Cazillac, a region in the Lot department of France, is situated within the Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park and near the Dordogne Valley. Its landscape features distinctive karst plateaus, known as "causses," characterized by limestone formations, oak forests, and grasslands. Complementing these are the lush river valleys of the Lot and Dordogne, which carve out dramatic gorges. This diverse terrain provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
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17
riders
41.9km
02:40
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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96.2km
06:16
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.9km
01:55
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
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49.4km
02:46
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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52.5km
02:29
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670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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45.4km
02:17
660m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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60.6km
02:47
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680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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25
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10.4km
02:57
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.7km
04:25
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.3km
03:11
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.9km
03:38
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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26
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56.7km
04:56
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
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42.2km
03:21
730m
730m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.0km
01:28
300m
300m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32
runners
11.4km
01:21
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.9km
02:13
440m
440m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.4km
01:20
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.0km
01:32
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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44.1km
02:50
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.1km
02:35
640m
640m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.2km
01:23
350m
350m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
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36.0km
02:26
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Cazillac, located in the Lot department, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse landscapes, from karst plateaus to river valleys, provide varied terrain for these sports.
Cazillac features distinctive karst landscapes with limestone plateaus, known as 'causses,' characterized by dry stone buildings, oak forests, and grasslands. These are complemented by lush river valleys like the Lot and Dordogne, which often form dramatic gorges. This combination creates a varied environment for outdoor exploration.
Yes, Cazillac offers hiking trails suitable for various skill levels, exploring the unique karst terrain and ancient dry stone walls. Hikers can find more details and specific routes in the Hiking around Cazillac guide. The Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park, where Cazillac is located, has an extensive network of marked trails.
Cazillac provides scenic roads for road cycling, particularly within the Lot and Dordogne Valleys. Routes vary in difficulty, offering options from easy rides through villages to more demanding ascents. Information on routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Cazillac guide.
The Causses du Quercy region around Cazillac offers diverse terrain for mountain biking. Trails traverse limestone plateaus, green river valleys, and rugged gorges, featuring karst formations and cliffs. Enthusiasts can explore options for various skill levels in the MTB Trails around Cazillac guide.
Cazillac is well-suited for touring cycling, with routes connecting traditional villages and offering immersive experiences. Examples include sections of the Lot Valley Cycle Route (V86) and 'La Vagabonde' (V87). More details are available in the Cycling around Cazillac guide.
Near Cazillac, visitors can explore medieval towns such as Rocamadour, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ancient cave systems like the Gouffre de Padirac and Pech-Merle are also significant attractions. The Causses du Quercy is also known for its pure night sky, offering stargazing opportunities.
Outdoor activities in Cazillac are popular on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars, based on over 600 ratings. There are 4 routes currently listed for the region.
Komoot offers several guides for Cazillac covering various sports. These include Hiking around Cazillac, Road Cycling Routes around Cazillac, MTB Trails around Cazillac, and Cycling around Cazillac. Guides for running and gravel biking are also available.
For administrative inquiries regarding Cazillac, which is part of Le Vignon-en-Quercy, the official website is levignonenquercy.fr, and the phone number is 05 65 32 12 83. For broader tourism information about the Dordogne Valley region, contact the Office de Tourisme Vallée de la Dordogne at vallee-dordogne.com or 05 65 33 22 00.
Yes, the region around Cazillac is crossed by historic long-distance paths. These include sections of the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. Hikers can explore these routes, which often traverse the unique karst terrain and offer cultural insights.
Routes in Cazillac have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on 665 individual ratings from visitors who have explored the region's trails and paths. More than 5,000 visitors have recorded their experiences in Cazillac.

