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Castries walks
The village of Castries, its castle, aqueduct and varied forests
Visorando Member
4.98 mi
+112 ft
-131 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Castries (Hérault)
The first third of the hike will take you to the castle, its large park and a small part of the old village. The rest of the hike will take you through various forests, a mixture of heath, pine forests, olive groves, etc. Along the way, you will cross the famous aqueduct several times, as well as some lesser-known places such as La Capelette and the old quarries.
A circular route through the heath starting from Castries
2.67 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Castries (Hérault)
This one-hour walk takes you past the Castries Aqueduct, the vineyards and the olive groves.
Castries Aqueduct Supply Canal
3.74 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Castries (Hérault)
This walk allows you to discover the canal that fed the Castries aqueduct. For several years, the Friends of Castries Castle have been clearing and restoring this remarkable heritage site. This aqueduct captures water from the Fontgrand Spring, located 6 km from the village. Marquis René Gaspard de la Croix called on Pierre Paul Riquet, who also built the Canal du Midi, to construct this hydraulic structure.
Walk along the Castries aqueduct and through the heath
3.58 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Castries (Hérault)
This walk will allow you to discover the Castries aqueduct in the section where its arches are highest, but also its path along the bottom of the hill at the end of the route before returning to the large arches of the aqueduct bridge.
You can also observe the diversity of the heath in Castries via wide paths and a few more discreet trails. The vegetation is a beautiful mix of heath and pine forest.
The tour of Bannières via the small paths
5.81 mi
+203 ft
-210 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Castries (Hérault)
This hike takes you on a grand tour of the Bannières plain. The old Pont des Tourilles bridge, the Source du Boulidou spring, the ruins of the Templar farm and, above all, varied forests and flora will be along the way.
This route deliberately takes small, unmarked and little-used paths.
Therefore, although the description may be sufficient, it is advisable to use the GPS function of the Visorando app to monitor your progress during the hike.
Heath and the historic centre of Castries
7.04 mi
+200 ft
-207 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Castries (Hérault)
A walk through the Castries scrubland, where you can admire the aqueduct, the Château de Castries and its distinctive water tower, visible for miles around, as well as the historic centre of this pretty village in the Hérault.
Castries - aqueduct 1
4.96 mi
+135 ft
-138 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Castries (Hérault)
This peaceful walk partly follows the Castries Aqueduct, built by Paul Riquet (architect of the Canal du Midi) and completed in 1676. This structure supplied water to the Château de Castries via 7 km of tunnels, trenches and aqueducts.
This hike also allows you to discover the ruins of the Pont des Tourilles bridge over the Cadoule, a remarkable little chapel, the Fondespierre departmental estate and a small drystone shelter nestled in a dry stone wall.
Map of Aïlas and Grand Montbeyre from Teyran
6.44 mi
+240 ft
-236 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Teyran (Hérault)
A beautiful hike through woods and vineyards to the east and north of Teyran, easily accessible even after heavy rain. Several car parks are available near the start. The paths are DFCI tracks or similar. Not recommended in hot weather as most of the route is uncovered.
Wine tour in Teyran
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.35 mi
+167 ft
-138 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Teyran (Hérault)
This short route of the commune of Teyran will take you to wine tasting cellars and show you around the old village.
The Quarry Trail
5.90 mi
+233 ft
-236 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Sussargues (Hérault)
A walk through the wild countryside around Castries, not far from Montpellier. You will discover quarries and some particularly interesting sculptures. You will walk through the undergrowth. An amazing route with many surprises in store.
The Plan d'Ailas loop
3.06 mi
+207 ft
-197 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Teyran (Hérault)
A family hike, originally marked in blue but with many markers removed by vandals. It will take you through the north-eastern part of the village of Teyran: the Plan d’Ailas. Beautiful view of Pic Saint-Loup and the Castries Aqueduct.
On the Grand Devès path from Guzargues
7.59 mi
+564 ft
-568 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Guzargues (Hérault)
A visit to the Grand Devès site from Guzargues. This hike will take you around Serre Rond, a hill combining heath and history, which was home to a German observation post from 1942 to 1944, the remains of which can still be seen today. Along the way, you will find the grave of the tracking dog Youki. You will then continue on your way towards Montaud and the source of the Cadoule before returning to your starting point.
Du château de Montlaur au Ruisseau du Braou
3.25 mi
+220 ft
-220 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Montaud (Hérault)
Du charmant petit hameau de Montlaur, on chemine parmi le vignoble et les oliveraies entrecoupés de bosquets. Depuis la crête de Coste Bertine, la vue s'étend au Sud vers le littoral et jusqu'au Ventoux à l'Est. On termine par la visite des ruines de ce fantastique château.
The Château de Montlaur from Montaud
8.56 mi
+656 ft
-673 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montaud (Hérault)
A hike along varied paths (heathland, undergrowth) starting from Montaud (Hérault) and passing along the edge of Saint-Bauzille-de-Montmel. It offers views of the ruins of Montlaur Castle nearby.
Circuit des arbres et poèmes au départ de Clapiers
5.98 mi
+377 ft
-367 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Clapiers (Hérault)
C’est au printemps que vous apprécierez le mieux cette randonnée. Circuit en forme de 8, une petite boucle et une grande boucle qui se croisent au départ et à l'arrivée. Au pied de chaque arbre se trouve un panneau explicatif accompagné d'un poème écrit par un auteur.
Candillargues, Étang de l'Or
7.58 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Candillargues (Hérault)
Natura 2000 site closed from 1 April to 30 June 2024
At the eastern end of the Étang de Mauguio, a multitude of marshes separated by canals are home to all kinds of birds from the Petite Camargue, a protected site of the Étang de l'Or.
Please note: access to the marshes is closed from 1 April to 30 June so that the birds can lay and hatch their eggs in peace.
The Muscat vineyards around Vérargues
5.24 mi
+105 ft
-108 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Vérargues (Hérault)
Set off to discover one of the treasures of the Lunel region: the Muscat Petit Grain wine-growing areas!
In the Lunel region, head to Vérargues for a bucolic and gourmet hike.
On the trail of the Romans
6.90 mi
+197 ft
-171 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saussines (Hérault)
This walk devoted to the discovery of Roman ruins will introduce you to two medieval Languedoc villages.The scrubland will bring you the fragrance of thyme and the landscapes will enchant photographers. Enjoy without moderation.
Note: To help with orientation, "tricky" sections have been highlighted with blue dotted markers.
Strolling through Montpellier of yesterday and today
4.45 mi
+102 ft
-135 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Montpellier (Hérault)
An urban hike that mainly follows pedestrian routes and allows you to discover the many facets of Montpellier. From the historic Écusson district, where you can wander through narrow streets, to the recently developed Antigone district with its ambitious architecture, you will encounter a rich and contrasting heritage.
Lac de Cécélés circular starting from Saint-Mathieu-de-Tréviers
9.57 mi
+860 ft
-850 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Mathieu-de-Tréviers (Hérault)
A beautiful hike with no difficulty except for the distance, with superb views of the Hortus, the Pic Saint-Loup and, above all, Lac de Cécélés at the start. The hike is classified as moderate because of the first descent into the forest, or rather into a stream bed, followed by a short climb after the point (6).
Lac de Cécélés from Saint-Mathieu-de-Tréviers
5.96 mi
+499 ft
-495 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Mathieu-de-Tréviers (Hérault)
A very pleasant hike starting from Saint-Mathieu-de-Tréviers, which will take you along the picturesque Lac de Cécélés while offering magnificent panoramic views of the two local giants, Pic Saint-Loup and Hortus.The hike is very accessible but there are a few steep sections.
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