At Pont de Gravelle, the Voie Verte meets an 86-kilometre cycle route connecting the PĂ©rigord with the Gironde. Annesse-Et-Beaulieu also has a church dating from the 12th century and links to the Way of St. James. The landscape is also shaped by a large Natura 2000 site. This gives you several ways to plan your trip: you can consider cycling and walking, as well as cultural heritage, the pilgrimage route and protected landscapes.
Cycling, walking and the regional route
The Voie Verte du Grand PĂ©rigueux is intended for walking, cycling and scootering, and is reserved for non-motorized traffic. It therefore offers several ways to get around. At Pont de Gravelle, the Voie Verte meets an 86-kilometre cycle route connecting the PĂ©rigord with the Gironde. When choosing a route, you can weigh up two aspects: the activities listed for the Voie Verte and the regional connection offered by the cycle route. This lets you decide whether to prioritize the range of ways to get around or the link between the PĂ©rigord and the Gironde.
Protected areas between the valley and the districts
The Vallée de l'Isle de Périgueux à sa confluence avec la Dordogne Natura 2000 site covers 7,997 hectares and extends across 14 percent of the commune. A state-designated protected area in Annesse-Et-Beaulieu includes the districts of Annesse Nord, Beaulieu Nord and Beaulieu Sud. These provide two distinct reference points for understanding the landscape: the size of the Natura 2000 site and the districts included in the state-designated protected area.
Church, spring and the Way of St. James
The Church of Saint-Blaise dates from the 12th century. A spring in Annesse-Et-Beaulieu is also described as miraculous. The traditional Way of St. James route reaches the town after the section along the canal. These are distinct religious and historical points of interest: a medieval building, a spring described as miraculous, and a pilgrimage route that enters the commune after following the canal. If you include the route in your plans, check the current waymarking and accommodation before setting off.
An annual reason to visit
La Virée d’Annesse et Beaulieu brings runners and walkers together once a year. If this event is the reason for your trip, check the specific event dates in advance. This will let you plan your stay around the gathering.
Where to stay in Annesse-Et-Beaulieu
The Hotel-Restaurant Le Château de Lalande is in the commune of Annesse-Et-Beaulieu, beside a bend in the Isle. If you are considering this accommodation, check availability independently.
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