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Étang d'Eychelle and Cabane d'Eychelle
A pretty lake nestled at the foot of the mountains and a shepherd's hut in summer surrounded by mountains with, on the way back, a beautiful view of the Bethmale Valley.
Alate pond
A beautiful blue pond at the foot of the granite Mont Garias with a beautiful view of Mont Valier during the ascent
The Etang d'Esparver and Lac d'Aude around Lac des Bouillouses
A first pretty lake with a view of Carlit and a little less crowded than the surrounding lakes, then a return via Lac d'Aude with a beautiful view of Lac des Bouillouses and Carlit.
Font Vive pond
A lovely little loop along the stream and through the forest.
Aveyron Valley and hillsides at Prévinquières and Mirabel
Walk along the banks of the Aveyron and on the hillsides with a botanical trail and another on the maquisards. Pretty views, beech, chestnut and oak forests, moors on the hillsides.
Climb to the Bouriex relay antenna
Climb up to the Bouriex relay antenna for a magnificent view of the Couserans mountains and the Toulouse plain. At the top, the Bouriex discovery trail information panels provide information on the surrounding mountains and local legends.
Mirabat Castle
Climb up to the ruined Mirabat Castle, where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Couserans mountain range with Mont Valier and the plain in the foreground.
Around the Gourgue
Walk between the limestone plateau and the valley with old mossy box trees, views of the Roc d'Anglars, and the discovery of a cave and the Trou de la Gourgue with its turquoise blue water that supplies part of the village of Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val.
The Cirque de Bône
This path follows the edge of the Aveyron river and then goes around the Cirque de Bône. There are several viewpoints from which you can admire the Aveyron valley and the limestone cliffs.
Le Rocher Tremblant
Walk in the Bonnette valley between fields and forest with views of the Château de Cas and a strange rock formation known as Rocher Tremblant. You will pass two mills that have been converted into homes, a restored old church, a restored old bread oven and other small stone structures typical of our region (low walls, cazelles, etc.).
The Decauville Tunnels in the Orle Valley
An unusual hike along an old mining railway line with tunnel crossings.
Réglisse pond
Nice hike from the Cirque de Gérac with views of the valley and Mont Valier in the background. Two passages with iron steps and a succession of two ponds before arriving at the summer hut and the Étang de la Réglisse nestled at the foot of the cliffs.
Le Puy de Peyre Arse
A long walk along the ridges allows you to enjoy the view of the Puy du Cantal, the Puy de Sancy and the Plomb du Cantal. Pass through the Brèche de Roland and return to the Cirque d'Eylac with the marmots.
The Bois du Christ
A short walk through the Bois du Christ, featuring a wayside shrine rising above the trees, offering views of the surrounding landscape. The walk concludes with a circuit of Lac des Cascades along the nature trail about the wildlife of the Cantal.
From Pas de Peyrol to Le Claux via Puy de la Tourte
Magnificent panoramic views over the Falgoux valley and Puy Mary, passing through the mountain pastures and over a hilltop before descending into the forest near the small cross-country ski resort of Les Chamilloux and arriving at the Étang de Lascourt with Puy Mary in the background. We were able to see numerous flowers on the mountain pasture (notably Martagon lilies, arnica and gentian), a flock of sheep with its Patou dog, as well as a group of horses.
Loop around Belcastel
A tour around the valley of one of the most beautiful villages in France, Belcastel, with several viewpoints over its castle, its old bridge and the village below. You will also pass by the Fort du Roc d'Anglars, and on the way down via the Way of the Cross, you will discover the Lourdou cave with its Virgin Mary.
The barns of Balagué
Sunshine, panoramic views of the Vallier massif and the Pyrenees, and barns are all on the agenda for this loop above the village of Balagué.
Girantes plateau via Étang de Labant
Circular around Coumebière with beautiful views of the surrounding peaks. It will allow you to discover the Étang de Labant, an old mine and the Girantes plateau, which is not as flat as its name might suggest, all at the foot of the 1,975 m Mont Ceint.
