Route through the heath from Baladou

Circular route through the countryside between the village of Baladou and the hamlet of La Garrigue.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 6.44 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 00 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 56 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 55 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 275 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 224 m
  • ⚐ Country: France
  • ⚐ District: Baladou (46600)
  • ⚑
    Start/End: N 44.923807° / E 1.555454°
  • ❏
    IGN map(s): Ref. 2136ET
  • Hour-by-hour weather

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Description of the walk

Parking at the Baladou church car park.

(S/E) Go to the back of the car park, turn left and cross the D33 to take the Impasse des Canabals on the left. Continue along the grassy path that extends from it. At the end, turn left and continue to the D803. Cross it, as well as the old railway line on the right, to reach the path immediately to the left that runs parallel to it.

(1) Continue along this dirt track for 1 km, turn right, walk along the pasture on your right and continue along this path. At the junction with the small tarmac road, turn right and walk past the Bergerie de La Heath lodge.

(2) At the next junction, turn left. After 150 m, just after the small stone cross on the left, take the path on the right that leads to a small tarmac road. Follow it to the right until you reach a crossroads with a small iron cross.

(3) Continue straight ahead on the stone path for 500 metres until you reach another crossroads.

(4) Turn left. Continue straight ahead and rejoin the tarmac road.

(5) Cross the bridge over the old railway line and, at the junction with the D803 (Route de Gaillard), continue straight ahead.

(6) After 400 m, turn left onto the gravel path and follow it for about 1 km until you reach a crossroads.

(7) Turn left, join the tarmac road and turn right. Once you are opposite the school, turn left and head for the car park at Baladou church (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 240 m - Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption (Baladou)
  2. 1 : km 0.67 - alt. 234 m - Old railway line
  3. 2 : km 2.26 - alt. 260 m - Institute of Christ the King
  4. 3 : km 3.02 - alt. 254 m - Iron cross
  5. 4 : km 3.45 - alt. 244 m - Crossroads Rue du Mont Mercou / Jacqueblanc
  6. 5 : km 4.66 - alt. 258 m - Railway bridge
  7. 6 : km 5.09 - alt. 274 m - Fork in the road, left
  8. 7 : km 5.88 - alt. 252 m - Crossroads
  9. S/E : km 6.44 - alt. 240 m - Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption (Baladou)

Notes

In summer, this short hike can be done in the cool of the morning, but always carry water to stay hydrated throughout the walk, as there is plenty of shade.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 7 reviews

Reliability of the description
5 / 5
Ease of following the route
5 / 5
Route interest
4 / 5
Cs6946
Cs6946

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 18, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : Yes

Paths, roads, trails, ideal route for getting back into shape or enjoying time with the family. Some lovely views. Pleasant walk. I regret a little that the lower part of the route runs alongside the main road, which is a bit noisy. Otherwise, it's fine.

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jano le doc
jano le doc

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 20, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

We went hiking on Sunday. It's a route that isn't particularly interesting in terms of things to see, with just a few viewpoints, but it's great for peace and quiet, and very shady. The little village is quite nice.

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dnrphil
dnrphil

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A walk with no difficulty whatsoever.
Most of the route is partially shaded.
At the start, you walk alongside the old Souillac-Martel railway line, then veer off onto old dirt tracks that are in perfect condition.
You cross the railway line again via a road bridge and finish the walk in complete tranquillity.
If desired, from Point 6, you can continue on the Mas del Pech circular route, which is signposted with the same quality.
Thanks to the creator of this very enjoyable walk.

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61nogent64
61nogent64

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 13, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful hike with superb panoramic views.
Very well marked...yellow and blue.
Thank you, Visorando.

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Sand1
Sand1

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 21, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

A lovely little hike, mostly along sheltered paths. Very good signposting.

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Marcassin46
Marcassin46

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 13, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

6/7 km hike around Baladou. Very pleasant paths through woods and meadows. A few small, quiet tarmac roads. Perfectly marked route (yellow markings and signs), no risk of getting lost. Takes 1½ hours at a good pace. Suitable for families as there are no difficulties.

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jo1703
jo1703
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 07, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Hike on Saturday afternoon, 7 January 2023, completed in just under two hours.
This very pleasant and easy route is mainly through woods. Three hikes have been marked out by volunteers from the Baladou town hall, including this one called "route de la Garigue," which can be completed in its entirety thanks to the yellow markings and signage they have put in place. A second route created by the same people, the "Mas Delpech route," which is almost the same length, can certainly be combined with this one to extend the walking time a little. The third route, 18 km long, is called "Chemin Bleu" (Blue Path) because of the colour of its markings. The municipality of Baladou therefore offers a wealth of hiking trails. We haven't tried the last two yet, but judging by the scenery on the first one, they must be very pleasant. Descriptions of these trails can be found on the Town Hall website.
Enjoy your walks in the municipality of Baladou and thank you all.

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