The FLow Vélo: Thiviers - Nontron

The Flow Vélo: from Thiviers to Nontron, an immersion in the heart of the Périgord Vert

The route between Thiviers et Nontron, along 31 km, constitutes a beautiful step in The Flow Vélolinking the lands of Périgord Vert to the Bandiat Valley. This route invites you to a gentle and bucolic immersion in the Périgord countryside, dotted with charming villages, medieval heritage and local know-how.

The departure is at Thiviers, a city renowned for its foie gras and its local produce. Before getting in the saddle, it's the perfect opportunity to stroll through the shopping streets and prepare a picnic basket. The town also offers a lovely walking tour, including the Foie gras house, Filolie Castle, Or the Jean-Paul Sartre's family home. From the TER station (Limoges - Périgueux line), Thiviers is easily accessible, making it an excellent starting point.

The route quickly leaves the heart of the village to reach a greenway on a former railway line. This section of 17 kmSheltered by trees and away from traffic, it offers a tranquil journey into the heart of forest landscapes and valleys typical of the Perigord-LimousinThe rustic surface, suitable for hybrid or mountain bikes, enhances the natural charm of this section.

A few hundred meters south of the route, a short detour takes you to Saint-Jean-de-Cole, listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France". Its Marthonie Castle, medieval bridge and half-timbered houses seem frozen outside of time: an unmissable stop for lovers of history and old stones.

Continuing along the greenway, we arrive at Saint-Pardoux-la-Riviere, Where the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park highlights local biodiversity. The passage over the viaduct offers a lovely viewpoint, before continuing on a section of shared road as far as Nontron. This section, though not very busy, nevertheless offers a more pronounced reliefrequiring a little more effort – a difficulty that will soon be alleviated thanks to the future rehabilitation of a tunnel and a viaduct.

The route ends at Nontron, a town perched on a hillside overlooking the valley of Bandiat. Labeled City and CraftsNontron is a major center of arts and crafts, notably famous for its cutleryA visit to Experimental Center for Arts and Crafts visit us at the Garden of the ArtsVisiting local workshops allows you to discover this rich heritage. The picturesque town center, its narrow streets, and its viewpoints pleasantly round off this arrival.

De spring to autumnThis section of La Flow Vélo constitutes a An ideal stop for cyclists seeking nature, culture and authenticityWhether it's for a family stroll, a sporty day out, or a peaceful exploration of the Perigord VertThe route from Thiviers to Nontron will leave you with a memory full of charm and serenity.