Yves Thebault

This easy, unchallenging countryside walk takes you through vineyards and woods along rural paths and quiet country lanes in the countryside around the small village of Fabas near Fronton.

The countryside near Toulouse. A few quiet roads through villages, but mostly peaceful woods and fields. No difficulty, suitable for families.

This walk, with very little tarmac, takes you from Pibrac to the Bouconne Forest via a series of small paths through the countryside. With no particular difficulties, it is suitable for walkers of all ages.

This walk close to the city remains mostly rural and allows you to discover the pretty Pont Saint Jean bridge and the small Bois de Monturon forest. An ideal family walk with no difficulty.

Slightly steep slopes, woodland, narrow paths, the banks of the Ariège and, in fine weather, a superb view of the Pyrenees – that’s what this short, easy walk south of Toulouse has to offer.

A country walk through the fields and woods around Cépet (31 ). There are a few short stretches on roads open to traffic, but this does not detract from the charm of this walk on the outskirts of Toulouse.

A walk through woods and fields in the hills above Pompignan (82), where the app’s GPS positioning is essential in some places.

It is possible to walk all the way round Balma via the paths and woods (75 per cent of the walk)!

Randonnée champêtre qui donne l'occasion de découvrir la petite chapelle et son vieux cimetière.

A few small roads at the start and finish, but above all plenty of sections through fields and woods on this walk in the Bouillac countryside, in Tarn-et-Garonne.

Visit the chapels and castles (unfortunately rarely open) north of Rabastens (81), starting from Vertus Church, whilst exploring the surrounding countryside.

A pleasant countryside walk along narrow paths and quiet tarmac roads (50/50%)

The route takes you through the inner suburbs of Toulouse, from Pechbonnieu to Montberon and then on to Saint-Loup-Cammas, via paths and small roads. It’s not difficult, but some paths may be muddy in wet weather.

A hilly hike that will take you to Bonrepos Riquet Castle and the old town of Verfeil. Admittedly, there may be a little too much tarmac (50%) for some people's liking, but it is on small, quiet roads.

An easy circular walk through the countryside starting from Vazerac.

This walk more or less follows aPR® route called “Les Quatre Communes”; it is marked in yellow for the most part, so it is very easy to follow.

A hike in the countryside on the border between Gers and Haute Garonne, starting from the Abbey of Sainte-Marie-du-Désert and passing through two pretty little villages, Vignaux and Garac.

An easy hike on paths on the outskirts of Toulouse with very little tarmac road.

An easy hike through the woods and vineyards of Frontonnais, once you have completed thefirst climb.

This yellow-marked hike is not difficult. However, be careful when crossing the D6 road twice.

A walk that alternates between quiet tarmac roads and grassy paths, passing through two pretty little villages, Bourret and Cordes-Tolosannes.

It’s not quite the countryside, but it’s not the city either. Despite its proximity to the city, this walk near Toulouse offers plenty of greenery and a breath of fresh air.

On the outskirts of Toulouse, this is a rural hike that is a little challenging (steep slopes) but not too difficult, with a long, very pleasant stretch through the woods in the middle, which can be very muddy when it rains. This hike follows several PR® trails marked in yellow. Ignore these markings.

The first part of the walk takes you through the Gaillac AOC vineyards, followed by a stretch on the edge of the Sivens forest. An easy walk.

An urban hike on the outskirts of Toulouse, offering more than 50% green spaces and small woods. An easy hike, but sometimes on muddy ground near the river and lake.

A walk near Toulouse, almost in the countryside.

Wells, wash houses, cazelles (stone huts), truffle fields, the remains of an old priory and typical Quercy houses are what you will find on this beautiful hike in the countryside near Cahors.

An easy walk along the paths and country lanes near Albi

A lovely walk along the shores of Lake La Thésauque in Nailloux, which can be shortened by 4 km by cutting through the village of Montgeard.

An easy walk through the countryside north of Toulouse

A short, gentle walk in the countryside and along the banks of the Girou, suitable for all.

An easy walk suitable for families. Please note that the ground can be a bit slippery in winter.

This hike starting from Puylaurens is a combination of severalPR® trails. It is therefore marked, but you should refer to the map and not blindly follow the markings to avoid getting lost in the wrong direction.

This hike, an opportunity for a beautiful walk in the countryside through woods and fields, will allow you to discover Carla-Bayle, an artists' village about 50 kilometres south of Toulouse, at the end of the route.

A peaceful walk near Toulouse. No difficulty.

A "green" hike on the outskirts of Toulouse, sometimes a little muddy in wet weather, but otherwise without any difficulty.

This easy, flat route near Toulouse runs alongside the Garonne river and through the Fenouillet countryside. Perfect for family walks.

This route is an extended 10 km version of the route proposed under the title "Around Gratentour" by EJP, from which much of the description has been borrowed.

The countryside around Saint-Geniès-Bellevue, a few kilometres from Toulouse. However, it is best to walk during dry weather, as some sections along the stream are very muddy.

An easy hike between hills and fields.

A circular that will allow you to discover the Lauragais countryside and the Rigole de la Plaine, which feeds the Canal du Midi

A refreshing hike around Lake La Balerne, with no major difficulties.

A short, easy hike to stretch your legs or enjoy with the family.

Unmarked walk along stony paths and tracks where it is best to wear shoes with thick soles.There is little shade, so this walk is not recommended in strong sunshine. Apart from that, there are no particular difficulties.

Country route marked in yellow, no major difficulties.

This circular route, which constantly goes up and down, follows mostly narrow paths through the woodland alongside a stream; it may therefore prove difficult, or even impassable, in wet weather. It is well signposted in yellow in the first section, but once you’ve left Sauveterre, there are no signposts, so you’ll need to follow the route description carefully.

This route is a combination of two perfectly marked routes. At the start, follow thePR®5route des Lacs signs and, from the (9), follow thePR®6route des Potiers signs.

Hike with elevation gain, marked in yellow at intervals, which will allow you to use the Hautpoul footbridge opened at the end of 2018 and cross the medieval village of the same name. There is a tricky section between points (6) and (7) where recent tree felling has more or less destroyed the mapped paths and removed the markers.

Many points of interest along the route: arboretum, lime kilns, dolmen, legend, remarkable tree...

An easy hike apart from the climb to Sailhan, which is steep but on a good, very passable path. Yellow markings are faded or non-existent in places, but the Xs indicating the wrong direction are clearly visible.