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Camarès walks
Walk between Dourdou and historic Camarès
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3.00 mi
+331 ft
-335 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Camarès (Aveyron)
Pleasant walk starting from the centre of Camarès (you can also start from the leisure centre car park) along the Dourdou river, passing through Camarès "Ville haute" (upper town), the ruins of the old fortified town, the castle currently being restored, the rose garden, and enjoy the panoramic view from the old bell tower.
A circular walk starting from Camarès to explore the Terres Rouges
4.84 mi
+469 ft
-486 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Camarès (Aveyron)
Another way to explore the Terres Rouges of the Rougier de Camarès.
Circular walk in Camarès via the lake, La Garde and the Roman road
2.72 mi
+404 ft
-404 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Camarès (Aveyron)
A walk suitable for everyone despite its 120-metre elevation gain. Along the route you will discover the Camarès water sports centre (in the summer season), its old streets leading up to the ancient castle, its monumental Virgin Mary statue, and its panoramic views of the village and the surrounding countryside.
Circular route from Camarès to Les Pradels starting from the lake
6.47 mi
+843 ft
-833 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Camarès (Aveyron)
If you love the countryside, beautiful views, discovering unusual sites, walking up and down hills; in short, breathing in the fresh air and enjoying the peace and quiet, this hike is sure to satisfy you.
Between Molière and Cazelle above Camarès
2.49 mi
+302 ft
-289 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Camarès (Aveyron)
A short walk offering views of Montaigut Castle, Campalvié and Gissac on the horizon, as well as a bird’s-eye view of the village of Camarès.
Ascent to the pumping station starting from Ouyre
2.42 mi
+525 ft
-692 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Camarès (Aveyron)
The walk starts from the Route de Camarès in Brusque, which passes through the hamlet of Ouyre. If you avoid days when there are pétanque tournaments, you’ll find a parking space at the side of the road.
In the red earth below Gissac
3.34 mi
+554 ft
-551 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Gissac (Aveyron)
A lovely climb through holm oaks, kermes oaks and broom.
Circular Andabre route via La Colombarié
1.91 mi
+167 ft
-171 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Gissac (Aveyron)
A short walk in the Rougier de Camarès at the foot of the village of Gissac and its castle. We are in the heart of the famous Rougier de Camarès, which has featured in television reports on several occasions. In fine weather, the scenery is beautiful and the tranquillity here is restful. Don’t be surprised to come across sheep; you are on their territory here.
The hamlets of Solages, Ginebret and Boutavy as seen from Faragous
2.95 mi
+276 ft
-279 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Montlaur (Aveyron) (Aveyron)
The walk is suitable for all types of walkers. Across gently rolling countryside, you can enjoy the natural surroundings and the peace and quiet. You’ll come across farm buildings, some in ruins and others still in use.
The Sylvanès trail
7.20 mi
+892 ft
-883 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sylvanès (Aveyron)
Through a coniferous forest, we discover the Russian Orthodox Chapel nestled in the heart of the woods, in an idyllic green setting. Time to pause and meditate on this magical place. Superb views. The trail is mainly woodland, which is pleasant in hot weather.
Circular Campels loop via Verrières
2.76 mi
+210 ft
-210 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Montlaur (Aveyron) (Aveyron)
This walk, with little change in altitude, offers a lesser-known side to the Rougier de Camarès canyons. It is a journey into the world of sheep and the farmers who work to supply milk to the cheese dairies.
A circular walk starting from Montlaur
5.71 mi
+413 ft
-443 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Montlaur (Aveyron) (Aveyron)
An easy route to explore a corner of Rougier.
Short route around the Dourdou in Brusque
3.38 mi
+387 ft
-394 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Brusque (Aveyron)
A short family hike in the upper Dourdou valley, in southern Aveyron, where water meets stone and the slopes are stony.
But above all, it is the village of Brusque, from ‘bruscas’ (heather), crowned by the ruins of its9th-century castle on its rocky outcrop, with its winding alleyways.
The Dourdou valley, the ridges and the summit of Merdelou
10.72 mi
+2,756 ft
-2,746 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Brusque (Aveyron)
Varied landscapes and numerous viewpoints. A few very steep climbs! Orientation table at the summit.
A few sections on roads in the valley and on tracks along the ridges (tracks built for the installation and maintenance of the wind turbines)
Rich and varied flora: in late April, a carpet of daffodils at the summit; in late June, a profusion of gentians, large daisies and… wild strawberries.
Maliver Route
5.02 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,703 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Brusque (Aveyron)
At the summit of Maliver (alt. 901m), there is a stunning viewpoint and an information board about the Haut Dourdou valley.
This route can be combined with the Dent de Saint-Jean route.
Circular route to the north-east of Mas de Montet to Belmont-sur-Rance
2.55 mi
+417 ft
-240 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Belmont-sur-Rance (Aveyron)
An unpretentious walk with little elevation gain. It offers a glimpse of a scattered rural landscape made up of isolated farmsteads amidst cultivated fields. Some buildings are in a state of disrepair, whilst others are still inhabited by farmers.
The Mont Grand circular loop from Versols
5.61 mi
+1,243 ft
-1,243 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Versols-et-Lapeyre (Aveyron)
A half-day walk that takes you from the medieval centre of the village of Versols and its castle (dating from the 11th century, with 15th- and 16th-century additions) through pastures, heaths and forests to discover the panoramic views offered by the climb up Mont Grand (677 m). Return to Versols via Notre-Dame du Cayla, a local place of pilgrimage, believed to date back to the 12th century.
The Graouzou Aqueduct
2.80 mi
+374 ft
-374 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Vabres-l'Abbaye (Aveyron)
At the start, the village of red sandstone offers a walk featuring medieval ruins and 19th-century buildings. The route is shaded by oak woods. The canal bridge halfway along the route now serves as a footbridge spanning the Graouzou.
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