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Bréau-et-Salagosse walks
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.
A walk around Le Vigan
Visorando Member 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.
Pic de Saint-Guiral and Lac des Pises
Visorando Member 
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.
The Cirque de Navacelles from the Causse de Blandas
Visorando Member 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.
The Airettes and Villaret passes, starting from the Aérium de Peyraube
Visorando Member 
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.
The Orgon Waterfalls and the André Chamson Monument
Visorando Member 
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.
Tour of the Lac des Pises
Visorando Member 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.
Saint-Guiral from the Col de l'Homme Mort
Association / Club / Walk leader 
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.
The Pic de Barette
Visorando Member 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
Visorando Member 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.
The Lingas Valley
Visorando Member 
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.
Camias and La Rouvierette loop from Les Quatre Chemins
Visorando Member 
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.
Anjeau Cave from Saint-Laurent-le-Minier
Visorando Member 
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
Corniche de la Vis starting from Blandas
Association / Club / Walk leader 
6.39 mi
+646 ft
-627 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Blandas (Gard)
From the cliff top, there is an exceptional view over the Cirque de Navacelles.
The Blandas plateau is at an average altitude of 700 metres, offering unobstructed views of the surrounding region. The vegetation is constantly changing, with black pines, cedars, box trees and meadows. This plateau also conceals many prehistoric remains.
Circular walk from Saint-André-de-Majencoules via the Chemin des Baigneurs
Visorando Member 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
Visorando Member 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).
Cirque de Navacelles
Visorando Member 
9.92 mi
+1,302 ft
-1,398 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Blandas (Gard)
A spectacular cirque with breathtaking views.
The 4,000 steps and return via Aire de Côte
Visorando Member 
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.
The Cirque de Navacelles
Visorando Member 
5.80 mi
+794 ft
-804 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-Navacelles (Hérault)
This walk takes place entirely within the "Les Causses et les Cévennes" site, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Navacelles, you climb up the Gorges de la Vis to its resurgence. After visiting the Moulins de la Foux, the return journey halfway up the southern slope of the Causse de Blandas offers spectacular views of the Gorges de la Vis and the Cirque de Navacelles.
You have to walk in the Cirque de Navacelles at least once in your life, that's all there is to it! Don't think twice: just go!
The Cirque de Vissec and the Mills of La Foux
Visorando Member 
10.70 mi
+1,959 ft
-1,939 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-Navacelles (Hérault)
A beautiful hike in a magnificent setting, with one of the most beautiful cirques in the region and the resurgence of the Vis.
Village and terraces of Valleraugue
Visorando Member 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
Visorando Member 
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.
Pic d'Anjeau from Gorniès
Visorando Member 
7.13 mi
+2,205 ft
-2,218 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Gorniès (Hérault)
This hike is a simple round trip, allowing you to reach the summit of Pic d'Anjeau from Gorniès. At the summit, there is a magnificent view of the Aigoual massif on one side and the lakes and the sea on the other in clear weather.