Getting here and around

Between the Lot and the Dordogne, at the crossroads of the Causses du Quercy and the valleys, the Pays de Gourdon is easily accessible… even without a car.
Train, bike, carpooling: here, soft mobility is encouraged.
For more responsible tourism, choose the mode of transport that suits you and let us guide you.

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Coming by train (and bike-train)

The area can be reached from two stations:

Gourdon: main station, on the Paris-Toulouse SNCF line, with direct Intercités and TER services.
Dégagnac: a small secondary station, served by some TER trains, ideal for accommodation in the south of the region.

From Paris-Austerlitz: approximately 5h15
From Toulouse-Matabiau: between 2h10 and 2h40
From Brive-la-Gaillarde: around 50 minutes

From Gourdon station, the town centre is within walking distance (around 10 minutes).
Taxis and car or bike hire are also available nearby.
Timetables and bookings: sncf-connect.com

Travelling by bike?

TER Occitanie trains accept bicycles on board at no extra charge (subject to availability):

ter.sncf.com/occitanie

©Gourdon Station Sncf Connect|Sncf Connect

Getting there and around by bike

The region is ideal for exploring on two wheels.

Secondary roads, byways, hilly landscapes and picturesque villages provide an ideal backdrop for cycling, whether conventional or electrically assisted.
Cycle routes, local loops and signposted itineraries are accessible to cyclists throughout the destination.

Along quiet roads and byways, cycling is a great way to discover the region’s undulating landscapes.
Two major cycle routes pass close by: to the south, the V86 follows the “Vallée du Lot à vélo”, between cliffs and vineyards; to the east, the V87, nicknamed “La Vagabonde”, winds its way towards the Grands Causses and the edge of Quercy.

Local loops complete the network, perfect for a day’s escape or a longer trip.

©Electrically assisted bicycles in the Gourdon area|©T. Pasquet OT PG

©Veloroute Bouriane 2 Ot Pays De Gourdon|Ot Pays De Gourdon

Veloroute Bouriane Sign — ©Veloroute Bouriane Panneau Ot Pays De Gourdon|Ot Pays De Gourdon

Carpooling and carsharing with Atchoum

The region encourages shared journeys, to limit the ecological impact and strengthen social links. The Atchoum service offers a simple, local solution for organising your journeys, even in rural areas.
You can suggest or book a journey.
Drivers and passengers register for free on the platform.
It’s the ideal way to travel between villages or to a railway station.
To find out more or join the platform:
www.atchoum.eu

©Pays De Gourdon Atchoum Ccqb Et Cccs Atchoum V. Desmas Rotated|V. Desmas

Coming by car

If you choose to travel by car, the region is easily accessible from the main roads.

TheA20 motorway (Paris-Toulouse) is the main route.

There are two exits into the area:
Exit 55 – Souillac (30 minutes from Gourdon, 32 km)
Exit 56 – Labastide-Murat (35 minutes away, 34 km)

Approximate distances:
Toulouse → 150 km → 2h
Bordeaux → 190 km → 2h45
Paris → 520 km → 5h15 to 5h30
Brive → 70 km → 1h

Parking is free in all the communes in the destination, with car parks close to town centres, tourist sites and accommodation.

Travelling by plane

For visitors from further afield, there are three airports serving the region:

Brive-Vallée de la Dordogne (60 km – 1h)
Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord (110 km – 1h45)
Toulouse-Blagnac(150 km – 2h30)

There are also car rental agencies on site to take you to the rest of the region.

Taking a taxi or hiring a car

If you are arriving without a car, or if you need occasional mobility during your stay, there are several solutions available.

There are car rental agencies and car dealerships in the area, near the station and in the town centre.

For short or personalised journeys, there are several taxis serving the area, whether to take you to your accommodation, to an activity or to a station.

Don’t hesitate to contact us for an up-to-date list of local professionals.

Car hire and taxis

In a motorhome or van: what you need to know

The Pays de Gourdon offers a number of reception areas for motorhomes and vans: close to villages, on the edge of a lake or in a more isolated setting. Depending on the site, these areas can offer services such as drainage, drinking water, electricity and sanitary facilities. Parking is free or at a moderate rate in most cases.

⚠️ Please note: national regulations have changed. Parking outside authorised areas, particularly in the open countryside or in unsuitable car parks, is now more strictly regulated. Vans and camper vans must comply with local rules and use the designated areas. For a worry-free holiday, don’t forget to get all the information you need before you set off.