Highlight • Historical Site
Place des Cornières de Lauzerte
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Mountain biking
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October 24, 2021
Hiking
Many of the facades date from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Most are beautifully renovated.
Lauzerte is located on a hill and can be seen from afar. It was a defensive situation in the Middle Ages. During the Hundred Years' War, this place was expanded into a fortified village (bastide). Lauzerte was an important guard post on the route between Cahors and Moissac in the 12th century.
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Hiking
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Gravel riding
Lauzerte is an essential and mythical stop for pilgrims on the Via Podensis (the path from Le Puy-en-Velay).
Founded by the Count of Toulouse, this ancient strategic town has a checkerboard architecture typical of the bastides of the Southwest.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Place des Cornières de Lauzerte
4.8
(18)
89
hikers
11.5km
03:25
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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90
hikers
11.2km
03:20
350m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
18
hikers
21.4km
06:00
410m
420m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 210 m
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