OT Sidobre & vallées

A hiking trail, winding through open countryside, woodland and along the riverbank, which connects the hamlets of the commune or links up with other walks and villages in the area.   The ‘Lo camin dels tres vilatges del Beç’ is a long and beautiful route, alternating between countryside and woodland, guiding you through varied landscapes along cool sunken paths, shaded tracks or hidden descents, close to the stunning rocks of the Sidobre, in a landscape with pronounced relief but without great difficulty. You’ll enjoy beautiful views, peaceful valleys, the proximity of the waters of the Agout, and, throughout, exceptional tranquillity.

Hike in the Sidobre massif in the Tarn, a major trail in Sidobre that can be enjoyed again and again by young and old alike.A journey imagined and illustrated by the village children, based on the rocks and legends of Sidobre.Set off to discover the famous rocks of Sidobre, such as Napoleon's Hat and Chaos de la Balme, in the middle of the undergrowth, following in the footsteps of the main legends of the area and the remains left by the stone cutters of the early20th century.

Hiking trail in the commune of Lacrouzette in Sidobre & Vallées in the Tarn – OccitanieOne of the most famous trails in Sidobre. The Roc de l’Oie, the Elephant, the Three Cheeses or the Devil’s Armchair, for example. These are just a few of the rock formations, each as astonishing as the next, which you’ll discover amidst the woodland of Crémaussel. You’ll walk, explore, climb and let your imagination run wild… following the signposts in search of secret passages and other remarkable rock formations in this labyrinth of ‘invisibles’.

Rock formations perched on the slopes, torrents of stones rushing down the ravines, enigmatic granite sculptures under the canopy of trees. The Sidobre is a place of discovery: around every bend in the path, in every clearing, and for everyone, according to their imagination.

This hike takes you through valleys and plateaus, forests and viewpoints, passing through Saint-Pierre-de-Trivisy, Notre-Dame-de-Tournadous and the Maison de la Vallée du Gijou. This hike alternates between ascents and descents, surrounded by nature, with beautiful views. Halfway along the route, you can discover the biodiversity trail at the Maison de la Vallée du Gijou.Don't leave the hamlet of Ganoubre without visiting the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Tournadous, with its cedar tree classified as a "remarkable tree".A long stretch of open countryside awaits you between Le Roucan and Saint-Pierre-de-Trivisy.At the end of your hike, discover the14th-century polychrome statue of the Virgin and Child in the church of Saint-Pierre de Trivisy.

A route leading from a valley spared from development to one of the department’s last remaining monuments dating from the year 1000. A beautiful walk starting from the Maison de la Vallée du Gijou, to discover one of the Tarn’s most unusual and mystical heritage sites: the Chapel of Saint-Jean Del Frech, first mentioned in 972.You’ll also enjoy stunning views in the heart of nature along the ridges overlooking this valley, which nearly disappeared forever due to a dam project.

Hiking trail in the commune of Montfa, in Sidobre & Vallées, in the Tarn – Occitanie. This village is one of the former strongholds of the ancestors of the famous painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec – Montfa. His father even stayed there as recently as the early20th century. This walk offers the chance to explore the agricultural plateaus and enjoy beautiful views over the Castraises and Lautrécoises plains. As you stroll along, you’ll pass through meadows, village paths, small hamlets and woodland. In particular, you’ll be able to catch a glimpse of the ruins of Montfa Castle, which is gradually being restored thanks to the Friends of the Castle association.

Hiking trail in the municipality of Fontrieu-en-Sidobre & Vallées in the Tarn - Occitanie A beautiful route, showcasing a landscape shaped by the combination of farming and forestry, offering walkers a stunning mosaic of scenery. A green valley runs through the vast commune of Fontrieu, amongst beautiful farmland dotted with hedgerows and dry stone walls. It was here that the Ouillats convent was established in 1825, benefiting from fertile land and abundant water. Above Biot and towards the south, the mountain rises 300 metres and marks the start of a vast wooded area on the granite ridge of Puech Margot. In this landscape, amidst recent clearings and old high forests, the cry of the harrier and the hammering of the woodpecker often echo the rustling of the wind through the branches.

Hiking trail in the commune of Fontrieu, in Sidobre & Vallées in the Tarn – Occitanie. Hiking trail at the gateway to the Pays Montanhol, where the stones tell the story of the Sidobre. Places to visit: the Museum of Protestantism and Ferrières Castle. Start opposite the town hall annexe, at La Ramade. A walk through woodland, fields and meadows, with numerous viewpoints. Magnificent panoramic views of the Monts de Lacaune, the Sidobre, the Montagne Noire and the Pyrenees. The route passes through the village of Ferrières, where you can see the château and the watermills, and follow the route of the little train that operated until 1962, which had opened up this entire hilly region.

Hiking trail in the commune of Brassac-sur-Agout in Sidobre & Vallées in the Tarn – Occitanie. Passing through Brassac, a medieval town, and its old quarters, this relatively easy route follows the banks of the Agout, quickly taking you into the heart of the countryside.

A walk between the edge of the Sidobre massif and the start of the Anglès plateau. This walk takes you through the more agricultural and wooded parts of the Sidobre, with the advantage of paths and tracks that are accessible to everyone.Beautiful views over the Montagne Noire and the Castres plain.