are also nearby.
The Dordogne Valley, where Bézenac is located, features "Voies Vertes" (car-free greenways) that follow riverbanks and pass through forests and towns. These routes are generally suitable for all skill levels and can be ideal for family outings.
Official information for Bézenac can be found on the commune's website. The official website is castelsetbezenac.fr. For direct inquiries, a phone number is available: 05 53 29 21 03.
Routes in Bézenac have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from 2,270 users who have explored the region's 12 available routes.

