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Col de la Lau
Visorando Member
5.53 mi
+2,592 ft
-2,592 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A lovely, shaded climb between Aulus and the foot of Mont Béas, culminating in a beautiful view of the neighbouring peaks.
Ars waterfall and Guzet lake
8.20 mi
+2,992 ft
-3,018 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
Loop starting from Alus-Les-Bains with varied landscapes. Hike to be undertaken after the snow has completely disappeared (check in advance). Several passages through peat, in the middle of streams and avalanche corridors.Please note: look carefully for markings and signposts, which are not always very visible.
Souliou Plateau from Aulus-les-Bains
4.33 mi
+1,886 ft
-1,870 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A lovely walk through the woods starting from Aulus-les-Bains, passing through the Plateau de Souliou.
Cascade d'Ars et cascade du Fouillet
8.87 mi
+3,530 ft
-3,501 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A circular walk starting from Aulus-Les-Bains towards the Ars waterfall and returning via the Fouillet waterfall.A very pleasant walk, through woodland for almost the entire route, with two magnificent waterfalls as a reward.The majestic Ars waterfall is 246 metres high, cascading in three stages, with the middle section 60 metres wide.The Fouillet Waterfall, though smaller in scale, is just as beautiful and impressive.
The Ars Waterfall
6.54 mi
+2,726 ft
-2,726 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A fantastic getaway leading to one of the most beautiful and largest waterfalls in the Pyrenees.
Ars waterfall and valley
9.80 mi
+3,379 ft
-3,379 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
An easy path leads to the Ars waterfall. A slightly more challenging trail climbs up the Ars valley to admire its ponds.
Ajéou plateau
4.43 mi
+797 ft
-791 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
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.
The Guzet Neige viewpoint
7.31 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,604 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
A tour of the resort, with views stretching from Valier to Mont Béas, passing through summer pastures and beech and fir forests.
Fouillet Valley from the Col d'Escots
4.38 mi
+1,939 ft
-1,926 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
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.
Pic de Freychet as seen from the Col d’Escots
3.60 mi
+1,378 ft
-1,381 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
This route is particularly lovely in fine weather and offers superb views of the Ariège Pyrenees, including a view of the Lower Pyrenees and, in particular, a 360° panorama from the Pic de Freychet.
Cirque de Garbettou and Étang du Garbet
4.40 mi
+1,831 ft
-1,798 ft
3h 35
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
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 de Garbettou, Étang du Garbet and Étang Bleu
6.81 mi
+3,035 ft
-3,025 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A very scenic walk through the Garbet Valley, offering views of the magnificent Cirque de Garbettou, Étang du Garbet and the wilder Étang Bleu, all three accompanied by their superb waterfalls.
Girantes plateau via Étang de Labant
3.44 mi
+886 ft
-886 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
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.
Bassiès Refuge via the Port de Saleix and Bassiès
7.00 mi
+2,969 ft
-2,969 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
This lovely circular walk takes you to the Refuge de Bassiès, over mountain passes, and past lakes and an old mine on the way back.
Circular route via the Port de Saleix and the Pic de Girantès
5.23 mi
+2,247 ft
-2,244 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
This route offers a very pretty circular route providing access to a superb viewpoint over the entire massif. The Coumebière Plateau is a stunning grassy meadow leading to the Pas du Roc canyon. What’s more, vultures are often seen circling above the Pic de Girantès to take advantage of the updrafts, providing a great opportunity to take some magnificent photographs.
Pique Rouge de Bassiès
9.11 mi
+4,295 ft
-4,288 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A very beautiful hike that follows a ridge line and offers magnificent views of the entire massif. This is a hike with a significant elevation gain, reserved for experienced hikers.
Refuge de Bassiès via Port de Saleix
7.09 mi
+2,677 ft
-2,657 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A magnificent hike through varied landscapes along the entire route. The climb to Port de Bassiès is steady and not too difficult. Unfortunately, there is a 280 m descent to the refuge, which you will have to climb back up.
Take advantage of the view of the lakes and the Pique Rouge cirque to rest for a while.
Alate pond
4.28 mi
+1,650 ft
-1,631 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A beautiful blue pond at the foot of the granite Mont Garias with a beautiful view of Mont Valier during the ascent
Pic de Cabanatous - Étang d'Alate
5.80 mi
+2,297 ft
-2,277 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
This hike, accessible to all, offers a taste of the high mountains. After the Étang de Labant, the route leads to the Pic de Cabanatous, a marvellous lookout point over the Étangs de Bassiès and beyond to the great summits of the Ariège. On the way back, the Étang d'Alate is the perfect place to stop for a break before heading back to the Port de Saleix, a very important ancient communication route that facilitated trade between the Couserans and Vicdessos regions.
Mont Ceint or Pic de Gérentos
5.59 mi
+2,234 ft
-2,234 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
This is a fairly short hike that takes you to a summit steeped in history and offering superb panoramic views.
The Étang du Garbet via the Étang de Labant
5.51 mi
+1,926 ft
-1,919 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
This route is more exposed than the direct ascent via Agneserre.
Few people use this route.
It can also form the return leg of a circular route starting from Agneserre. See the alternative route in the practical information section.
Please read the route description and practical information carefully before setting out on this hike.
Turguilla Valley, Pic Séron, Étang d'Aubé, Col de Cerda circular loop
4.99 mi
+2,510 ft
-2,507 ft
4h 30
Difficult
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
A very beautiful circular hike to do in good weather. There are a few passages with cables and iron ladders, but they are not particularly difficult. The markings are sometimes unclear. This is a hike to be done at a leisurely pace, taking time to observe the flora and fauna. Allow for 7 hours rather than the average time automatically calculated.
Réglisse pond
4.16 mi
+1,299 ft
-1,309 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
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.
Cirque de Cagateille, Étang de La Hilette and Étang d'Alet from Ustou
6.79 mi
+3,681 ft
-3,701 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
A magnificent route in the mid- and high-mountain range, with water features in the first part, then vast horizons opening up before your eyes.
This circuit requires a good level of fitness but is well worth the effort.
N.B. Please take into account the difficult sections at (3) and (6).
Only to be attempted in very good weather: from (4) very difficult orientation in foggy weather and from (7) exposure to thunderstorms.
Cirque de Cagateille and Étang de la Hillette
5.28 mi
+2,694 ft
-2,694 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
This hike, which presents no difficulty until you reach the foot of the Cirque de Cagateille, will make you sweat to reach the Étang de la Hillette.
But it's well worth the effort to discover this little Pyrenean fjord!
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