A61 exit 21 Castelnaudary dog walk, France Junction 21 Castelnaudary A lovely combination of a walk alongside the enormous Grand Bassin of the Canal du Midi, and the chance to see this typically French town and pick up picnic supplies or just enjoy a leisurely coffee...
Verdun area dog walk, France The site of this village is perhaps one of the most poignant reminders of the way this region was practically laid waste during WW1.
Woodland dog walk near Durrow, RoI Easy going trail through woodland that was once part of the Castledurrow Estate. The 'castle' is now a stylish venue for weddings etc.
Bourg et Comin quiet village dog walk, France A short circular walk along the bed of a former railway track that's now a mini-arboretum of fruit trees.
Castlefreke dog walk, RoI Easy to get to and with walks to suit dogs of all sizes, and families. There's a choice of four trails, and space to just wander around as well.
A55 Exit 13 doggiestop near Marseilles, France Junction 13 Once a lair for marauding pirates this small town is now one of the largest marinas for yachts and pleasure boats in the Med.
A61 Exit 20 Canal du Midi dog walk, France Junction 20 Villefranche de L On a hot day this is a fantastic dog walk on the Canal du Midi towpath. It's peaceful and ideal for a complete break from motorway driving.
N10 Rambouillet dog walk, France Part of the enormous Rambouillet forest, this is a fantastic place to walk and re-charge your batteries under the canopy of trees. Perfect for dogs, and great for a family day out from Paris.
A9 Exit 36 doggiestop in Béziers, France Junction 36 Beziers The force of the water rushing through this flight of nine locks has to be seen to be believed, and it's a brilliant place to de-stress after hours of motorway driving.
A9 exit 39 sleepy village doggiestop, France Junction 39 Sigean With its characteristic 3-storey houses and narrow winding streets, this is a gem of a little village to amble around.
Moore Hall Forest dog walk, RoI A lovely place to walk with the dog and, although Moore Hall House is no more (it was burned down in the early 1900s) the story behind it is interesting.
Dog walk near Bahana, RoI Popular in summer, and perfect for a good long walk with the dog. Several trails to choose from, and the scenery is stunning.
