Adventure by bike,following the river

The Lot Valley cycle route

Set off on an adventure, at your own pace, with friends or on your own, for a sporting cycling experience. Accessible to all levels, with the right equipment, on shared roads and a few sections of track and greenways, the V86 will take you through magnificent landscapes, between plateaux, cliffs and rivers. From the Aubrac to the Garonne, this route will appeal to all nature lovers and cycle tourists looking fornew routes to discover!

A breath of fresh air

by bike

The Véloroute, also known as ” La Vallée du Lot à vélo “, is 430km long and links La Canourgue, in Lozère, to Aiguillon, in Lot-et-Garonne. It then connects to the Véloroute des deux mers. In the Lot department, it passes through the beautiful landscapes of the Causses du Quercy and the magnificent Lot valley. On the section in Grand-Figeac, you’ll have the chance to pass through Capdenac-Gare, Saint-Pierre-Toirac and Cajarc, before reaching Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, listed as one of France’s Most Beautiful Villages. On this part of the route, experience a moment of rejuvenation, with the freshness of the River Lot, the sun warming the majestic limestone cliffs and the breathtaking panoramas around every bend! Cycling enthusiasts, nature lovers and lovers of picturesque villages, this is the route for you!

On the attack

roads and paths

Here are 3 ideas for routes that will inspire you to take to the winding roads of the Lot valley 80 KM FROM CAPDENAC-GARE TO CAHORS This route will take you through a wide variety of landscapes in the Lot valley and the Causses du Quercy. You’ll discover the charm of the valley’s picturesque little villages, with treasures such as the châteaux of Larroque-Toirac and Cenevières, the hilltop village of Montbrun, the charming and most beautiful village of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie and the incredible Pont Valentré in Cahors. 143 KM IN THE HEART OF THE LOT What better way to discover the diversity of the countryside than by bike! From Saint-Pierre-Toirac to Soturac, you’ll have the chance to discover Cajarc, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, Cahors and Arcambal. You’ll see the changing panoramas, from the hills to the cliffs, from the plateaux of the Causse to the winding roads, from the forests to the great vineyards. 230 KM FROM CAPDENAC-GARE TO LA CANOURGUE For the more sporty and those who want to try a longer itinerary, this version takes you on a 3 to 5 day adventure! A moment out of time, as you wind your way along the curved roads that seem to merge with the river.

Discover the routes

Practical info

ACCESS

Capdenac-Gare and Cahors have good train services. However, at peak times, it can be difficult to transport bicycles on TER trains.
If you wish, you can hire a bike in Figeac or Cajarc.

GOOD DRIVING

Make sure your bike is in good condition before setting off.
For added safety, make sure you wear a helmet (compulsory for under-12s).
Wear light-coloured clothing to make yourself visible to motorists.
During the tourist season, be on the lookout for motorhomes and transport vehicles sharing the road with you.

SLEEP, EAT, DISCOVER

Look out for the Accueil Vélo offers along your route. This national label highlights establishments and places that are suitable for cycle tourism: accommodation, restaurants, bike hire companies and tourist sites along the cycle route.