BS4 – The Black Périgord by bike

Its gastronomy, its architectural and cultural heritage make Périgord an essential destination. This circuit takes you along the river, live at its own pace to reach the most beautiful villages of France. Perched villages such as La Roque Gageac, the prehistoric caves of Lascaux and villages marked by the history of Humanity. Throughout your journey, take the time to taste the wonders that this magnificent region has to offer.

STANDARD: with accommodation in 2-star hotels

The Hike

Day 1: Arrival in Bergerac
Art and history are intertwined in this village made up of small squares and narrow streets, each more beautiful than the next.

Day 2: Bergerac – Les Eyzies – 61 km
Your day will be a day of history today! You will follow the Dordogne to Limeuil, a village of character at the confluence of the Dordogne and Vézère rivers. Take the time, if the weather allows it, to swim in a very natural area! The stage ends with the prehistory of Les Eyzies, follow in the footsteps of our ancestors!

Day 3: Les Eyzies – Sarlat – 26 km or 54 km
Two possible routes for this stage. The longest will take you to Montignac in the valley of man to visit the caves of Lascaux and its wonderful museum combining history and modernity by its structure, prepare yourself for an unforgettable visit! The day ends in Sarlat, world-famous for its narrow streets and old shops. Take the opportunity to taste the rich gastronomy of this city, carnard foie gras, cheese and truffle!

Day 4: Excursion to La Roque Gageac and Beynac – 42 km
This day offers you magnificent panoramas and a rich architectural heritage. Direction Domme for its sublime view of the Valley, then Roque Gageac between water and cliff before reaching the village of Beynac and its perched castle! End of the hike at the end of the day.

Possibility of additional night in Sarlat, please contact us.

Best period of time

From early March to November

Services provided

• 3 nights with breakfast (in room for 2 people)
• Luggage transport during the cycling stages
• The rental of a VTC bike equipped for 3 days (with 1 helmet) and its repatriation
• 1 travel file (per room) including colour maps, detailed itineraries (FR or GB) and tourist documentation
• Tourist taxes
• Telephone assistance 7 days a week

Lunch, drinks, site visits, transportation and other personal expenses are not included in this price. Cancellation / Assistance insurance is extra.

Access to the site

By car:
Arrival by the A89 motorway direction “Périgueux” >> Exit n°15 and continue N21 direction “Bergerac”.

By train:
Paris Gare Montparnasse >> Bordeaux St Jean station (by TGV) >> Bergerac station (by train).

By plane:

From Roissy CDG airport:

– Roissy Charles de Gaulle T.2 station >> Bordeaux St-Jean station (by TGV) >> Bergerac station (by train).

From Orly Airport:

– Transfer by taxi to Montparnasse station >> Bordeaux St Jean station (by TGV) >> Bergerac station (by train).
– Bus Shuttle (Direct Bus): from Orly South or West – Line 1 >> Montparnasse station >> Bordeaux St Jean station (by TGV) >> Bergerac station (by train).

Difficulty of hiking

Level 3 – Circuit with a few long stages (about 60 km) and/or which may have medium relief.