Serrabonne ridge circular walk

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This circular route goes around the ridges of the Serrabone priory in the Eastern Pyrenees. Starting from the priory, the trail climbs to the right towards the ridges, then follows them before descending back to the priory. Landscape of moorland and heath in the mid-mountains. The hike can be continued with a visit to the Serrabone priory in the commune of Boule d'Amont.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 5.50 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 4h 05 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 1,765 ft
  • ↘
    Descent: - 1,749 ft
  • ▲
    Highest point: 3,369 ft
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    Lowest point: 1,831 ft
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Description of the walk

Park in the car park before the Serrabonne priory.

(S/E) With your back to the car park (toilets), turn right and head towards a crossroads.

(1) Take the middle marked trail, which climbs towards the ridges.

(2) Turn left and continue straight ahead, heading south-west. Join a path perpendicular to the ridge.

(3) Turn left, heading due south along the ridge, and arrive at Pic d'en Serradell.

(4) Keep going in the same direction and you will reach Coll de les Arques.

(5) Turn left and continue to the next pass, Coll de Saleig.

(6) Continue downhill until you reach a crossroads.

(7) Follow the path opposite, to the north-east, and reach the third pass, Coll de l'Aspic.

(8) Turn left, heading north-west, cross a first stream, and arrive at Còrrec de la Corbera.

(9) Cross this valley, turn right, and you will come to a road.

(10) Cross it and continue to the left until you reach Còrrec d'en Fines.

(11) Cross this gully and head right towards the trail junction you passed on the way there.

(1) Turn right and head towards the car park at Serrabonne Priory. (S/E)

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 1,946 ft - Visitor parking is compulsory.
  2. 1 : mi 0.12 - alt. 1,995 ft - Trail junction
  3. 2 : mi 0.34 - alt. 2,251 ft - Trail junction
  4. 3 : mi 1.14 - alt. 3,173 ft - Fork in the road
  5. 4 : mi 1.57 - alt. 3,360 ft - Pic d'en Serradell
  6. 5 : mi 1.99 - alt. 3,356 ft - Coll de les Arques
  7. 6 : mi 2.48 - alt. 2,907 ft - Coll de Saleig
  8. 7 : mi 3.33 - alt. 2,362 ft - Trail junction
  9. 8 : mi 3.65 - alt. 2,070 ft - Coll de l'Aspic
  10. 9 : mi 4.2 - alt. 1,831 ft - Correc de la Corbera
  11. 10 : mi 4.64 - alt. 2,149 ft - Road
  12. 11 : mi 5.13 - alt. 2,031 ft - Correc d'en Fines
  13. S/E : mi 5.5 - alt. 1,942 ft - Visitor parking required.

Notes

Walking shoes. Sweater. Windbreaker. Water. Sunglasses. Cap.

1:25,000 paper map. The route is marked in yellow.

Worth a visit

The Priory of Serrabonne is a former monastery located in the Pyrénées-Orientales region of France, near the town of Prades. It was founded in the 12th century by Benedictine monks and is nestled in a spectacular natural setting on a hill overlooking the valley. The site is notable for its Romanesque architecture, which reflects the style of the period.

The priory is noted for its church, which features interesting architectural elements such as barrel vaults and carved capitals. Over the centuries, the priory has undergone various stages of decline and restoration. It has also served as a refuge and place of worship for the inhabitants of the region.

Today, Serrabonne Priory is a historical and cultural site that attracts visitors for its architectural heritage and natural environment. It is a popular spot for hiking and sightseeing, offering magnificent views of the mountains and surrounding valley. Cultural events and festivals are sometimes organised on the site to showcase its history and beauty.

Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 5 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.5 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.6 / 5
Route interest
4.8 / 5
User 12551274

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 13, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk, taking you through woodland and along ridges with Mont Canigou in view, not to mention the snow well; and if you look closely, a dragon will be watching over your climb to Roca Roja. Of course, the route is still quite strenuous, but easy to follow if you stay alert.
The cairn at the blue van is hidden by vegetation, and the Serrabona/Boule d’Amont junction is obscured by track maintenance work. Despite the signpost, you’ll need to find the start of the path.
But it’s nothing too difficult.

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luctitine
luctitine

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 30, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely route, but unfortunately there’s a lack of information on which way to go; there are also lots of junctions along the way, and at one point in particular you really need to have the app open to avoid going the wrong way. Otherwise, it’s a very pleasant route that would benefit from a bit more maintenance and clearer signage.

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valf66
valf66

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 21, 2026
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A good climb from the start for about an hour, not too many views at this level but what a reward when you reach the first ridge: the Canigó is so close you could almost touch it.
Use the GPS track as there are no markings in some places.
Passages through different landscapes, which is quite disorienting (ridge, forest, stream crossing).
And a magnificent view of the Priory of Serrabonne on the last part.
I recommend this hike even if the road to get to the starting point is looooooong and winding lol.

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Vejapi
Vejapi

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 23, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

In February, this route is very quiet, easy to follow and not difficult despite the elevation gain at the start. There are beautiful views of the snow-capped Canigou on one side and the Roussillon plain stretching to the sea on the other. The magnificent Serrabonne Priory and its garden at the end of the route are well worth a visit.

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Frédéric66
Frédéric66

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 22, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Mainly open route to be done in spring or winter. Worthwhile for the beautiful views of the snow-capped Pyrenees and the Roussillon plain, and the beautiful priory site. Very reasonable elevation gain, but requires effort as it is concentrated at the beginning and end. Easy route to follow.

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