The canyon is known geologically as a 'cirque' or a canyon in a meander.
The village is situated on a promontory almost entirely surrounded by the river's loop.
The rock layers forming the walls are from the Middle Jurassic period.
The canyon acts as a natural habitat for diverse bird species, including raptors.
The Dourdou de Conques river, responsible for the erosion, eventually joins the Lot River.
The Trou de Bozouls is a natural limestone canyon shaped like a horseshoe, measuring 400 meters wide and 100 meters deep. It was carved by the Dourdou River, which continues to erode the Jurassic limestone plateau. The village of Bozouls is built directly onto the rocky outcrop overlooking the gorge. The site features a series of marked trails allowing descent into the canyon floor. A botanical trail exists along the rim to highlight local flora. Evidence of human occupation dates back to the Neolithic period, with subsequent medieval structures built into the cliffside. The canyon floor provides a microclimate distinct from the plateau above, hosting specific biodiversity.
The viewpoint located near the Sainte-Fauste Romanesque church.
Wear sturdy hiking boots as the paths can be steep and uneven.
Visit the visitor center near the town hall to pick up trail maps before descending.
Bring water as there are no amenities once you reach the bottom of the gorge.
Attempting to climb the vertical limestone cliffs instead of using the provided paths.
Stay on marked trails to prevent erosion and respect private property boundaries along the canyon rim.
