Chemin Dels Galloromans

The Dels Galloromans trail begins in the village of Lamillarié. The name of this hike comes from its rich Gallo-Roman past. The Roman road that came from Albi and followed the ridges to Castres gives us an insight into the wealth of yesterday. Several sites have been discovered in this countryside, from where you can see the Pic du Caylou and the Montagne Noire in the distance.

Trail of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 8.32 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 45 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 135 m
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    Descent: - 135 m

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    Highest point: 304 m
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    Lowest point: 240 m

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Description of the walk

Parking: Lamillarié Town Hall car park (81120).

(S/E) Head north-west towards La Trivalle to join the D96.

(1) Turn right, then take the road on the left towards Bugarel. Drive through the hamlet.

(2) At elevation 282, take the path on the left towards Prat Neuf (old Roman road, heading south-west). Follow the path for about 3km to the hamlet of Marin, passing the restored wash house.

(3) Turn right onto the D96 towards Puech Jouy. Drive through the hamlet.

(4) After Puech Jouy, take the road on the left towards Medalle and Merle (eastbound). Continue for about 1 km until you reach the Puech Rouge crossroads.

(5) Turn left (northbound) and continue for 600 m (you can join the Lombers Roman trail on the right for an additional 7.5 km circular).

(6) At a bend, take a path on the right that passes through a wooded area (this path is not shown on the IGN map but is marked on the OSM map). Once you reach the road, turn right to reach La Rigaille.

(7) Take the dirt track on the right (south-west direction) before the ruins, then turn left before descending to Rivels (watch out for beehives).

(8) In Rivels, take the road on the left for 100 m before continuing straight ahead on a dirt track towards Borio Blanquo, which you cross.

(9) After Borio Blanquo, turn left and take the path that leads to Les Combettes (path not shown on the IGN map but marked on the OSM map). Turn right, then right again and, in the bend, leave the road and take the path opposite, which leads to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 288 m - Lamillarié Town Hall car park (81120)
  2. 1 : km 0.36 - alt. 285 m - D96, on the right
  3. 2 : km 1.18 - alt. 281 m - Cote 282, on the left heading south-west
  4. 3 : km 3.22 - alt. 291 m - Marin
  5. 4 : km 3.89 - alt. 285 m - Road on the left, heading east
  6. 5 : km 4.91 - alt. 276 m - Puech Rouge, on the left, heading north
  7. 6 : km 5.44 - alt. 303 m - Path on the right
  8. 7 : km 6.18 - alt. 284 m - La Rigaille
  9. 8 : km 6.88 - alt. 241 m - Rivels, road on the left
  10. 9 : km 7.7 - alt. 268 m - Chemin des Combettes on the left
  11. S/E : km 8.32 - alt. 288 m - Lamillarié Town Hall car park (81120)

Notes

Alternative route: at (3), take a shortcut by turning left then right to reach (6).

Tarn Tourist Office
8, Place de la République
81120 Réalmont - Tel. 05 63 79 05 45

Montrdedon-Labessonnié welcome point
2 avenue des Pyrénées
81360 Montredon-Labessonnié
Tel.

Reviews and comments

4.5 / 5
Based on 11 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5
Route interest
3.9 / 5
SMeredith
SMeredith

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant route around Lamillarié, crossing gentle fields and valleys.
Easy walk.

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jean-jacques
jean-jacques

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 01, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

This path is very easy to follow and well marked. However, as it passes through farms and residential areas, you mustn't be afraid of dogs...
In addition, some paths are not maintained, making it difficult to see the way...
Finally, apart from some rural landscapes, it is not exceptional, especially as there is quite a lot of tarmac...

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Mamitatren
Mamitatren

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 09, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

It is a very easy route to follow, with no problems whatsoever. There were a few muddy sections due to heavy rain in the previous days, but we were prepared for this and had the right equipment! We enjoyed the rolling landscapes of this region and the birdsong!

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Vendinielle
Vendinielle

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 16, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant, peaceful and rural route. Completed in less than two hours.
Numerous fields – it's ploughing season – and beautiful horizons, mainly between points 4 and 6. The little path between points 6 and 7 is a pleasant surprise, offering beautiful views between the trees. At point 5, you join the Sentier des Romains (signposted), not to be confused with this route.
Best done at the end of winter or in spring.

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victoriris
victoriris

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 08, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant route near Albi. I would add that it is a little tricky as there are no landmarks at the ruins, which you can only see when you are directly underneath them.

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jf81
jf81

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 18, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A few roads suitable for vehicles, but not frequently used.
Very beautiful Gallo-Roman road. Lovely path under the trees.
A few uncertainties about which path to take, but in the absence of landmarks (once or twice), just keep going straight ahead. Overall, it's not difficult to find and there are several signs indicating the path.
And with the IGN app, we feel quite comfortable. I recommend it.
Allow between 1 hour 45 minutes and 2 hours without stopping.
Beautiful scenery at times.
Thank you to those who provide us with these hiking trails.

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bricoleurconfirme
bricoleurconfirme

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 22, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

On a day when the sun played hide-and-seek with the clouds, we didn't suffer from the heat. We are always surprised by the estimated times given, as we completed the circular route in 1 hour 45 minutes. Despite passing through many paved sections, the route is pleasant.

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paulin1951
paulin1951

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 23, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

A nice little hike, but best done in good weather as some sections are steep-sided and retain water!

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Cathypiemar
Cathypiemar

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 05, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

It's a very beautiful hike. The paths are pleasant, with a short stretch through a farm at the end of the route that's a little unusual but otherwise very interesting. You can easily park in front of the town hall.

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Office de Tourisme Centre Tarn
Office de Tourisme Centre Tarn

Hello,

Thank you for your feedback. Do you have any idea where the signs are missing?

Kind regards.

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Cussac J.
Cussac J.

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 21, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Good hike for winter and not complicated.
Be aware that some signs are missing, probably due to the season, but it's nothing serious.

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jaja81
jaja81

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 15, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

A lovely little family walk, with a wide path that remains accessible even after heavy rain.

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