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Coupiac walks
Hills and valleys around Coupiac
Visorando Member
10.98 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,739 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Coupiac (Aveyron)
This route, set amid stone landscapes and valleys, allows you to discover the Occitan crosses that mark the entire route around Coupiac and its castle. A patchwork of hills and valleys along the route will delight the eye.
From Lincou to Brousse-Le-Château, following the river...
8.02 mi
+331 ft
-322 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
A very pleasant stroll, there and back along the banks of the River Tarn, connecting two charming villages: Lincou and Brousse-le-Château. The latter is listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France".
The banks of the Tarn, my way, starting from Lincou
9.39 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,529 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
Beautiful views over the Tarn valley and charming villages: Lincou, Connac, Lavabre.
The last three kilometres are a very pleasant stroll along the Tarn. Beautiful stone crosses all along the route. Yellow markings on certain sections of the path.
The Corniches du Tarn in Fraissines
5.38 mi
+814 ft
-791 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Fraissines (Tarn)
Fraissines is a small village overlooking the Tarn valley. Balcony paths wind their way up the steep slopes covered with tree heath. This ancient path once linked the villages of Trébas and Combradet. Viewpoints over the Tarn and Aveyron valleys, a spring, a waterfall and abundant, varied vegetation enhance this pretty route.
Yellow markings.
Combradet Trail
5.81 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,089 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
Combradet, a hamlet in the commune of Réquista, is built on a ridge overlooking the La Croux Dam on the River Tarn.This circular walk offers numerous views of the Tarn valley.
Saint-Igest trail in the Tarn valley
6.47 mi
+1,421 ft
-1,437 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montclar (Aveyron) (Aveyron)
Overhanging path offering magnificent views of the Tarn valley, Brousse-le-Château and the Lévézou.
Yellow markings along the entire route.
Brousse-le-Château along the Tarn valley
4.96 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,109 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Brousse-le-Château (Aveyron)
Perched on a rocky promontory, at the confluence of the Tarn and Alrance rivers, the magnificent small village of Brousse-le-Château is noted for its exceptional location.
Circular walk starting from Lavabre, in the commune of Connac
5.91 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,161 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Connac (Aveyron)
A former vineyard belonging to Vabres Abbey, the site of a major battle against the Norman invaders in 864,
you start this walk in the hamlet of Lavabre, where an old Templar barn still stands.
On the hillsides of Trébas
8.11 mi
+1,312 ft
-1,306 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Trébas (Tarn)
A walk to discover the local heritage above Trébas.
A route that takes you through rural landscapes and lush woodlands.
A circuit from Saint-Sernin-sur-Rance
8.84 mi
+1,565 ft
-1,552 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sernin-sur-Rance (Aveyron)
This hike, mostly in tree-shade, takes you through coombs and valleys to the south of Saint-Sernin-sur-Rance. Beautiful paths, some of them forgotten or seldom used, add a pleasant touch of wilderness. A breath of fresh air in absolute calm, in an unspoilt natural setting, not forgetting the two menhir statues at Pousthomy, which add a touch of historical interest to this walk.
The hilly Tarn, Malagousse valley
8.62 mi
+1,486 ft
-1,496 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Curvalle (Tarn)
Hike in the hills above the Malagousse stream valley, with a detour to the village of Saint-André, then a climb to the top of a small hill for a view of the Tarn valley.
The rolling Tarn, Négoriou and Merlassou valleys
6.81 mi
+1,365 ft
-1,365 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Curvalle (Tarn)
A slightly longer variation of the "Sentier des Sources" hike is available in the commune of Trébas. It passes by an old mineral water spring and climbs to the heights for a view of the Tarn valley. The route starts in Villeneuve, allowing you to cross the bridge over the river.
Hills and valleys in Villeneuve-sur-Tarn
10.18 mi
+1,762 ft
-1,778 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Curvalle (Tarn)
A mainly woodland walk leading up to the heights of Villeneuve-sur-Tarn, from where the view stretches over the surrounding hills and the Tarn valley. Small valleys and refreshing streams are also part of this pleasant route, suitable for all seasons. Summer is particularly recommended as the woods offer welcome shelter, and the return journey along the Tarn may provide an opportunity for a swim to round off the day in style.
