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Cailhau walks
Cailhau, in the footsteps of Achille Laugé
Visorando Member
4.18 mi
+213 ft
-230 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Cailhau (Aude)
This walk allows you to see reproductions of some of the works of Achille Laugé, a pointillist painter who died in 1944 after returning to the Aude region and who painted many landscapes around Cailhau, his village. There are six display stands showing Achille Lauger's paintings from the place where he created them. Enjoy a short 7 km hike.
The Cailhau Butterfly
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.92 mi
+371 ft
-371 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Cailhau (Aude)
Discover the beauty of the Razès and Malepère plains. Breathtaking, poetic views.
A walk through vineyards, olive groves, broom, forests and heaths around the magnificent little village of Cailhau. Set off to discover an exceptional natural and historical heritage.
Winegrowers’ Trail in Belvèze-du-Razès
11.42 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,230 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Belvèze-du-Razès (Aude)
Circular route through the heart of the vineyards in the Razés massif with magnificent views of the Pyrenees and the Montagne Noire. You pass through the villages of Belvéze-du-Razés, Routier and Alaigne.
The Lumberjacks’ Trail in Montréal
3.78 mi
+633 ft
-620 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Montréal (Aude) (Aude)
A pleasant, short family-friendly and educational route through the woodland in Montréal, home to its collegiate church.
Circular route south of Montréal in the Aude
4.76 mi
+358 ft
-351 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Montréal (Aude) (Aude)
This walk allows you to discover the village of Montréal with its collegiate church, narrow old streets and green, rolling countryside.
Landscapes and vineyards of Bas-Razès
Tourist office
10.78 mi
+840 ft
-830 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lasserre-de-Prouille (Aude)
Starting from Laserre-de-Prouille, set off along the paths through the vineyards of the Malepère appellation to discover four villages perched on their hills: Brézilhac, Ferran, Mazerolles-du-Razès and Lasserre-de-Prouille. Several panoramic views provide an insight into the landscape, which is marked by a wide variety of agricultural activities.
Yellow markings
Chemin des Pibouls
7.67 mi
+656 ft
-650 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Lasserre-de-Prouille (Aude)
Whether on foot or by mountain bike, this undulating walk through the vineyards of Malepère will reveal stunning views of the Pyrenees, as well as the Montagne Noire and the Lauragais plain. You’ll also visit three charming little villages known as ‘circulade’.This walk is not recommended in hot weather as there is no shade.
Walk between the villages of Lauraguel and Routier
4.96 mi
+190 ft
-184 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Lauraguel (Aude)
A lovely walk through the vineyards, in the heart of the Malepère wine region.
The Way of Saint Dominic from Montreal
9.58 mi
+528 ft
-541 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Montréal (Aude) (Aude)
Between vineyards and hills, hike in the footsteps of Saint Dominic: a shortened version of this legendary hike using theGR®® 78, the Piedmont Way of Saint James, starting from the pretty village of Montréal, renowned for its majestic collegiate church.
Yellow markings
Saint-Martin-de-Villereglan circular
5.78 mi
+577 ft
-597 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Villereglan (Aude)
In the Malepère region, a route through the vineyards of the same name with magnificent views of the Pyrenees.
Route du Pech de Mu
3.19 mi
+361 ft
-367 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Fenouillet-du-Razès (Aude)
On the Chemin du Piémont, the most Pyrenean route to Santiago de Compostela, between Fanjeaux and Mirepoix, here is a fairly easy circular walk to enjoy the countryside of the Razès, amongst vineyards, fields and woods, starting from a typical hilltop village built in a circular layout.Yellow markings (particularly when walking in the opposite direction).
On the trail of wild boar in the woods of Montclar
6.04 mi
+906 ft
-906 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Montclar (Aude) (Aude)
In a hilly landscape, this is a beautiful, shaded hike with wildlife in Mediterranean woods composed of holm oaks, pines and heather from the Malpère massif, which means "bad stone".
A small circular village on a hilltop in a peaceful, green setting.
