Autumn hiking in Limousin
Hiking in Limousin - Viewpoint from the Butte de Frochet on the natural site of the Lande de FrochetMoorland as far as the eye can see, heather-lined ridges, a legend of mandrake… This trail ticks all the boxes for a great autumn hike in Limousin! 🍁
From the picturesque market town of Bussière-Boffy, the trail takes you to the heights of the Basse-Marche, between lands classified as ZNIEFF, old stones, a Romanesque chapel and viewpoints over the Charente Limousine.
A good plan to switch off and watch the birds (harrier, nightjar…) in complete peace and quiet. 🐦⬛
It’s a long walk, but well worth the diversions in autumn! The Chemin des Moines de Grandmont winds its 19.5km way through mid-mountain landscapes, between flamboyant forests, medieval ponds, meadows and stones steeped in history. ⛪
The reserve naturelle des Sauvages, the former abbey of Grandmont, paths lined with low dry stone walls and granite chaotic.
And a stone’s throw away, the tourbière des Dauges, a preserved natural site, extends the walk in an almost mystical atmosphere. A real good plan for a day’s hiking in Limousin, picnic bag and hot thermos included. 🧺
Chemin creux, sentier des moines de Grandmont à Saint-Sylvestre
Sentier Le Bois Du Cure Et Des Mille Diables à Châteauneuf la forêt. Forêt, AutomneA varied loop, pleasant to follow and ideal in autumn. From the first few kilometres, you skirt the peaceful lake of Châteauneuf, before plunging into a leaf-covered forest, where the smells of humus and wet wood plunge you into the seasonal atmosphere. 🍄🟫
The paths in the undergrowth alternate with pretty openings onto the rolling landscapes of the Limousin and typical hamlets, to be discovered during a great autumn walk. 🍂
Fancy a hike like no other? Head to the Monts de Blond, the natural setting for Limousin, for a route full of mysteries and legends.
On this trail, every stone seems to have its own story: the sacrifice stone, the fairy rock, the famous mushroom rock (inedible that one!), and above all the menhir of Ceinturat, the largest in Haute-Vienne! 🪨
An ideal hike to immerse yourself in the legendary stones of the Limousin, when autumn adorns the forest in golden hues and the mushrooms, the real ones this time, tip the tip of their hats. 🍄
Autumn walking in Limousin on the Circuit des Mégalithes - La Pierre Branlante
Sentier Des Feutrieres 2It’s a peaceful walk, almost out of time. Here, the River Glane meanders gently between the trees, birds sing, and the reflections in the water are reminiscent of an Impressionist painting. No wonder the painter Camille Corot fell in love with this place, since named the site Corot in his honour. 🧑🎨
In autumn, the golden foliage adds a magical touch to the setting. Stroll along the sunken lanes with your family, discover an unspoilt valley, a small village typical of the Haute-Vienne an old felt mill… and stop off at the picnic area to prolong the pleasure, lulled by the murmur of the river. 💦
Did you know that in Razès, the bats are the real stars? On this 10km nature walk, you’ll follow in the footsteps of the Great Bat, a protected species that lives nearby. Autumn is a key period for these damselflies of the night: they mate, fill up for winter and choose their shelters to hibernate. 🦇
On the way, you’ll pass through flamboyantly coloured beech forests, damp meadows teeming with insects, paths lined with low walls and even picturesque villages. Keep your eyes open, observe and listen: nature is full of secrets to reveal, especially for little explorers. 🤫
Hiking in Razes
Autumn walks and hikes in Limousin - Lande de la Flotte et du Cluzeau at Château-Chervix on the shepherds' and tile-makers' pathA walk in Haute-Vienne for curious little ones… and big dreamers! This trail plunges you into the unusual landscapes of the serpentinite moors, where rare plants grow and the green rock seems to have stepped out of another world. 😮
In autumn, heather covers the ground in purple and foliage blazes around the ponds. The route crosses a forest massif, skirting the villages of former tile-makers, then opens out onto breathtaking views, bathed in the golden autumn light, with the Monédières and Mont-Gargan as a backdrop… 😍
Three forests, one legend, and a charming hike to do in any season – but even more magical in autumn.
This 12km trail winds through the Périgord Regional Nature Park Périgord-Limousin and through the Puy Chevalier forest, renowned for its plant diversity, unique in Europe. 🌿
On the way, peaceful ponds, meadows, livestock farms and pretty stone villages punctuate the walk. And as you round a bend in the road, the legend of Burgou emerges, a brigand with a big heart or a nocturnal monster? To each his own… ✨
Les Trois Forets Les Sentiers De Burgou
Circuit Des 3 EglisesThis loop in the heart of the Parc naturel régional de Millevaches is a great way to mix walking and heritage. The trail links three characterful churches, including Sainte-Anne perched on a hill with a 360° panorama. 👀
Between two villages, you will take beautiful sunken paths lined with dry stone, cross the Maulde valley, its forests and streams.
A quiet autumn walk, ideal for taking time to observe the landscapes and small details that make up the charm of the Limousin. 💚
In the Monts de Blond in autumn, the trees turn red and the stones tell tales… On this trail starting from Breuilaufa, you’ll pass through golden forests, small hamlets and dolmens thousands of years old. 🪨
On the way, listen to the babbling brooks and marvel at the unobstructed views over the rolling countryside and the silhouette of Essarts castle in the distance.
The Fairy Wood lives up to its name: an enveloping, almost magical atmosphere to be savoured slowly. 🧚♀️
Dolmens de la Betoull à Breuilaufa, sentier du bois des fées
