Voie de Conques(V86), VILLECOMTAL/ESPALION

From Villecomtal, you’ll arrive in the magnificent hilltop village of Rodelle, right in the heart of the Dourdou Valley. Rodelle is one of the little gems of the Aveyron. The buildings and houses blend perfectly with the contours of the rocky outcrop. Climb up to the village church and enjoy the view of the valley.

Next, Bozouls—known for its unique geological site, called the “Canyon de Bozouls” or “Trou de Bozouls”—will be your next destination. Shaped like a horseshoe, the canyon is carved into the limestone of the Causse Comtal and has been shaped over thousands of years by the Dourdou River. You can walk through the canyon along the riverEre, following a trail lined with educational signs and fun wooden footbridges—a truly enjoyable experience!

Your journey along the Voie de Conques will come to an end, after which you’ll rejoin the V86 route from Espalion. The Bozouls-Espalion bike route is unique because you’ll ride along an old railroad track that has been converted into a hiking trail. On a steady descent, you’ll pass through several tunnels and over viaducts for about 12 km—a truly enjoyable experience! Please note: this route is open only to mountain bikes and hybrid bikes.

Espalion marks the end of the Voie de Conques. You can rejoin the main Lot Valley Cycling Route (V86) here.

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