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Let's enjoy sunny days thanks to our destination, a life-size playground for all lovers of walking, landscapes, natural heritage... But where to find the circuits near or in the heart of our beautiful Limousin countryside? We tell you everything.
The top circuits in Limoges and surroundings
The Bastide trail
Here the story of your trip, step by step, will look like a exotic adventure the time of 2 hours. After a departure inside a huge wood, it is at the Moulin Pinard Park the circuit continues. There, children and adults will discover the local natural beauty between the freshness of Aurence river and the colors of the flowers. Finally, a leap back will take place in the seaside atmosphere of a ancient villa before being able to escape into the peri-urban reality and its diverse architectures.
The loops of Aureil
See you in Aureil a few kilometers from Limoges, famous for its history. On the program, many buildings, witnesses of various eras. Heritage lovers will thus discover the former monastery of Bost-las-Mongeas, converted into a dwelling house, but also not far from the church built in the heart of the village, a remarkable dovecote. It's not sufficient ? So direction the dry ones overlooking his castle to go back in time. This course accessible to all allows a real dive into the Limousin countryside.
Corot in Landouge
Please note that no hiking markings exist, so you cannot complete the circuit on your own. The circuit was created only for the “Randonnée Landouge” guided tour offered by the Limoges Tourist Office in summer.
From the church of Landouge, follow in the footsteps of painter Corot throughout this loop. Like him in 1860, discover the farms of the old Landes, the Beauvais Castle but also washerwomen at the edge of the “Aurençous” stream. Suitable for all levels, the last mile and its slight elevation represent the only difficult passage that can challenge your legs.
The tour of the big wood
Located in the Forest of Vaseix in Verneuil-sur-Vienne, this walk is an opportunity to fully immerse yourself in nature and its many treasures. Here it will be about Sign out to enjoy the local flora and fauna. Whether you are a local in need of greenery or a visitor in need of recharging your batteries, this space of tranquility will allow you to blow time for an hour. And for the sports lover, this almost non-existent wood is the perfect playground for stretch one's legs.
Loop of La Borie
Direction Solignac to discover a grandiose panorama of the Briance Valley. Between period buildings and unspoiled nature, this hike is a good compromise for those who hesitate between a walk in town and a walk in the forest. Easy access, many car parks are available allowing you to attack the circuit directly.
TOP walking sites and apps
On Destination Limoges, from fun hiking to sporty hiking, you will be spoiled for choice and new technologies make your life easier! Here is a top 4 sites and apps to find your happiness.
1. RANDO MILLEVACHES – the Millevaches hiker’s Bible
247 hiking, trail, mountain biking and horseback routes, on one of the most beautiful sites in Limousin. The app Millevaches hike allows you to enjoy the entire territory of the Regional Natural Park and thus set off to discover its landscapes, which are more unique than ever – a real haven of peace in our Limousin.
2. TERRA AVENTURA – Geocaching in Limousin
Dare the mix between walking and treasure hunting ! Discover unusual places in Limoges and its region! Inspired by the global game named Geocaching, Terra Adventure it's a fun hike is practiced with a smartphone (application available on Android and Apple store) or a GPS, the opportunity to learn about heritage while having a good time with friends or family. Boxes, called "caches", are hidden in nature. The goal ? Discover the location of the cache, and the treasure it contains... + from Terra Aventura
3. LOOPI – all paths in Haute-Vienne
Site support hikes in Haute-Vienne around the maps, download the application Loopi (available on Android Store & iOS). You will be able to select your preferred type of hike – on foot, by bike or on horseback and according to different levels of difficulty – you will search for a route and suggestions will appear. The topofiche can be downloaded for free and points of tourist interest to discover during the walk are displayed at the bottom of the page. Lots of Loopi !
4. BALADE & Vous – the Limoges and surrounding trails site
Whether you are a walker, a beginner hiker or a seasoned athlete, the site Stroll & You for hiking in Limoges Métropole is made for you ! According to your desires, your level or even your curiosity, choose your path from the dozens of routes available to you and take advantage of the maps. So, put on your sneakers or hiking shoes.
Santiago de Compostela: the Pilgrim's guide
Limousin, land of the saints, saw the development, during the Middle Ages, of pilgrimages and venerations relics housed in abbeys and priories of builder monks. Marked by the great development of pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, the ancient region gave its name to the second of the four routes that crossed France to form a single path in Spain: the “Camino Francès”.
Discovering the unmissable “Limousine Route”
On the City of Limoges, two routes await the pilgrims : the original route and a second route. The first will transport visitors In the city center with on the program the exploration of urban secrets such as Saint-Etienne Cathedral, the Adrien Dubouché national museum, the central halls or the famous Limoges Bénédictins train station. the second route take the path of Edges of Vienna, a quieter route where hikers will enjoy an idyllic natural setting.
As a family or in a group, follow the guide!
To link adventure to discovery, Limoges Métropole Tourist Office and the Limoges City of Art and History department have set up the guided tour “In the footsteps of Saint-Jacques”. Through this walk, travelers and the curious will discover the close connection between Limoges and the official pilgrim route. It is also an opportunity to learn more about the porcelain know-how anchored in the Limogesian culture and which makes the fame of the city.
Our advice for a Limoges stopover
Accommodation for pilgrims
- diocesan house – 15 rue Eugène Varlin 87000 Limoges l 05.55.30.39.79
- Nuns – Place de la Cathédrale 87000 Limoges l 05.55.05.02.48
- Refuge – 27 Rue Rochefroide 87700 Aixe sur Vienne l 05.55.70.20.74
