Walks and hikes around our cottages in Bouriane

Walks and hikes around our cottages in Bouriane

Walks and hikes in Bouriane from our gîtes: forests, chestnut groves, typical villages and wildlife. Explore the Lot countryside on foot.

Explore the Bouriane region from our holiday cottages

In the heart of the Bouriane region , our cottages offer immediate access to a gentle and unspoiled natural environment. This area of western Lot is ideal for hikers , families , and nature and outdoor enthusiasts. Between chestnut forests , peaceful valleys , shaded paths , and stone hamlets , every walk reveals an authentic and serene Lot, far from the crowds.

Walks accessible to all

Around Pagel, several loops of 30 minutes, 1 hour or more allow you to enjoy the Bouriane countryside :

- Typical forest paths of the wooded Bouriane region

- Sunny meadows and clearings

- Crossing through hamlets in the Lot region with stone houses

- Shaded trails perfect for any season

These routes are perfect for a family outing , a leisurely hike , or simply a moment of disconnection in the heart of nature .

The Green Sanctuary of Dégagnazes

From our cottages, head towards the hamlet of Les Fargayrines to reach the Dégagnazes Green Sanctuary . This approximately 2- hour round-trip hike immerses you in a verdant setting , ideal for recharging your batteries and enjoying the tranquility of the Bouriane region.

Entirely maintained by passionate volunteers, this site dedicated to the Virgin Mary offers a place for reflection and admiration of the work done to preserve it. The route also includes a small pond , an old wash house , and the Dégagnazes monastery.which invite you to immerse yourself in local heritage and history while enjoying nature.

Le Frau in Lavercantière – a family and nature walk

The Frau in Lavercantière is a protected natural area offering a short, easily accessible walk, ideal for families with children . Along a route of approximately 2.5 km , you will discover a heathland of heather and gorse , a true ecological reserve for local flora and fauna.

The trail is marked with 9 educational signs , allowing visitors to better understand the landscape, the ponds, and the surrounding biodiversity. For younger visitors, the mascot "the gorse grasshopper" offers a question-and-answer game , making the walk fun and educational.

This short and easy hike combines nature discovery , environmental awareness , and a leisurely stroll, perfect for a family or educational outing.in Bouriane.

The generous nature of the Bouriane

Flora and fungi

The woods and undergrowth around our cottages are full of chestnut trees, oaks and ferns , with an abundance of mushrooms in spring and autumn : ceps, chanterelles, hedgehog mushrooms, black trumpets… An ideal experience for lovers of foraging and local gastronomy .

Local wildlife

The Bouriane region is a refuge for a discreet but diverse fauna :

- Roe deer, red deer, foxes in the clearings

- squirrels in the woods

- genets in wilder areas

- migratory birds such as the hoopoe or the wood pigeon

The trails around Pagel thus offer wonderful encounters with nature on every outing.

Pagel: your starting point for exploring the Bouriane

Whether you enjoy gentle hiking , are passionate about wild nature , or are simply looking for a place to recharge your batteriesOur cottages are the perfect starting point for exploring the Bouriane and the Lot Ouest on foot .

Come and enjoy authentic walks , shaded paths , rural heritage and preserved panoramas : a stay in Pagel promises a true moment in nature.