©Walks and hikes in Eymoutiers Petite Cite De Caractere Du Limousin|Jean-Christophe Dupuy – Mairie d’Eymoutiers

4 not-to-be-missed walks and hikes in Eymoutiersin Limousin

4 not-to-be-missed hikes and walks in Eymoutiers

Eymoutiers, with its medieval alleyways and Gothic collegiate church, is a charming place to explore 😍

But that’s not all! All around the town, trails lead you through the lush green landscapes of the Millevaches Regional Nature Park to the shores of the majestic Vassivière lake, nicknamed “Little Canada” for its breathtaking panoramas.

Whether you’re a heritage enthusiast, a nature lover or just a stroller, discovering Eymoutiers and its surroundings is an unforgettable✨ experience.

At a glance

1. The Belvedere trail

5 km - 1h30 - Medium level - Bujaleuf

Just 15 km fromEymoutiers, discover Bujaleuf, a charming commune with the Station Verte and Station Pêche labels. This little corner of greenery, nestled in the unspoilt countryside of the Haute-Vienne, is a haven of peace for nature lovers🌲

The walk takes you along the shores of Lac Sainte-Hélène, in the heart of a refreshingly wooded environment. The trail meanders between forest and water, offering magnificent views of the Maulde valley, emblematic of the Parc Naturel Régional de Millevaches en Limousin.

This loop is the perfect way to discover Eymoutiers and (above all) its surroundings in a whole new way!🥾

The Belvedere trail

©Circuit Du Belvedere A Bujaleuf|OT-Portes-de-Vassiviere

©Rochers De Negremont|@OT Portes de Vassivière

2. Les Rochers de Nègremont

1.8 km - 1h - Easy level - Rempnat

The Rochers de Négremont provide a surprising backdrop for a short hike in the heart of an unspoilt forest massif. This protected site invites you to discover the area aroundEymoutiers from another, very wild angle! 🌿

Here, the River Vienne has sculpted blocks of granite into astonishing shapes, softened by time and the elements. You’ll find yourself wandering between oaks, beeches and birches, in a cool, shady atmosphere that’s ideal for both midsummer and autumn.

Les Rochers de Nègremont

3. The Sainte Geneviève loop

10.5 km - 2h30 - Medium level - Saint-Julien le Petit

If you enjoyed discovering Eymoutiers, the Sainte-Geneviève loop invites you to an equally pleasant immersion on a 10.5km nature trail 🌳

Along the way, don’t miss the Sainte-Geneviève fountain, source of a captivating local legend, and the Arbre aux Poules, an oak tree remarkable for both its size and its history, located at a crossroads culminating at 547 meters. The route also offers superb views, notably of Mont Larron, the commune’s highest point at 624 metres, with panoramic views over the regional nature park of the Plateau des Millevaches.

A rejuvenating getaway not to be missed! 🥾

The Sainte-Geneviève loop

©Circuit De Sainte Genevieve|OT Portes de Vassivière

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4. Ruisseau des Moulins

7.1 km - 2h - Easy level - Peyrat le Château

Come and discover Peyrat-le-château, 10 km fromEymoutiers. A small village with a Gallo-Roman history dating back to Limousin, Peyrat boasts a rich heritage, notably linked to water 💦

On this walk, you’ll discover the remains of ancient mills and the function of the sautadours you’ll cross. After seeing the beautiful fountains and houses of the village of Quenouille, typical of the Limousin mountains, follow the path and its low dry-stone walls… 🌿

Le ruisseau des moulins