Walking in the Dordogne

The Dordogne region in southwest France offers a beautiful walking environment, surrounded by delightful pastoral countryside and walnut orchards plus dramatic vistas from cliff tops. 

The 30 routes, split between the regions of Sarlat and Bergerac, move through this countryside, taking you along valleys and woodlands and exploring the historic sites. Illustrated with the author’s own colour photographs and sketch maps, this is a comprehensive guide to exploring the region on foot.

The guide provides:

• a comprehensive introduction with a brief history of the region, notes on accommodation and walking in the area as well as a discussion on the best time to go

• detailed information on travel and making the most of your stay in the area

• 30 walks around the region, taking in chateaux, shrines, picturesque villages and other local interest spots 

• the author’s photography and sketch maps in full colour.