Do not attempt this ridge hike in foggy or heavy rain.
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Follow the yellow markings.
(S/E) Departure from the Col du Couret (1,199 m), at a scrap metal enclosure. ¹
A sign indicates Croix du Béliou 1h30. The track climbs steeply and straight ahead, heading south-west.
(1) At the fork (Bousquet de la Glère), continue straight ahead, heading south, continuing to climb more gently (there should be a sign). Follow the yellow markings. Pass above the Las Aygues fountains and the yellow hut, which are below you on your left.
End of the yellow markings.
(2) Reach the Croix du Béliou (1550m). Turn right towards the west, climbing steeply up the summer pasture on the grassy ridge. Now follow the ridge.
(3) Arrive at Las Aygues at an altitude of 1679m and then descend towards a pass (1666m). The path, which is well marked in places, heads west-northwest. From this point, continue climbing steeply towards the highest point of this ridge, which is not dangerous.
(4) At around 1,740 metres, turn left towards the south-west, continuing to follow the same ridge as it climbs.
(5) You will reach the summit of La Peyre (1,821m). Continue for about 100 metres.
Find the yellow markings
Descend to the altitude of 1767m. The ridge then slopes to the right and heads west, climbing again before descending towards the Col de Colentous.
(6) At this pass (1733m), you can take a well-deserved break. There is a beautiful view of Montaigu.
From this pass, you can easily climb Pic de l'Oussouet (1,873m).
End of the yellow markings.
Turn right north-east, advancing a little to go around the hillock.
The well-marked path follows the side of the mountain, descending very slightly. Go around the ridge. Now, aim for the Cabane de Coumets. Simply descend by following the well-marked paths and trails. There are no off-trail passages.
(7) Arrive at the Cabane de Coumets or Labassère (1,511 m), where there is a flowing spring. Continue north towards the ruins of Courtaou. The well-marked path stays on the hillside above the forest, heading north-northeast. Pass the point at an altitude of 1428m. Continue on the well-marked path which descends and heads north for 150m. It then curves around the ridge. Stay above the forest. Pass the point at an altitude of 1384m and try to stay above the forest.
N.B. The map is inaccurate as the forest is growing.
The path enters the forest. Stay at the edge of the forest, in the summer pasture, going around the ridge. You will soon see the signpost at the junction of the climb. Descend towards this fork, following the well-marked animal tracks.
Find the yellow markings
(1) Turn left to follow the path in the opposite direction to the outward journey and return to your vehicle (S/E).
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