Ouysse Bridge – Along the Ouysse River loop from Lacave

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Ouysse Bridge – Along the Ouysse River loop from Lacave

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Ouysse Bridge – Along the Ouysse River loop from Lacave

03:08

11.2km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional des Causses du Quercy

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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20 m

Ouysse Bridge

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This perfect location is ideal for mountain biking and sightseeing. The bridge itself is in ruins, but it once spanned the peaceful Ouysse River. Right next to the bridge, you’ll …

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4.08 km

Ouysse Valley and Causse du Quercy

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From the Causses to the Ouysse Valley, a very pleasant hike between trails and limestone paths where you can discover the multiple facets of unspoiled nature that awakens in spring.

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5.68 km

Cougnaguet Fortified Mill

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Old mill that worked from 1340 to 1959 and still works. Will be demonstrated during visits. Absolute must! However, the old miller speaks with a rather slanted accent, so that …

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9.44 km

Shortly after Lacave, on the way to the Ouysse Gorges, you'll encounter some beautiful waterfalls. Surrounded by cliffs and meadows, this is the perfect place for a night's bivouac, lulled by the roar of the waterfalls.

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9.70 km

Ouysse Waterfall

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Shortly after Lacave, on the road to the Ouysse gorges, you'll find some lovely waterfalls. Surrounded by cliffs and meadows, the area could be the perfect spot for a night camping, lulled by the sound of the waterfalls.

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11.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.36 km

3.36 km

483 m

Surfaces

5.33 km

2.50 km

2.21 km

1.05 km

122 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Wednesday 21 October

16°C

6°C

22 %

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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Comments

March 30, 2025,Boucle Magnifique petite cascade – Moulin à Eau de Cougnaguet au départ de Lacave

Between the Causses and the valley, trails and limestone paths, this is an unmissable hike to discover and rediscover with as much pleasure as ever. There is almost no paved road on this route, which begins at the Cougnaguet mill and returns along the odyssey.

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