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17.2 x 11.6 x 1.5cm 35 walking routes in the Dordogne - Sarlat, Bergerac,
Lalinde and Souillac 35 walking routes in the Dordogne - Sarlat, Bergerac,
Lalinde and Souillac Guidebook to 35 half-day and day walks in France's
beautiful Dordogne region, based around Bergerac, Lalinde, Sarlat and Souillac
(Lot). The walks, which range from 6 to 18.5km, take in the region?s myriad
delights, from spectacular gorges to enchanting chateaux and charming medieval
villages. All walks are within the capacity of the average walker, and are on
well-marked paths or quiet roads. They are graded easy or medium; there are no
long, steep climbs or abrupt descents. There are step-by-step descriptions and
maps for each route. Also included is information on the history, flora and
fauna of the region, together with practical pointers such as what to take and
when to go, as well as notes on waymarking, accommodation and transport. A route
summary table and glossary are also provided. Lying in south west France, the
Dordogne is a land of great scenic variety, from rolling wooded hills and
fertile valleys to barren upland plateaus and limestone cliffs riddled with
caves. The charm of the Dordogne also lies in the picturesque medieval towns,
châteaux, churches and abbeys that stud the landscape, and these are the focus
of many of the walks.