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Access to the start of the walk: see the ‘Practical Information’ section.
Park on the left, before a right-hand bend, next to a scrap metal enclosure, before crossing the Ruisseau du Brouilh. This car park is located at the end (of the road section) of the Route Forestière de l’Aya.
(S/E) Continue for a few metres along the road. (altitude 1307). Turn left immediately after crossing the Ruisseau du Brouilh. Note: the purple route on the IGN map is incorrect.
Follow the yellow markings towards Lac de Peyrelade. Climb up alongside the left bank of the stream. Ignore the first track on your right. Pass the altitude of 1326.
(1) At the fork (1345 m), head far to the right along a wide, grassy track. Follow an old yellow marker. Ignore the adjacent paths and tracks. Continue climbing along this wide, grassy track, which becomes obstructed by felled trees littering the original marked path.
(2) At the junction of tracks and paths (1500 m), turn left.
Caution: This is an open area. There are numerous possible routes. You must look out for the old yellow markings and cairns to find your way.
Continue climbing along a narrower, grassy track. Carry on climbing, following the yellow markings and cairns. The track then becomes stony. Continue climbing, looking out for the old yellow markings and cairns.
Note: the trails and paths shown on the IGN map are not up to date.
(3) At the fork, leave the track and turn right onto a path that climbs steeply through the forest. Continue along this very well-marked path. Follow the old yellow markings until you emerge from the forest. The view is now unobstructed (1,700 m). Pass through a wetland area and head left along a lovely grassy path, which winds its way up towards a ridge line. Note: the route shown on the IGN map is incorrect. Simply follow the yellow markings, which are in better condition in the summer pasture area.
(4) At the ruins of the Cabane de Lahus (1,780 m), take in the beautiful panoramic view before you: Montaigu, the ascent to Lac Bleu, Cabane de la Lit and the Hautacam.
From this summer pasture area (Clot dets Touts), continue due east, climbing along a well-marked path signposted in yellow. Sign on a rock: Peyrelade.
Warning: Do not follow the marked route under any circumstances: it is reserved for experienced walkers.
Pass the altitudes of 1,820 m and 1,891 m. Please note that at the start of the season there may still be some snowfields in this scree area. Continue climbing along this path as it winds through the mountain pasture.
(5) At the fork (1960 m), leave the yellow markings. Turn left, heading due east, onto a path very clearly marked on the ground. Then turn left again and follow a ridge path heading towards the summit, due north.
(6) At Cap de Labasset (2038 m), take in the 360° panoramic view. A well-deserved break is in order. Descend via the same ridge path towards the lake. Return to the previous fork.
(5) Climb slightly to the left to find clear yellow markings. Follow this route carefully to avoid further damaging the path, and make your way to Lac de Peyrelade.
(7) Take the opportunity to rest by the shores of the magnificent Lac de Peyrelade (1,919 m). It is now time to think about the return journey.
Follow the yellow markings, keeping to the right bank of the torrent. You simply need to follow the path, which is very well marked and signposted in yellow. You’ll pass through marshy areas and cross small streams. Take care, as the path is badly eroded in places. Return to the original junction.
(1) Fork in the path. Turn right, heading in the opposite direction to the outward journey. Head towards the car park, keeping to the left bank of the Ruisseau de Brouilh. Return to the starting car park (S/E).
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