Causse de Mordagne and Château de Cas
Walk on the limestone plateau of the hamlet of Mordagne with views of the Bonnette valley.
Cirque de Garbettou and Étang du Garbet
The ascent is divided into two sections: the Cirque de Garbettou, which is easy to access, with its waterfall and streams, and the steeper, rockier climb towards the Étang du Garbet, with its turquoise-blue reflections, waterfall and occasional snowfields.
26/08/2024: According to reviews, allow a good 4 hours on average to complete this hike.
Cirque d'Anglade
A short but steep climb leads to this cirque with the remains of the Anglade mines.
Col de l'Arraing
Splendid view of the Couserans peaks with a crossing of a summer pasture and the discovery of an old marble quarry.
Jouyre Valley
Hike in different environments with the damp valley floor and drier hillsides, discovering old mills, an old quarry and a cave.
Col de la Lau
A lovely, shaded climb between Aulus and the foot of Mont Béas, culminating in a beautiful view of the neighbouring peaks.
The Eagle Rock
A 360° panorama of the Cévennes valleys and Mont Aigoual. Information panels are provided along the route.
Oules waterfalls
This short walk offers beautiful views of the village of Laguiole and the Oules waterfall.
Cascade du Devèz
Through the forest, discover an ancient wolf pit and the Devèz waterfall. You'll then pass through a mountain pasture with a view towards Rodez.
Illau Cabin and Isard Chapel
Torrential streams, forests, mountain pastures, panoramic views, huts and chapels await you on this hike at the bottom of the Biros valley.
Pic de la Quère
Start from the village of Alos and its castle. After a steep climb, you will discover the panorama of the Ariège Pyrenees and, at the summit of the Pic de la Quère, a small part of the Mont Valier.
Tuc du Coucou
A steep climb rewarded by a 360° panorama of the Couserans and Biros peaks.
On the hillsides of Soueix
Walk through the hillsides of the village of Soueix with panoramic views of Le Vallier, the Col d'Ayens and Mirabat Castle. Architectural highlights include the churches of Saint-Sernin and Vic d'Oust, and the railway bridge.
Les karstic caves de Compolibat
During this circuit, you will discover a geological curiosity, the karstic caves of Py and Rouffiès, composed of fairy chimneys. The village is picturesque with its 13th-century church and bell tower surrounded by four pinnacles. The second part of the circuit offers a view of the village and the crossing of the Aveyron on an old bridge, the Pont du Cambon.
Ajéou plateau
Discover the Ajéou plateau with its chasm, sinkholes, summer pastures and numerous barns, some of which are bird-proof. In several places, you can enjoy views of the Ariège mountain range.
Perte du Cros, its cave and the Saillagol mill
Discover the source of a stream (the intermittent Cros stream) and its cave. The walk crosses woods and fields and offers views of numerous small heritage sites (low walls, cazelles, wells, crosses, church). The path passes by the foot of the Saillagol mill, which has been restored and is in operation on certain dates.
The peatland stream from Sabadel-Lauzès
A pleasant walk along the banks of a stream that disappears to reveal the tuff before reappearing.
Le Cos and the banks of the Salat
A steady climb to the summit of Cos with two beautiful viewpoints, the Salat valley and the Garbet valley and the Vallier massif on the other side, and a return to the banks of the Salat River with its turbulent, turquoise-blue waters.
La Zarza Peak
Climb to the top of Fuerteventura Island for panoramic views of Morro Rable and Corralejo and the island's south-western tip.
Fouillet Valley from the Col d'Escots
Explore the Fouillet Valley, starting with a descent offering a beautiful panorama of Mont Béas, the Pic des Trois Seigneurs and Mont Ceint, with the Dent d’Aubé also coming into view. The lush green Fouillet Valley contrasts with the rocky terrain at the last bridge at Casièrens. Please note that the start is poorly signposted; the return route follows theGR®®.The GPX track may prove very useful in places.