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Cazevieille - Moncalm loop, panoramic views and beautiful trails
Visorando Member
4.35 mi
+1,184 ft
-1,171 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-du-Pin (Gard)
A beautiful loop in the Cévennes, 99% on trails. Varied terrain, diverse panoramas including the superb 360° view of Montcalm from the heights of Alès.
For me, this is the most beautiful loop to do in less than 3 hours near Alès. There is only tarmac on the street where you park, and the terrain is very varied (pine and oak forests), with trails ranging from narrow, steep and technical to wide, open tracks, with fords, beautiful views and the most beautiful panorama in the area: it has everything!
The Croix de Bertranet
2.62 mi
+282 ft
-269 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Privat-des-Vieux (Gard)
A short walk in the hills above Saint-Privat-des-Vieux, with most of the route on tarmac. The section between points (4) and (5) may be a little muddy after periods of rain.°°
Circular Montgrand from Saint-Privat-des-Vieux
3.04 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Privat-des-Vieux (Gard)
A short family walk along a well-trodden route. Some sections may be muddy after periods of rain.
Le Mas Dieu starting from Saint-Martin-de-Valgalgues
6.09 mi
+676 ft
-666 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Valgalgues (Gard)
A pleasant walk with some nice views. Can be done in summer as many sections are in the shade, but be careful on some stony sections.
Around Saint-Julien-les-Rosiers
7.13 mi
+994 ft
-997 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-les-Rosiers (Gard)
A hike in the foothills of the Cévennes, well signposted (yellow markings), with most of the route on good paths, fairly shaded and therefore suitable for summer walking despite the heat. No particular difficulties to report. Some splendid panoramic views, magnificent farmhouses including one dating from the 14th century, and an old abbey as the icing on the cake.
Le Serre d'Avène
4.29 mi
+945 ft
-915 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bagard (Gard)
Serre d'Avène is one of the many hills north of Bagard and the highest of them all.
This circular hike will take you there via tracks and paths through the heath. At the summit, you will discover a beautiful view of the Cévennes and the Alès conurbation.
The Cabriès valley
4.08 mi
+541 ft
-551 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sébastien-d'Aigrefeuille (Gard)
A walk to discover the hilltop hamlets of Saint-Sébastien-d'Aigrefeuille.
The upper Amous valley
7.24 mi
+892 ft
-889 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sébastien-d'Aigrefeuille (Gard)
The first part of this hike takes you to the site of the old Carnoulès mines. The route then takes you up the slopes of the Amous valley and back along the river. The Amous, from its source to La Fabrègue, is superb: its crystal-clear waters wind through a wild valley, then its bed makes its way through more fertile land.
Panoramic view of the Cévennes
12.47 mi
+2,257 ft
-2,257 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Sébastien-d'Aigrefeuille (Gard)
Stroll through the narrow streets of Les Puechs and Carnoulés, beautiful Cévennes hamlets, and discover panoramic views of the Cévennes with the scents of the heath, chestnut trees and green oak groves..
Be careful on rocky sections, which can be dangerous (3) and (6).
The Rock of Anduze
6.17 mi
+696 ft
-679 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Bagard (Gard)
A beautiful circuit in the Gard countryside allowing you to discover the town of Anduze from the rock dominating it. Very pleasant circuit in the Gard countryside allowing you to discover this Mediterranean vegetation made of green oaks and chestnut trees. Here, the thyme is very prevalent, allowing you to breathe air much more perfumed than the one in our cities.
A short circular loop in Deaux
1.70 mi
+131 ft
-105 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Deaux (Gard)
A short, unpretentious walk starting from the Deaux Town Hall car park.
A leisurely one-hour walk.
The return journey is along a tarmac road.
The Old Town of Monteils
Local authority
4.87 mi
+505 ft
-489 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Monteils (Gard) (Gard)
A walk through the heath, dotted with views of Alès and the Cévennes. You’ll set off to explore the oppidum after discovering the village, which is full of charm. It’s a lovely springtime circular route.
Springs and woods around Vézénobres
5.16 mi
+522 ft
-518 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Vézénobres (Gard)
A lovely, easy walk through the woods, allowing you to discover the charming village of Vézénobres, the springs that supply it with water, and beautiful views of the Cévennes. The entire walk follows marked hiking trails.
Circular nature trail in the heart of Boisset-et-Gaujac
2.19 mi
+200 ft
-213 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Boisset-et-Gaujac (Gard)
Starting from the town hall, follow the paths or single tracks through the countryside near the village centre. This is a bucolic walk where you will encounter very few cars.
The Roc Troué in Soustelle
6.35 mi
+1,322 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Lamelouze (Gard)
From the Peyraube tumulus, enter a landscape dating back to the Neolithic period and discover the Peyraube valat (a stream or torrent in the Cévennes language) and then the Vanmalle valat, immersing yourself in the Basses Cévennes and the maquis to end up in front of a Neolithic tomb, the Ron Traoucat (Roc Troué).
Between oak groves and cool water in Mialet
7.16 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,047 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Mialet (Gard) (Gard)
A varied walk comprising a challenging climb to explore the heights of Mialet and a more leisurely stroll along the Gardon de Mialet.
Along the way, you’ll discover hilltop hamlets, a temple, a dolmen and the famous Camisards Bridge.
Warning! Several reports indicate that the path after the Camisards Bridge (9) is closed until further notice due to the risk of rockfalls.
Les Capélans and la Grande Pallières
10.12 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,480 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Anduze (Gard)
A long loop to climb to the summit of Capélans, which offers a fine view of the surrounding area, then to discover the dolmens on the Grande Pallières ridge and the Panissière dolmen further down. Return via the quiet districts of Anduze.
The Rocher Saint-Julien
1.66 mi
+630 ft
-633 ft
1h 20
Moderate
Departure from Anduze (Gard)
A short route to discover Anduze and climb to the top of the rock overlooking the town.
In the vineyards of Massillargues-Attuech
10.10 mi
+768 ft
-764 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Anduze (Gard)
Between vineyards and olive groves, a few beautiful farmhouses and villages. Different landscape on the banks of the Gardon, with meadows. All that remains of the château are the walls and a view. A passage also high up on the heath.