The Way of St Dominic from Fanjeaux
9.13 mi
+984 ft
-984 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Fanjeaux (Aude)
Set off on the path once taken by Saint Dominic to reach the first monastery he founded in Prouille. Crossing the hills, the route reveals the wine-growing village of Lasserre-de-Prouille, a small "circulade" with a remarkable heritage.
This is a shortened version of the long route linking Fanjeaux to Montréal (30 km) via the GR® 78, the Piedmont route of the legendary pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela.
Yellow markings
Hille and Mont Carrière circular in Fanjeaux
7.51 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,096 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Fanjeaux (Aude)
In the Aude Cathar Country, the unspoilt village of Fanjeaux, perched on a hill (pech in Occitan), offers spectacular views of the countryside. The undulating route winds its way over the hills, dotted with numerous viewpoints, including Mont Carrière with its four orientation tables.
Red markings and "Circular de la Hille" sign.
Circular of Fount Picou
3.60 mi
+374 ft
-374 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Fanjeaux (Aude)
This circular loop, which starts along the tramway path, opens onto the hills of La Piège. It encircles a narrow valley that has always been farmland shared by the farmers living in the village. Each of the fields lined up in this way had access or a "step" from the path. A stone hut, flanked by the traditional cypress tree, allowed the farmer and his team to take a well-deserved rest once the "junte" was finished.
Blue markings
Circular Three Pechs from Cépie
4.57 mi
+764 ft
-751 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Cépie (Aude)
In the heart of Limouxin, the small village of Cépie offers magnificent views over the Aude valley during this hike.
Escueillens - Etang de la Pène, Bellegarde-du-Razès
4.81 mi
+266 ft
-282 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Escueillens-et-Saint-Just-de-Bélengard (Aude)
Route proposed during Rando Razès 2025 (short loop). Easy, family-friendly circuit completed with Joëlette wheelchairs during the event. The only "difficulty" is the section along the road at points (8) and (9).
Bram - Mirepoix Greenway
23.11 mi
+876 ft
-305 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bram (Aude)
Starting from the Circulade in Bram (a lovely warm-up ride through this unique and well-preserved heritage site), this route follows the path of an old railway line that once linked Bram to Mirepoix and Lavelanet, passing through the charming countryside of the Razès. The section between Bram and Mirepoix is fairly easy for all types of bike (a hybrid bike is best suited), and its high-quality surface is fairly new. However, thesecond section from Moulin Neuf to Lavelanet, which is older, is best tackled on a mountain bike.
From the Canal du Midi to the circular village of Bram
3.06 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Bram (Aude)
An easy family walk between the preserved centre of the old town of Bram and the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Following a secure greenway between the town and the canal, the route also takes in the canal towpath and a quiet little road. Strolling through the circular village is a pleasure: in this medieval village built in a circle, it is impossible to get lost. This preserved and enhanced heritage site is truly unique.
Orchid trail in Villasavary
5.90 mi
+853 ft
-846 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
The wild orchid discovery trail winds its way from the slopes of Mont Carrière to those of Les Canonges, offering a succession of hills and valleys where undergrowth, forests, cultivated areas, short, dry grasslands on limestone soil and wetlands alternate.
Wild orchids have made their home in this setting. However, few walkers pay attention to these sometimes tiny flowers, which rarely grow taller than 20 centimetres, in the early days of spring. Some are very concentrated, others much rarer, growing alone or scattered.
Picto Yellow Flower Markings
Les Dédales du Temps starting from Villasavary
6.33 mi
+804 ft
-801 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
Follow in the footsteps of Théodore Denille and discover the landscapes of Lauragais, the hills of Piège du Lauragais and the people who shaped its history. Find your way through the maze of wooded paths, take a few breaks to read the signs and admire the panoramic views, while learning to recognise orchids.
Red markings
Mont Carrière loop to Villasavary
6.36 mi
+994 ft
-1,017 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
A challenging forest circuit on hilly paths with sweeping views over the first hills of the Piège. It is an ideal training ground for keeping fit or preparing your legs for the mountains. Mont Carrière, the highlight of the walk, has four orientation tables, but it is not the only panoramic viewpoint on this circuit, which offers many beautiful sights.