Route of nature and heritage around the Rance starting from Pousthomy
11.56 mi
+2,093 ft
-2,100 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Pousthomy (Aveyron)
Starting from the small village of Pousthomy, this walk alternates between sections through woodland and along the ridge, where the view opens up to 360°. In terms of heritage, the Monastery of Notre-Dame d’Orient at the start of the route, three menhir statues along the way and a visit to Combret at its remarkable site will delight lovers of beautiful stonework and provide an excellent addition to this nature walk.
The Château de Saint-Izaire trail
10.39 mi
+1,188 ft
-1,168 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Izaire (Aveyron)
In the heart of the Rougier de Camarès and crossed by the Dourdou, the medieval village of Saint-Izaire welcomes us with its imposing suspension bridge, its red sandstone church and its 14th-century castle (former residence of the bishops of Vabres l'Abbaye). You will be charmed by this delightful village, where the sun gives the red stone facades a flamboyant appearance.
Wind turbines at the mill in Assac
3.29 mi
+663 ft
-663 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Assac (Tarn)
A shaded descent takes you to the Gaycre stream, which you follow for a while to the murmur of the water and the song of the birds, then wide paths lead back up to the Assac plateau.
Yellow markings
The mountain trail starting from Montfranc
5.49 mi
+630 ft
-607 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Montfranc (Aveyron)
Perched on a plateau at over 800m, Montfranc and the spire of its mountain-style church look out towards the Tarn and the Aveyron. A short, unpretentious walk, with lovely paths and views of the Monts de Lacaune.
From Bonneval to the banks of the Tarn via Saint-André
10.01 mi
+1,864 ft
-1,857 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ambialet (Tarn)
This is a trail with varied landscapes that takes walkers from the heights of Saint-André to the banks of the Tarn. You will follow theGR®36for half of the route.
On the paths of the women of the earth, starting from Viala du Dourdou.
4.32 mi
+653 ft
-676 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Calmels-et-le-Viala (Aveyron)
In the heart of the Rougier, the village of Viala du Dourdou, in a dominant position, offers easy hiking and surprising views in the Grands Causses Regional Natural Park.
Circuit around Combret-sur-Rance
10.31 mi
+1,762 ft
-1,749 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Combret (Aveyron)
Very interesting hike as much for the landscapes (Rance valley, Rougier de Camarès) as for the culture (village of Combret, Notre-Dame d'Orient, numerous crosses).
Some portions on tarmac, but with the magnificence of the small paths and the beauty of the landscape, you'll quickly forget them.
Chevreuil trail
6.95 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,211 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Paulinet (Tarn)
A circular route that will take you through small villages, charming hamlets, rivers, woods and peaceful landscapes. Majestic sites (such as the Oulas Gorges, Paulin Castle and the valley of the three rivers at Saint-Jean de Jeannes) can round off the day. This is the land of the sheep that provide the milk for Roquefort cheese.
The Deer Trail (long version)
11.32 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,103 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Paulinet (Tarn)
This route offers a wide variety of landscapes: fields, meadows, rivers and forests. Numerous crossings of valleys through which tributaries of the Dadou flow make this hike quite physically demanding. The villages on the hilltops, ridges or valley floors bear witness to farming and livestock rearing that is still active amidst unspoilt nature.
This route combines the Chemin des Bergers in the north with the Sentier du Chevreuil in the south, already described on Visorando, returning via theGR® 36.
Les Raspes du Tarn
10.30 mi
+3,123 ft
-3,104 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Le Truel (Aveyron)
This route alternates between climbs (sometimes steep...), descents (just as steep...!), narrow paths and tracks, and a bit of road too.
You pass through steep-sided valleys and very pretty hilltop villages, and most of the time you walk along a balcony-like path above the Tarn, a river with emerald-green waters (well, almost...).
From the dam to the Tower in Villefranche-de-Panat
9.48 mi
+856 ft
-846 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Villefranche-de-Panat (Aveyron)
A contrasting walk, between panoramic views from a historic hilltop site and the shores of Lake Villefranche, with its footpath passing through the green landscapes typical of the Lévézou.
Moderator's note problem with the passage between (9) and (10), see the notice dated 14/07/2022, and the description between (8) and (9).
By the hills and dales around Belmont-sur-Rance
5.55 mi
+955 ft
-955 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Belmont-sur-Rance (Aveyron)
In the shade of the pink sandstone collegiate church and the surrounding woods, a peaceful escape on bushy paths, mills and hamlets, forest trails wind their way along the river Rance.
Yellow markings and a ford on the Rance.
⚠️To be avoided in periods of heavy rain, otherwise one passes at ease by taking off one's shoes.