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Discovering Aulas
Visorando Member
2.55 mi
+577 ft
-597 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Aulas (Gard)
This short walk allows you to explore the town of Aulas through its narrow streets, offering magnificent views over the Coudoulous and Arre valleys, and of the Pic d’Anjeau as soon as you rise above the village. You then head back down into the valley to stroll through the historic centre of Aulas.
The Orgon Waterfalls and the André Chamson Monument
6.18 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,309 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Arphy (Gard)
This magnificent hike is featured on the beautiful Massif de l'Aigoual map published by the Mont Aigoual Causses Tourist Office. Enjoy the diversity of the forests you will pass through, where you will constantly switch between beech, oak, fir and spruce trees. The panoramic views at (3) and at the André Chamson Monument are sublime.
The Pic de Barette
1.28 mi
+138 ft
-161 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
A short hike passing by Pic de Barette, which offers a beautiful view of Aigoual and the Hérault valley. The route also passes by the tomb of André Chamson, resistance fighter, writer and member of the Académie Française.
The Orgon Waterfalls
5.54 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,142 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
A very wooded circular route, crossing numerous streams, but with some beautiful viewpoints. After a very steep climb, the route reaches the top of the waterfalls but does not offer a breathtaking view of them.
A walk around Le Vigan
1.78 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Vigan (Gard)
Le Vigan is not a particularly pretty or touristy town. However, if you stop off there, here's a walk to discover a few aspects of the historic centre and the banks of the river Arre.
Tour of the Lac des Pises
9.28 mi
+732 ft
-745 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Bréau-et-Salagosse (Gard)
A circuit on the southern slopes of the Aigoual massif around the Lac des Pises, which can be done in winter on snowshoes (average altitude 1250 m) or on foot.
Camias and La Rouvierette loop from Les Quatre Chemins
6.61 mi
+1,522 ft
-1,519 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André-de-Majencoules (Gard)
These paths lead to terraces that were once cultivated and offer views of the surrounding hamlets. Most of this hike is in the shade of holm oaks and chestnut trees. You'll feel like you've stepped back in time in these typical Cévennes landscapes.
The Esparon loop
Association / Club / Walk leader
8.86 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,732 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Molières-Cavaillac (Gard)
From Molières-Calaillac (greenway car park), climb towards Esparon, then descend towards Bez, then Lasfons and along the greenway.
Circular walk from Saint-André-de-Majencoules via the Chemin des Baigneurs
4.14 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,168 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André-de-Majencoules (Gard)
Starting from Peyregrosse, on the banks of the Hérault, the hike takes a beautiful path, once used by young villagers to go swimming in the river, up to the village of Saint-André-de-Majencoules. It continues with a circular route that allows you to visit the village and its surroundings.
Le Villaret from Peyregrosse
2.31 mi
+240 ft
-233 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-André-de-Majencoules (Gard)
Starting from Peyregrosse, a round trip along the Hérault river followed by a circular route passing through the hamlet of Villaret and the Jardin des Sambucs, a remarkable garden (see opening times).
The 4,000 steps and return via Aire de Côte
16.15 mi
+4,186 ft
-4,206 ft
11h 05
Difficult
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
From Valleraugue, take the famous 4000-step trail that climbs up to the Mont-Aigoual observatory.
To complete the loop, follow theGR®6for a long descent through the forest towards Aire de Côte, before finishing with a crossing of the chestnut grove above the hamlet of Berthezène.
Village and terraces of Valleraugue
2.07 mi
+154 ft
-154 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
A short hike to discover the village of Valleraugue, the legendary starting point of the 4000 Marches, and its terraces overlooking the Hérault.
Sporty loop around the Aigoual
25.10 mi
+5,679 ft
-5,659 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
For experienced hikers, here is a 40 km loop starting from Valleraugue and reaching Aigoual via the famous 4,000 steps. It descends to Lac du Bonheur near Camprieu, then climbs back up to Espérou and ends along the ridges facing Mont Aigoual, which you will have discovered a few hours earlier.
This hike is not technically difficult but is very long with some steep sections and requires good stamina.
The Lingas Valley
4.14 mi
+285 ft
-289 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Dourbies (Gard)
In the heart of the Cévennes and its Regional Nature Park, (re)discover Lac des Pises and its river through forest and wetlands. A family walk, alternating between wide paths and narrow trails.
Please note: temporary closure due to construction work. Problem with construction/safety at the dam; see comments at the bottom of this page.
Circular route starting from L'Esperou in the Aigoual Massif
12.40 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,096 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Dourbies (Gard)
A hike in the heart of the Cévennes in the Mont Aigoual massif, where a variety of landscapes awaits you, depending on the slope—whether facing the Atlantic or the Mediterranean. You will pass through deciduous and coniferous forests and peat bogs, with the highlight, in fine weather, being a view stretching all the way to the sea as you cross the bridge over the Cascades d’Orgon.
The hike follows sections of thePR® trail marked in yellow andthe GR® trail in red and white. You will also be well guided by the signposts marking this circular route.
In the Aigoual National Forest, starting from L'Espérou
6.78 mi
+633 ft
-1,352 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Dourbies (Gard)
The hike begins in the Cévennes National Park. This first stage takes place in the Aigoual State Forest, which forms part of the “Les Causses et les Cévennes” site, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We follow the drovers' road linking Languedoc to Aubrac, still used today by sheep to reach the summer pastures of the Aigoual.
