Montcuq and Bélaye - loop in the Lot valley

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63.3km

680m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 7, 2024

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2.65 km

Juillac bridge

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Large suspension bridge over the Lot. Small beaches allowing swimming not far away, especially near the Floiras nautical base campsite.

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Superb view of the Lot valley, which must be earned after climbing the slope that goes up to the small medieval village. Go and refresh yourself at the Couvent, the small guinguette facing the view, which also serves tapas and hosts concerts and exhibitions. Tip Top.

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Saint-Hilaire Church of Montcuq

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Montcuq means "a pointed height" in Celtic. Like Cajarc, mentioned above, Montcuq was also the subject of a report for Jacques Martin's comedy TV show in 1976: Le Petit Rapporteur. It was Daniel Prévost who cheerfully joked about Montcuq, obviously playing on the double meaning of the village's name. He could barely contain his laughter, and the mayor at the time played along: it was a cult classic. Today, the village continues to capitalize on this reputation, banking on the tourist benefits of pilgrims coming here.

In July 2022, the village was chosen over the city of Lyon to host the first Popcorn Festival. "Popcorn" is a show broadcast every Tuesday on Twitch. It is hosted by Domingo with hand-picked guests. It discusses current events, but not only that. For over two and a half hours, the viewer has no time to get bored. The event is now one of the most watched on the streaming platform.

Montcuq is a charming village. Its tree-lined promenade runs along the lower part of the village, offering a lovely stroll as well as a perfect place to relax.

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