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Biron Castle – Gavaudun loop from Monpazier

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Biron Castle – Gavaudun loop from Monpazier

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Biron Castle – Gavaudun loop from Monpazier

02:25

36.5km

490m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 18, 2026

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Parking

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94 m

Bastide of Monpazier

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The commune of Monpazier is, with its 53 hectares of surface area, the smallest in Dordogne. In return, its bastide is one of the most beautiful.
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171 m

Monpazier Market Square

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One of the most beautiful villages in France (approx. 500 inhabitants)

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7.35 km

This magnificent castle is open to visitors. In summer you will find many activities there, even including night markets within its walls. It is located on a hill and has defensive constructions. It is a fine example of a castle.

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11.5 km

Quarry Path

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14.0 km

Saint-Avit

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The hamlet of Saint-Avit boasts a remarkable architectural ensemble. The Romanesque church and small cemetery stand alongside the supposed birthplace of Bernard Palissy. There, you'll discover a rich collection of works by the greatest ceramists of our time.

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18.4 km

Gavaudun Castle

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Gavaudun Castle sits atop a forty meter high rocky outcrop which dominates the valley and must have been an ominous sight to any would-be invader. The castle was one of the last French fortresses during the 100 years war.

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18.6 km

Gavaudun

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Historical village with a castle built on a rocky spur.

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25.0 km

Lacapelle-Biron

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This tiny village of Lacapelle-Biron would be the presumed birthplace of Bernard Palissy who belonged to the French Renaissance school. To pay homage to the child of the country, takes …

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36.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.3 km

1.83 km

1.26 km

121 m

Surfaces

23.2 km

11.6 km

1.31 km

248 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Thursday 2 July

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16°C

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Biron Castle – Gavaudun loop from Monpazier

Bastide of Monpazier

Monpazier Market Square

Biron Castle

Quarry Path

Saint-Avit

Gavaudun Castle

Gavaudun

Lacapelle-Biron

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