Pic de Saint-Guiral and Lac des Pises
17.94 mi
+3,425 ft
-3,442 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Arrigas (Gard)
A magnificent circular route in the southern Cévennes for experienced hikers, offering a wide variety of biotopes and panoramic views.
Gorse, beech forests, pine forests and grassy plains await you, dotted with streams and lakes.
Discover Pic Saint-Guiral, a pyramid-shaped rock on the grass, as well as Lac des Pises and its astronomical observatory.
There are no particular difficulties on this route apart from its length.
Saint-Guiral from the Col de l'Homme Mort
6.54 mi
+863 ft
-860 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Aumessas (Gard)
Saint-Guiral, the legendary rock of the Aigoual massif, can be reached from the Col de l'Homme Mort. The first part overlooks the upper Vis valley. The view stretches from Pic d'Anjau to the whole of Séranne. From the summit of Saint-Guiral, you can enjoy a 360° view. But you'll need to climb with your hands!
In the second part, the trail is off the beaten track and runs alongside the charming Crouzoulous stream. It will take you to the beautiful abandoned farm of Grandesc Haute, lost in the forest.
Moutonnier Bridge - Bon Perrier
11.48 mi
+2,881 ft
-2,913 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Notre-Dame-de-la-Rouvière (Gard)
The route follows part of the drovers' road from Colognac to Mont Aigoual.
The Airettes and Villaret passes, starting from the Aérium de Peyraube
3.54 mi
+955 ft
-951 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Arrigas (Gard)
A superb hike starting from the Aérium de Peyraube. The view over the Arre valley is well worth the climb.
Please read the section on practical information regarding herds and Patou dogs carefully.
Le Mas de l'Église and Le Mas Gibert d'Ardaillers
1.89 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
A short hike to discover two typical hamlets, consisting almost exclusively of old houses, on the southern slope of the Aigoual.
Col de l'Homme Mort from Mas Gibert
9.93 mi
+2,041 ft
-2,060 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
Circular route on the northern slope of the Hérault valley allowing you to climb to the crest of the Aigoual massif, which offers superb views of the Cévennes.
Tour of Mont Aigoual via Hort de Dieu
8.30 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,322 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
A complete hike to discover Mont Aigoual, its panoramic views and forests, passing through the Hort de Dieu arboretum. Partially shaded route alternating between large and small paths in the forest and open trails.A few kilometres on a DFCI track that quickly joins a more shaded area.
The Col de la Caumette
8.71 mi
+866 ft
-866 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
When it's very hot in the plains, there's nothing like coming to cool off on a short route in the Aigoual forest on its northern slope.
The Pont Moutonnier route
7.27 mi
+1,903 ft
-1,903 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Notre-Dame-de-la-Rouvière (Gard)
Starting from Puech Sigal, a beautiful circular walk through the remote villages of the Cévennes in the Gard region, to the Col de l’Asclier and its sheep bridge.
By adding an hour and a half to the walking time, the start (and finish) can be at Notre-Dame-de-la-Rouvière.
The arboretum of l'Hort de Dieu from the Aigoual summit
3.39 mi
+997 ft
-1,001 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bassurels (Lozère)
From the summit of Mont Aigoual, discover l'Hort de Dieu, the Garden of God, a favorite spot for botanists since the Renaissance, and a testing ground for today's botanists."Remembering the good advice of the fabulist, we wanted to plant without delay; in the spring and especially in the autumn of 1903, we planted more than 1,200 plants, including 773 trees at the Hort de Dieu... As of now, we have 219 species of trees and shrubs in cultivation or under study at the Aigoual". Charles Flahault, 1904.
Trépaloup loop
1.70 mi
+259 ft
-262 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Bassurels (Lozère)
A short, easy hike, provided you're not prone to vertigo, from the summit of Mont Aigoual, offering breathtaking views of the Cévennes and the Hérault valley.
The Cirque de Navacelles from the Causse de Blandas
8.88 mi
+630 ft
-1,529 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Montdardier (Gard)
Between the Causse de Blandas and the Gorges de la Vis, the entire route lies within the “Causses and the Cévennes” site, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the drovers' road linking Languedoc to Aubrac, used by sheep to reach the summer pastures of Aigoual, take the time to observe the unique world of the Causse. To round off the day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Gorges de la Vis offered by the descent of the Travers de Navacelles.
Anjeau Cave from Saint-Laurent-le-Minier
5.04 mi
+1,706 ft
-1,709 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-le-Minier (Gard)
A beautiful autumn walk.
Moderator's addition: For a slightly tricky section on the descent, it is advisable to do this hike in the opposite direction to the description
Col de Faubel
5.19 mi
+587 ft
-587 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-Camprieu (Gard)
Walk to the Col de Faubel starting from Saint-Sauveur-Camprieu. A lovely, easy walk that follows the River Trèvezel.
Plenty of water points where you can give your dogs a drink. Please note that part of the walk passes through the Cévennes National Park, so there are restrictions in place.
From the Térondel Ecomuseum to the Col de Faubel
7.88 mi
+843 ft
-843 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-Camprieu (Gard)
This route, in the Aigoual National Forest, is a cool haven when it’s hot in the heath. It first follows the River Trévezel and passes through forests of fir, spruce and ancient beech trees.
The Chemin des Morts de Saint Sauveur Camprieu
5.76 mi
+755 ft
-725 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-Camprieu (Gard)
Despite its uninviting name, this is a superb hike under the forest canopy. The name comes from the fact that there was once no cemetery in Camprieu, forcing the inhabitants to carry their dead to the hamlet of Saint-Sauveur.
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