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Timings

The timings in this book are just an indication for a reasonably fit walker, and are mostly consistent with the times given on the local signposts. You can expect to walk between 3.5 and 4km per hour on the flat, but on a hot day the heat may slow you down, especially on a long walk; from bitter experience we also know the time can increase significantly with age!

The timings do not include pauses for picnics, rests, taking photos or looking at flowers, and it is important to leave an hour or so extra for this so as to enjoy your day.

More importantly for walks in the Dordogne, the timings do not include exploring the various places of interest passed on the walk, and you should leave plenty of time if you intend to wander around the town or village at the start of the walk, or to visit the château, prehistoric cave, museum or gardens mentioned. Sometimes this can be even more time-consuming than the walk itself, and you will find that even a short walk might take you best part of a day!