Bernadets-Debat walks

Short walk around Lake Puydarieux. Bird sanctuary with access to huts. Route almost entirely marked with yellow signs to be followed in an anti-clockwise direction. Sometimes the markings are difficult to see, damaged or missing. A few paths are difficult to see.

A country route with sections through woodland. A pleasant and varied walk, both in terms of the paths and the landscapes.

This is a typical countryside walk for the whole family. Apart from the distance, which is a little long, it is not difficult. However, I recommend doing it on a clear day to fully enjoy the view of the Pyrenees.

Get your calves ready and set off to explore this colourful route. The route starts on an old path, once widely used by farmers on their way to the market in a village higher up. You then alternate between woods and small roads, but one thing is certain: you will be immersed in nature. ThePR® -labelled route is signposted with the famous yellow colour code.

The beauty of this route lies in its diversity: charming villages and churches, castles, chapels... Walkers will also appreciate the coolness of the river and the walk through the Hagède forest.

Through valleys and woods, this route unfolds its diverse nature, nestling lakes that will charm you for a well-deserved picnic break.

A pleasant hike alternating between woods and fields, trails and paths through the valleys of the Gers. On the way, the listed chapel of Saint-Clamens, dating fromthe 11th century, is worth a short detour.

A hike through the Orleix woods to the Tower of Oléac-Debat.

A return trip from Mirande to Marciac via the ridge road. A challenging route with beautiful views of the rolling countryside and the Pyrenees mountain range.

During this easy hike, you will discover the small village of Monléon-Magnoac, panoramic views of the Magnoac hillsides and the Pyrenees, the Marian shrine of Notre-Dame de Garaison, a famous school, and beautiful pine forests, all on a hilly and well-marked trail.

Numerous ridge paths reveal Marciac and its two bell towers from different angles. The valleys unfold through varied and enchanting landscapes...

A beautiful hike through the hills of the Gers with stunning panoramic views of the Pyrenees. A circular route between light and shade, alternating between paths, trails and small roads. A circular route that can be enjoyed in all seasons, but is at its most charming in spring or autumn.

On the wooded hillsides to the west of the Val d'Adour, this route starting from the Gallo-Roman site of Saint-Lézer offers a magnificent view of the Pyrenees.

This easy hike south-east of Tarbes offers views of the Pic de Midi de Bigorre and Montaigu mountain ranges and takes you through typical Pyrenean villages. The hike follows sections of small roads with little traffic. The description and map are essential as there are many turn-offs.

Easy circular. Beautiful views of the Pyrenees. Hike on quiet roads. One section is on a dirt track.

A walk steeped in local history. Starting at a 12th-century Cistercian abbey, a pleasant path leads to the 14th-century Château de Mauvezin de Gaston Phébus. Take a break on this rocky outcrop, which offers remarkable 360° views. The return to the abbey follows a downhill path through the woods.

Orignac has a rich history, as evidenced by the Castériou site, believed to be an ancient Roman fortified camp. The 12th-century church, built on a hillock and surrounded by a circular cemetery, indicates the existence of a defensive enclosure in the Middle Ages. A lignite mine, south of the village, was in operation until 1947. Animal fossils have been found there. These include mammals, the oldest from the Tertiary period, including the gracile hipparion, ancestor of the horse.

This village was part of one of the five ancient châtellenies of Nébouzan, the châtellenie of Saint-Blancart. The church proudly bears the French motto Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité, a rare inscription on a church. All that remains of the castle known as Boussost are a few metres of foundations, close to the town hall, and the church bell tower is thought to be an ancient tower. Picnics are possible along the route.

The Lande de Franquevielle marks the end of the Lannemezan plateau and overlooks the Garonne valley, a river that flows from Spain. This village was part of one of the five former châtelleries of Nébouzan, the Châtellerie de Saint-Plancart. The church proudly bears the French motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity), a rare inscription on a church. All that remains of the castle known as "Boussost" are a few metres of foundations near the town hall, and the church bell tower is thought to be an ancient tower. There are two picnic areas.

This is a beautiful family circular on the heights of the village of Montgaillard. It will allow you to discover beautiful views of the Tarbes plain and the Haut-Adour valley, with the Pic du Midi de Bigorre and Montaigu as a backdrop! As you climb up to an ancient Roman oppidum, follow historic paths or stroll through the village streets, you will also get a glimpse of the region's past.

A loop with varied landscapes alternating between paths, tracks and trails. This route is designed to be educational, with each kilometre punctuated by a message about respect, difference, tolerance and secularism, making it an educational trail to share with children. Throughout the hike, there are designated rest areas (don't forget your picnic), views of the Pyrenees mountain range, and a pleasant loop to enjoy with family or friends.

Observe the traditional architecture of the Bigourdan houses in Orincles and their pebble walls along an easy route, which can be enjoyed by the whole family over half a day while strolling. From the top of the hills, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Pyrenees. This walk can be done in just under two hours at a brisk pace.