Tursac is a region in the heart of France's Vézère Valley, within the wider Dordogne area. This landscape is characterized by a patchwork mosaic of habitats, featuring the harmonious curves of the Vézère river, impressive limestone cliffs, and extensive forests of Downy Oak, Maritime Pine, and Sweet Chestnut. Higher elevations present limestone plateaux, known as "causses," which offer wild areas with grasslands vibrant with orchids and wildflowers. Tursac provides a varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking,…
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9.97km
02:49
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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20.9km
05:58
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490m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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01:58
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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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7.90km
02:15
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170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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18.4km
01:19
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310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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03:39
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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49.7km
02:05
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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01:59
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Moderate road ride. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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01:23
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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43.8km
03:30
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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03:49
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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04:38
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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03:54
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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04:11
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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27.1km
02:11
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520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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8.24km
00:57
170m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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20.5km
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly runnable paths. Some sure-footedness required.

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6.90km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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10.2km
01:08
180m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Tursac, situated in the Vézère Valley, offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes from river valleys to limestone plateaux. More than 50 routes are available for exploration.
Tursac is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 9,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 58 routes have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,400 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Tursac offers 18 hiking routes that lead through hilly terrain, charming villages, and past vineyards. These trails allow for a deep immersion in the regional landscape and its rich prehistoric heritage. For detailed options, the Hiking around Tursac guide provides further information.
Yes, Tursac is a suitable area for mountain biking, featuring an extensive network of dedicated and well-marked VTT tracks. Green routes in the Périgord Noir utilize less-used local roads, providing picturesque and varied terrain. The MTB Trails around Tursac guide lists available options.
Tursac offers routes for touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking. Cyclists can explore pretty roads and greenways, such as those along the Isle river, which offer scenic routes away from heavy traffic. The Cycling around Tursac and Road Cycling Routes around Tursac guides provide specific routes.
Tursac is rich in prehistoric heritage, including the site of La Madeleine, which gave its name to the Magdalenian period. The area also features impressive limestone cliffs, the Vézère river, and historical sites like a fortified church, the cliff castle of Maison Forte de Reignac, and Marzac Castle.
The Dordogne Valley offers hundreds of marked trails, from short easy walks to longer treks, suitable for various levels. The region's commitment to sustainable practices ensures well-maintained trails. Specific guides for each sport may highlight easier options.
The Tursac region is characterized by a patchwork mosaic of habitats, including the harmonious curves of the Vézère river and impressive limestone cliffs. It features extensive forests of Downy Oak, Maritime Pine, and Sweet Chestnut. Higher elevations present limestone plateaux, known as 'causses,' with grasslands vibrant with orchids and wildflowers.
Komoot offers several guides for Tursac, including Hiking around Tursac, MTB Trails around Tursac, Cycling around Tursac, Road Cycling Routes around Tursac, Running Trails around Tursac, and Gravel biking around Tursac.
The official website for the Mairie de Tursac is tursac.jimdofree.com. The Mairie de Tursac can be reached by phone at +33 5 53 06 98 03 for inquiries.
Yes, Tursac offers 10 dedicated jogging routes for runners. These trails allow for exploration of the region's natural beauty and varied terrain. The Running Trails around Tursac guide provides specific options for joggers.

