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GR®646
From Perigueux (Dordogne) to Ste-Foy-la-Grande (Gironde)
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The GR646 trail follows the course of the water, meandering between the wooded banks of the river and the limestone hillsides in a centuries-old passage between the Massif Central and the Aquitaine Basin. It follows old towpaths and communication routes that were once vital for transporting goods to Libourne and Bordeaux. The built heritage is exceptionally rich: the trail begins opposite the majestic Saint-Front Cathedral in Périgueux, before passing through charming villages like Douzillac with its traditional Périgord houses. In Montpon-Ménestérol, the river's history is revealed through its locks and mills, while Saint-Méard-de-Gurçon marks the entrance to the wine-growing landscapes. Nature here is generous and soothing, alternating between oak forests, wet meadows, and renowned vineyards as you approach the fortified town of Sainte-Foy-la-Grande.
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Distance: 116km, Elevation maximum: 210m, Elevation minimum: 13m, Elevation gain uphill: 1621m
IGN Maps: Saint-Medard-De-Mussidan - 1735E. Montpon Menesterol - 1735O. Velines - 1736O. Mussidan - 1835O. Sainte-Foy-La-Grande - 1736E.
Nearby paths:
GR®6 From Gironde to Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
GR®36 From Channel to Pyrenees
GR®654 The Way of Vézelay
GR®654 EAST From Bergerac (Dordogne) to Montreal-du-Gers (Gers)
It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring you the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You
will also find information on MonGR.fr.
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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.
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