France, Dordogne, France
A looping riverside lane tracing the Dordogne's dramatic horseshoe meander below limestone cliffs.
Length
14 km
In miles
8.7 mi
Driving time
15 min
Atlas rating
8.2 / 10
The run
Tremolat to Limeuil, following the D31. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Open year round in normal conditions, with the usual care after rain or frost.
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