Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil is a commune situated in the Périgord Vert region of the Dordogne department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. This area is characterized by its diverse landscapes, including rolling hills, extensive forests, and river valleys such as the Auvézère and Loue. Located within the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park, Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil offers a preserved natural environment suitable for several outdoor sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and jogging. Its verdant scenery provides varied terrain for exploration.
80
Routes
4.7
(57)
Average rating
639
People visited

5.0
(3)
5
riders
26km
01:53
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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5
riders
73.1km
04:55
1,190m
1,180m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
58.1km
04:03
1,030m
1,030m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
4
riders
15.7km
01:02
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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65
hikers
8.81km
02:20
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41
hikers
4.00km
01:08
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
hikers
6.43km
01:44
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
10.7km
02:57
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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66
riders
69.6km
03:00
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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16
riders
56.1km
02:43
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

13
riders
50.1km
02:32
770m
770m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
34.2km
01:35
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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25
runners
10.3km
01:12
110m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
11.1km
01:22
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
5.13km
00:33
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
4.89km
00:31
70m
60m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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(4)
15
riders
60.5km
05:22
1,300m
1,300m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

2
riders
34.9km
02:53
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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8
riders
44.3km
03:27
800m
800m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

9
riders
34.0km
02:54
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil offers a range of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and jogging. The region features 18 routes with an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars from more than 3,000 visitors. These activities take place within the diverse landscapes of the Périgord Vert and Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park.
The region provides numerous routes for touring, road, and mountain biking. Road cycling routes vary in difficulty from moderate to hard, often exploring areas near landmarks like Jumilhac Castle and Hautefort Castle. Segments of 'La Flow Vélo®' also pass through the area, such as the section from Le Lardin to Excideuil. More information is available in the Cycling around Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil guide.
Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil is known for its hiking opportunities, with hundreds of footpaths available. Trails range from short family strolls to more challenging hikes, some extending over 5 miles (8 km). The Saut Ruban Waterfall is a notable destination with marked hiking trails. Details on routes can be found in the Hiking around Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil guide.
Key natural attractions include the Saut Ruban Waterfall, known for its 'ribbon-like' appearance and surrounding lush vegetation. The region is also characterized by the Auvézère and Loue Valleys, featuring varied terrain and the Suspension Bridge Over the Auvézère. Extensive forests, particularly around Château de Peyraux, contribute to the area's verdant charm.
Yes, Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil offers mountain biking trails, particularly within its extensive forests. These wooded areas provide shaded paths suitable for mountain biking. Information on specific routes is available in the MTB Trails around Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil guide.
The region provides diverse trails suitable for various activity levels, including family-friendly options. Many hiking paths are semi-shaded and accessible for families. The Dordogne Valley offers a range of trails, from short rides to more extensive experiences, with options for bicycle hire.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Cycling around Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil, Hiking around Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil, MTB Trails around Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil, Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil, and Running Trails around Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil.
The routes in Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil have been explored by more than 3,000 visitors on komoot. These routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive user experience for outdoor activities in the area.
Official information about Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil can be found on its municipal website. The official website is https://stmedardexcideuil.fr/. For direct inquiries, the town hall (Mairie) can be reached at 05 53 55 30 51.
The terrain in Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil is diverse, characterized by rolling hills, extensive forests, and river valleys such as the Auvézère and Loue. This variety provides different settings for outdoor activities, from shaded forest paths to well-paved roads and riverside trails.
Yes, Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil offers routes suitable for jogging. The varied landscapes, including forest paths and riverbanks, provide suitable environments for running. Further details can be found in the Running Trails around Saint-Médard-D'Excideuil guide.

