Cycling in the Dordogne: the Black Périgord

Duration
6 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy/moderate
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

A five day immersion into some of France’s most exquisite areas of natural heritage, cycling in the Dordogne and Black Périgord region, or Périgord Noir. Named after the dark shade of the region’s evergreen oak forests, other natural highlights along the way include the to cycle alongside ancient vineyards and villages. There is plenty of cultural heritage on this cycling route too, including the UNESCO Vézère Valley, home to 147 prehistoric sites. Or the medieval, cliffside town of Rocamadour overlooking Canyon de l'Alzou. Staying in mostly small, locally-owned 3-star hotels, this tour is reachable by rail, with traditional and e-bikes available to rent.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Sarlat

Arrival in Sarlat

Day 2: Sarlat - Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil

23 km 357 m

D1

Sarlat - Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil

Day 3: Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil – Sarlat

49 km 497 m

D1

Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil – Sarlat

Day 4: Sarlat – Souillac

55 km 174 m

D1

Sarlat – Souillac

Day 5: Souillac – Rocamadour circular route

42 km 363 m

D1

Souillac – Rocamadour circular route

Day 6: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Provence

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