La Geneytouse is a commune located in the Haute-Vienne department of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in France. The area features a diverse topography with plateaus, valleys, and rolling landscapes, alongside vast forests and traditional bocage, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This natural environment makes La Geneytouse a suitable base for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
La Geneytouse offers more than 20 routes for outdoor activities, catering to…
72
Routes
4.4
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Average rating
784
People visited

4.5
(13)
26
hikers
4.44km
01:16
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
hikers
13.3km
03:43
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(7)
45
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(5)
31
hikers
15.1km
04:16
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(12)
39
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(8)
21
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
25
riders
36.1km
02:54
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(2)
13
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
52
runners
11.0km
01:18
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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18
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
38.7km
04:30
550m
550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
11.1km
01:10
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
26
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.0
(1)
12
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

12
riders
29.5km
02:13
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
riders
31.3km
01:30
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
riders
37.9km
01:50
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
14
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.8
(5)
19
riders
40.9km
02:04
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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La Geneytouse offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and jogging. The region features diverse topography with plateaus, valleys, and forests suitable for various pursuits. There are 28 routes available, with an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 stars from over 5,000 visitors.
The area around La Geneytouse features diverse hiking terrain, including vast forests, traditional bocage landscapes, and varied topography. The Haute-Vienne department, where La Geneytouse is located, offers more than 200 hiking trails, including long-distance routes and local loops. Hikers can explore ancient villages, peat bogs, and chestnut forests. For more information, refer to the Hiking around La Geneytouse guide.
La Geneytouse is considered suitable for both touring and road cycling, with routes ranging from 12 to 62 miles (20 to 100 km). The region features a new 373-mile (600 km) cycling route called "La Vélidéale" that connects Lac de Vassivière to Saint-Nazaire. Local cycle touring clubs also suggest routes for various preferences. More details are available in the Cycling around La Geneytouse and Road Cycling Routes around La Geneytouse guides.
The hilly and forested environment of Haute-Vienne, near La Geneytouse, is well-suited for mountain biking. The region offers numerous routes, including beginner trails and advanced options. Dedicated bike parks like Bike Park Limousin in Mont d'Ambazac and Espace VTT FFC Des Monts de Blond provide groomed trails and shuttle services. The MTB Trails around La Geneytouse guide provides further details.
The region surrounding La Geneytouse is characterized by diverse topography, including plateaus, valleys, and rolling landscapes. It features vast, dense forests and the traditional Limousin bocage, which is a landscape of small fields and woodlands. Proximity to significant water bodies like Lac de Vassivière and Lac de Saint-Pardoux also adds to the scenic backdrop.
La Geneytouse is situated near influential natural parks that preserve the region's environment and offer extensive trail networks. These include the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park, covering 695 square miles (1800 km²), and the Millevaches Regional Natural Park in Limousin, known for its wild landscapes, valleys, and peat bogs.
La Geneytouse is a popular destination on komoot, with over 5,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The 28 available routes have received an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users exploring the region's outdoor offerings.
Komoot offers several guides to help explore La Geneytouse. These include Hiking around La Geneytouse, Cycling around La Geneytouse, MTB Trails around La Geneytouse, Road Cycling Routes around La Geneytouse, and Running Trails around La Geneytouse.
Official information about La Geneytouse can be found on its municipal website. The official website is lageneytouse.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie de La Geneytouse can be reached by phone at +33 5 55 09 70 12.
Yes, La Geneytouse offers routes specifically for jogging and running. The varied terrain, including forests and rolling landscapes, provides suitable environments for these activities. For more detailed information on available routes, consult the Running Trails around La Geneytouse guide.

