Proissans is a commune located in the Dordogne department of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, characterized by its diverse and picturesque rural landscapes. The area features rolling hills, verdant valleys, extensive chestnut and oak forests, and tranquil meadows, making it well-suited for outdoor pursuits. The Enea stream flows through the commune, and the Dordogne River is situated nearby, adding to the scenic appeal. Proissans offers opportunities for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
114
Routes
4.2
(149)
Average rating
1303
People visited

4.2
(6)
65
riders
50.3km
02:37
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(3)
45
riders
41.2km
02:07
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(4)
66
riders
64.4km
03:25
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
86
riders
30.6km
01:34
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
(2)
72
hikers
4.28km
01:12
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
35
hikers
11.8km
03:15
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
13
hikers
14.5km
04:00
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
24
hikers
16.4km
04:41
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.9
(16)
80
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(4)
26
riders
48.9km
03:14
620m
620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
15
riders
31.6km
02:11
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(2)
13
riders
26.3km
01:39
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(7)
34
riders
25.7km
02:03
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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11
riders
44.9km
03:43
670m
670m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
(5)
14
riders
31.1km
02:39
560m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(7)
9
riders
15.0km
01:07
200m
200m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
56.1km
04:11
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
7
riders
73.4km
05:23
1,060m
1,060m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
13
riders
29.3km
01:51
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
30.1km
02:12
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
runners
7.58km
00:49
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
4
runners
10.6km
01:11
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4
runners
5.11km
00:34
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
11.9km
01:21
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Proissans offers a variety of outdoor activities including mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features diverse landscapes with hills, forests, and valleys suitable for these sports. More than 40 routes are available for exploration.
Yes, Proissans and its surroundings offer diverse terrain for mountain biking, including hills, forests, and valleys. The wider Dordogne region has over 600 miles (1,000 km) of marked trails, color-coded by difficulty. Some routes in Proissans follow the Enea stream.
Mountain bike trails in the Dordogne region, which includes Proissans, are color-coded to indicate difficulty, ranging from green for easy to black for challenging. This system helps riders choose routes suitable for their skill level, from fast single tracks to demanding descents.
Specific mountain biking routes around Proissans can be found on komoot. A dedicated guide, MTB Trails around Proissans, provides detailed information and maps for various trails in the area.
Proissans is a suitable area for hiking enthusiasts, offering numerous marked circuits for various skill levels. The "Boucle des Sangliers" is a 7.5-mile (12 km) marked route within Proissans, exploring rural heritage and typical Périgord landscapes. Sections of the long-distance GR 6 trail also pass near the commune.
Yes, Proissans offers accessible options for families. The "Boucle des Sangliers" hiking trail, with its low altitude difference, is suitable for less experienced hikers. The Sarlat Voie Verte Cycle Path, a well-shaded and tarred greenway, provides peaceful cycling for all ages.
Proissans provides peaceful roads and scenic routes for both road cycling and touring cycling. The "Sarlat Voie Verte Cycle Path" offers a well-shaded greenway for relaxed rides. Other routes explore valleys and connect to nearby towns like Sarlat-la-Canéda.
The area around Proissans is characterized by picturesque rural scenery, including meadows, chestnut forests, and old stone farms. Key natural elements include rolling hills and valleys, extensive oak forests, and the Enea stream flowing through the commune. The Dordogne River is also located nearby.
Proissans is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 16,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities in Proissans, including Hiking around Proissans, MTB Trails around Proissans, Road Cycling Routes around Proissans, and Cycling around Proissans. There are also guides for gravel biking and running trails.
Tourism information for Proissans is often integrated with the Sarlat Tourist Office due to its close proximity. The Sarlat Tourist Office can be reached at +33 5 53 31 45 45. The official website for Sarlat Tourism is sarlat-tourisme.com.
The official website for Proissans is proissans.com. The general contact number for the Proissans town hall (Mairie) is +33 5 53 59 15 62.

