Autour de Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val et au-dessus des Gorges de l'Aveyron

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This hike, starting from one of the most beautiful villages in France, Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val, will also allow you to discover the Gorges de l'Aveyron. This 14 km loop will give you a beautiful view of the limestone plateaus between Rouergue and Quercy. You will also find a place of historical memory with the Maquis d'Ornano.

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    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 14.71 km
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    Average duration: 5h 25 
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    Difficulty: Moderate
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    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 429 m
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    Descent: - 427 m
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    Highest point: 332 m
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    Lowest point: 111 m
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View of the Aveyron valley from the Cirque de Bône viewpoint

Description of the walk

Access from the A20 motorway, exit Caussade towards Saint-Antonin via the D958. The hike starts at the entrance to Saint-Antonin when arriving via the D958 (car park on the left). Turn left and follow the GR®46 signs (red and white). Climb up the Way of the Cross to the chapel at an altitude of 292 metres, then continue west to the crossroads.

(1) Leave the GR®46 on your right and continue straight ahead (west) just before taking a path on your right to avoid entering private property. You will rejoin the D958

(2) Cross the road to stop at the Belvédère du Cirque de Bône viewpoint overlooking the Gorges de l'Aveyron (orientation table).

(3) Follow the PR®25 trail (not "Retour PR®25!"). You will find an information panel about the Maquis d'Ornano. Continue along this well-marked trail.

(4) You have reached a parachute drop zone that was used to supply the Ornano maquis. An information panel and a memorial stone bring this place of remembrance to life. Continue along the trail, following the PR®25 signs.

(5) Turn left and follow a path that descends in the shade parallel to a stream before joining the road (D115).

(6) Cross the road and take a path on the right that runs alongside the road above the Aveyron.

(7) At the end of the bridge over the Aveyron, before the road tunnel, take the path on the left.

(8) On your right, you will pass a very steep path marked "Interdit" (No Entry), which has become too dangerous. Continue on the first path above the Aveyron River. Be careful if the ground is slippery (do not look down if you are afraid of heights).

(9) Leave the road and turn left, following the GR® to cross the hamlet of Vieil Four.

(10) The GR® crosses the road and offers a good climb to reach the ridges: beautiful view of the Aveyron valley. Leave several paths on the right and left to reach a crossroads of four paths.

(11) Turn left at a right angle and follow the GR® to begin the fairly steep descent through the forest towards Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val.

(12) Cross the D115 and turn right to follow a small road that leads back to Saint-Antonin.

(13) Take the bridge on the left and wander through the narrow streets of the medieval town centre at your leisure before returning to the car park at the starting point.

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 124 m - Parking
  2. 1 : km 1.51 - alt. 310 m - Leave the GR, continue straight ahead
  3. 2 : km 3.94 - alt. 294 m - D5, opposite the Belvédère de Bône
  4. 3 : km 4.27 - alt. 294 m - PR25 Information board: Maquis d'Ornano
  5. 4 : km 5.12 - alt. 303 m - Parachuting site and information board
  6. 5 : km 5.72 - alt. 285 m - PR25 take the path on the left
  7. 6 : km 7 - alt. 119 m - D115, turn right.
  8. 7 : km 8.32 - alt. 111 m - Take the path on the left before the tunnel
  9. 8 : km 8.46 - alt. 132 m - Do not take the path on the left marked "Interdit" (No Entry)
  10. 9 : km 9.43 - alt. 143 m - Continue left on the GR
  11. 10 : km 9.82 - alt. 148 m - D115b, follow the GR opposite up the steep hill
  12. 11 : km 11.84 - alt. 331 m - At the crossroads, turn left onto the GR
  13. 12 : km 12.92 - alt. 126 m - Crossing the D115
  14. 13 : km 13.95 - alt. 128 m - Cross the bridge over the - Aveyron (rivière)
  15. S/E : km 14.71 - alt. 123 m - Parking

Notes

You will find everything you need in the centre of Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val (population 1,900): cafés, grocery stores, tourist office, etc.
Bring water, especially in summer!

Worth a visit

Stop off at the Belvédère du Cirque de Bône viewpoint overlooking the Gorges de l'Aveyron: orientation table.
Don't miss the medieval centre of Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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Reviews and comments

4.2 / 5
Based on 29 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.3 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.3 / 5
Route interest
4.1 / 5
User 26965244

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 05, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Flawless guidance
No particular difficulties: bring water, of course, as temperatures can easily exceed 30°C in summer

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MomoMonique
MomoMonique

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

Hello,
Just two comments:
1) In point 6, specify that you should not take the path almost opposite the road, but 100 metres further on.
We did this but found another path on the right that took us back to the right one.
2) At point 8: major change because the steep path has been closed, so it is not possible to go up to Brousses or the restaurant. However, by following the path, we easily rejoined the path described next.

Apart from that, it was fine, but the GPS route is reassuring if you're unsure.
Thank you for your walks

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Lukhas
Lukhas

Overall rating : 3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 04, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★☆☆☆☆ Very disappointing
Very busy route : Yes

If you want peace and quiet to clear your mind, this hike is not for you. You will either be walking on paved roads or on a trail that runs alongside a very busy departmental road. Bring water.
There's nothing of interest to see on foot. Only the first rampaillou is fun.

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Petitbout 31
Petitbout 31

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Not much to see in Aveyron. Some difficulty finding the small road at the crossroads.

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sebastien82170
sebastien82170

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 30, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful places and views.
The route descriptions are sometimes misleading and the starting point is impossible to find if you follow the instructions. To find it, park in St Antonin, take the road towards Caussade, after the first bend out of the village, continue for 150 metres and it's on the right, opposite the cemetery which is below on the left.
Otherwise, there are some interesting sections and beautiful views, but far too much tarmac.

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Cayou
Cayou
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 24, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely hike, well balanced between flat and hilly terrain. No particular difficulties.
Beautiful views overlooking the Aveyron. The vegetation is magical.

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Yoann.f
Yoann.f

Overall rating : 3 / 5

Date of your route : May 22, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Very busy route : No

Few views of the gorges
Numerous road sections

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cocolithe
cocolithe

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 24, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Hike offering beautiful views of the Aveyron Gorges. Fairly easy hike with little elevation gain. A bit too much road at times.

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richdaj
richdaj

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 20, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Great, very beautiful walk, I recommend it

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Nana47
Nana47

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 29, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

From point 8 in the description of the hike, it was impossible to find the path to the left of the tunnel. We asked around, but no one knew. We took a shortcut through the woods and completed the hike. The scenery was stunning. You can recommend it once the description has been corrected. Have a nice day. Nana

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jean claude Penot
jean claude Penot

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 09, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

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donny15
donny15

Overall rating : 4.5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 30, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

The layout is great. The staircase section is really cool.
There are some beautiful views of the Aveyron river just after the staircase.

However, be sure to bring sunscreen: there are many areas exposed to direct sunlight.

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B Cabrol
B Cabrol

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 08, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Route traced in full accordance with GPS data.

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vicri
vicri

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 25, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Very beautiful hike, thank you to those who came before for their comments and helpful advice

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coau
coau

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 14, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Marker 3: Nice view, but too much vegetation prevents you from enjoying it fully.
Marker 8: very nice and original passage, "the glass staircase", worth doing as it's not that bad and it's short.
Marker 11: we couldn't find the crossroads! So we continued straight ahead on the track. We rejoined the road, turned left and followed a yellow signposted PR trail which took us back to St Antonin.
There's a lot of tarmac on this hike, it's true.

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