Route to discover the trees, shrubs and small trees of Espédaillac

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This route introduces you to around twenty trees, shrubs and small trees found on the Causse.
At the foot of each one, you’ll find a sign indicating the tree’s name.
You’ll also find a QR code which you can scan using your smartphone.
See the ‘Practical Information’ section.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 1.55 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 0h 45 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 49 ft
  • ↘
    Descent: - 66 ft
  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,171 ft
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 1,076 ft
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towards Mas de Cormes
Landscape of the Causse
The square at the Mas de Mérigues
Juniper tree at Mas de Mérigues

Description of the walk

The start sign is situated at the foot of the horse chestnut tree opposite L’Oustal.
This sign contains a QR code which you can scan to hear a voice message providing explanations and a welcome.

(S/E) The route is signposted with special green arrows featuring a tree symbol
Head south-west.

(1) Head towards the Mas de Cormès.

(2) Turn right after Mas Cormès.

(3) Turn left onto the D40 towards (S/E).

  • The sign marking the end of the route is located in front of the entrance to the community hall; there are tables where you can enjoy a picnic before setting off.

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 1,122 ft - L’Oustal
  2. 1 : mi 0.24 - alt. 1,148 ft - Towards Mas de Cormès
  3. 2 : mi 0.42 - alt. 1,155 ft - Mas de Cormès. Turn right
  4. 3 : mi 1.21 - alt. 1,079 ft - D 40. Turn left
  5. S/E : mi 1.55 - alt. 1,122 ft - L’Oustal

Notes

Public toilets are open at L’Oustal.

The QR codes will allow you to view an information sheet in French or English.

Worth a visit

Picnic tables are available in front of the community hall.

Reviews and comments

4.5 / 5
Based on 2 reviews
Reliability of the description
5 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4 / 5
Rando12142
Rando12142

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 28, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

A short, very easy family walk that’s well signposted; half in the shade, half in the sun; it’s missing a few information boards.

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beauvillage
beauvillage

Overall rating : 5 / 5

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

A pleasant, flat and informative route, which can be extended via other paths.

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