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Col de l'Espérou(1329m) walks
Sporty loop around the Aigoual
Visorando Member
25.10 mi
+5,679 ft
-5,659 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
For experienced hikers, here is a 40 km loop starting from Valleraugue and reaching Aigoual via the famous 4,000 steps. It descends to Lac du Bonheur near Camprieu, then climbs back up to Espérou and ends along the ridges facing Mont Aigoual, which you will have discovered a few hours earlier.
This hike is not technically difficult but is very long with some steep sections and requires good stamina.
Circular route starting from L'Esperou in the Aigoual Massif
12.40 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,096 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Dourbies (Gard)
A hike in the heart of the Cévennes in the Mont Aigoual massif, where a variety of landscapes awaits you, depending on the slope—whether facing the Atlantic or the Mediterranean. You will pass through deciduous and coniferous forests and peat bogs, with the highlight, in fine weather, being a view stretching all the way to the sea as you cross the bridge over the Cascades d’Orgon.
The hike follows sections of thePR® trail marked in yellow andthe GR® trail in red and white. You will also be well guided by the signposts marking this circular route.
Walks near Col de l'Espérou(1329m)
In the Aigoual National Forest, starting from L'Espérou
6.78 mi
+633 ft
-1,352 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Dourbies (Gard)
The hike begins in the Cévennes National Park. This first stage takes place in the Aigoual State Forest, which forms part of the “Les Causses et les Cévennes” site, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We follow the drovers' road linking Languedoc to Aubrac, still used today by sheep to reach the summer pastures of the Aigoual.
Meyrueis – Hyelzas
8.77 mi
+1,401 ft
-538 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Meyrueis (Lozère)
Thisfirst stage of the Tour du Causse Méjean takes the hiker up onto the Causse from Meyrueis on the banks of the Jonte. A gentle climb to get you going, featuring a picturesque stretch before reaching the Causse, the Aven Armand, and a renowned cheese dairy at the entrance to the pretty hamlet of Hyelzas. If you arrive early enough, you may be able to visit the Ferme Caussenarde in Hyelzas.
From Meyrueis to Nivoliers via Aures
9.59 mi
+1,575 ft
-797 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Meyrueis (Lozère)
A stage that allows you to fully appreciate the wide open spaces of the Causse! A very pleasant walk, with some beautiful views along the edge of the plateau.
Puech Pounchut
5.53 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,191 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Meyrueis (Lozère)
This walk is located on the north side of the Aigoual massif in the Cevennes.
At the summit of the hike you will have a beautiful view of the Causse Mejean and the Valley of Jonte. On a clear day looking west you can see the Millau viaduct.
The Cirque de Navacelles from the Causse de Blandas
8.88 mi
+630 ft
-1,529 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Montdardier (Gard)
Between the Causse de Blandas and the Gorges de la Vis, the entire route lies within the “Causses and the Cévennes” site, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the drovers' road linking Languedoc to Aubrac, used by sheep to reach the summer pastures of Aigoual, take the time to observe the unique world of the Causse. To round off the day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Gorges de la Vis offered by the descent of the Travers de Navacelles.
