Brissac walks

Brissac Park is home to numerous springs that form the Avèze River, creating a haven of coolness. The eastern slope of Bois de Long is home to karstic caves and sinkholes. On our route, we will visit the Aven de la Dame, the Bois Long cave and the Rabanel chasm.

This is an easy hike offering sweeping panoramic views of the Buèges and Hérault valleys and the Vis Gorges. The route is straightforward.

This hike will take you to the highest point of the Séranne mountain, the Roc Blanc. Throughout the hike, you will enjoy wide panoramic views of the Buèges and Hérault valleys, the Gorges de la Vis, the Pic Saint-Loup and the Hortus.

A short but fairly difficult hike offering exceptional views of the Gorges de l'Hérault. The climb is on a shady but stony path to reach the vertiginous edge of a cliff. The route is generally well marked except for one section. Moderator's warning on 02/04/2021: Caution! Some sections are overgrown with vegetation; see the reviews of this hike at the bottom of the page

In the Cardonille massif, south of Ganges, this lovely hike offers beautiful panoramic views of the Cévennes, Mont Aigoual and the Thaurac plateau with its Grotte des Demoiselles. It then approaches the banks of the Hérault via shaded paths and trails, offering a real haven of coolness in the summer. The circuit, which sometimes runs along a balcony, offers beautiful views of the river and its meanders before reaching the picturesque Moulin de Clauzel.

A short family hike offering panoramic views of the village of Saint-Bauzille-de-Putois and the Gorges de l'Hérault.The climb is steep but short.

From the village of Laroque, take a tour of the Thaurac plateau and its many karstic caves.

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.

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

A beautiful walk for the whole family that leads to a spring through the heath.

In this heath area, the Lamalou, a small tributary of the Hérault, has carved out a narrow canyon bordered in places by high cliffs. The bed of this temporary watercourse, the focal point of your hike, hides wonders, the highlight of which is a superb natural arch. Although this watercourse is dry for much of the year, as soon as the first rains fall, it can become a veritable torrent: do not cross it when the water is high. Located in the heart of the Gorges de l'Hérault, a listed site with the Grand Site de France label, and two Natura 2000 sites, the Ravin des Arcs is recognised for its high environmental and landscape value. It is home to several endangered species. It is forbidden to leave the marked trail from 15 January to 30 June: this sensitive natural site is protected by a prefectural decree for the protection of biotopes.

This is a magnificent hike in the hills above Saint-Jean-de-Buèges and its valley. The village is worth exploring on the way back. The Buèges valley is well worth a visit. We enjoyed repeating this hike in January 2025. Cold weather but bright sunshine. No notable changes except for a new muddy patch at point 6 and the absence of the pierced rock at point 5. The hike is almost entirely on a balcony, so you'll be in the sun.

A walk downstream along the banks of the Buèges is a bucolic, relaxing route that will delight the uninitiated. Blend into the landscape where nature, in season, displays its thousand colours and seasonal scents, offering a changing and picturesque landscape in all its generosity. The area is cool and the silent, blue-coloured river is ideal for swimming. Pass through the medieval village of Saint-Jean-de-Buèges, which you can visit if you wish.

From the beautiful village of Saint-Jean-de-Buèges, set off to explore the Séranne plateau along paths that are paved with slanting stones in places. After passing through Peyre Martine and the Cirque de la Séranne, the trail takes you back to Pégairolles-de-Buèges where you will discover the source of the Buèges.

Take a short tour of the Gorges de la Buèges and, in summer, enjoy this beautiful clear river to cool off.

Mont Haut, isolated between the Alzon valley and the Pompignan plain, offers breathtaking views of the entire Cévennes region as far as the Aigoual massif. Hidden away in its holm oak woods is a hermitage, a true haven of peace.

This circular route around the Cirque de la Séranne offers magnificent views of the villages of Pégairolles and Saint-Jean-de-Buèges. It can be walked in either direction. The entire route is signposted and the paths are well maintained.

This short hike will take you to a remarkable site off the beaten track. From the charming Saint-Étienne de Gabriac chapel, the trail takes you to the banks of the Lamalou before reaching impressive strata of white limestone. These very thick strata have staggered ridges and form a huge staircase, hence the name of the site. This hike must be done in sunny weather to admire the dazzling whiteness of these rocks.

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 Source de la Buèges and the hamlet of Le Méjanel. Crossing the Cirque de la Séranne with views of part of the Buèges valley and the picturesque village of Pégairolles-de-Buèges. Reach the ridges and theGR® 74. Visit the Susterragne Cave. Walk in the footsteps of the former inhabitants of Mas Vieux and Larret. Cross the Séranne and Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert National Forest. Then reach the Source de la Buèges via the stream path.

The hamlet of Cézas, in the commune of Sumène, clings to an altitude of 650 m between the Cagnasses and Fage mountains, in the heart of a national forest. This short mid-mountain route alternates between numerous shaded passages and views of the Cévennes and beyond. On the way, a visit to the 12th-century Priory of Saint-Martin is a must, offering a peaceful spot for a picnic.

This moderately difficult hike offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and Saint-Roman de Codières from the ridge of the Montagne de la Fage.

A very beautiful walk, fairly short but quite strenuous. Please note that some sections are steep and are not recommended for those prone to vertigo.