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Espezel walks
From Roquefeuil to Pic du Midi
Visorando Member
6.78 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,411 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Roquefeuil (Aude)
A beautiful hike in the Pays de Sault starting from Roquefeuil with climbs up Pic des Sarrasis and Pic du Midi offering stunning panoramic views.
The Barrenc de Picaussel chasm from Belvis
6.58 mi
+830 ft
-827 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Belvis (Aude)
This easy hike takes you through the woods above Belvis, alternating between footpaths and forest roads. There are some beautiful views of the region, as well as the Barrenc de Picaussel chasm. The chasm, located at the edge of the path, is very well secured (barriers and gates prevent accidents).
Pic de l'Ourtiset
4.02 mi
+1,509 ft
-1,506 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Mazuby (Aude)
This route takes you through an exceptional site with its mountain landscapes, fauna and flora. From the summit, you can see the whole of the Pays de Sault, the Ariège and Catalan Pyrenees and, if visibility is good, the Pic de Bugarach above the Carcassonne plain and the Montagne Noire.
Pic des Rives
3.61 mi
+1,358 ft
-1,358 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Belcaire (Aude)
A beautiful circular starting from Lake Belcaire, towards Pic des Rives (1,436 m), which offers a magnificent panorama of the Pyrenees peaks and Bugarach in the Aude. A shorter alternative route is possible by descending after the bench (3); it offers a view of the lake and Belcaire: the route can then be taken in the opposite direction.
The Picaussel Maquis as seen from Lescale
6.39 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,680 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Puivert (Aude)
Set off on an exceptional commemorative walk in the footsteps of the Picaussel Maquis through forests and lush vegetation. This circular route does not follow the classic route back, but instead takes you to discover the Refuge du Maquis, the Maquis Memorial and the village of La Malayrède.
Warning! The climb up to the command post includes some very steep sections, as does the descent from La Malayrède: make sure you’re wearing sturdy footwear! Some sections are not signposted!
Roc de Quercourt
8.61 mi
+2,129 ft
-2,133 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Camurac (Aude)
Peaks do not need to be very high or steep to offer breathtaking views. The Roc de Quercourt, which marks the highest point of the Montaillou mountain south of Camurac, is a fine example of this. After passing through the forest, this mid-mountain route follows wide grassy ridges, giving you plenty of opportunity to enjoy the exceptional views of the Tabe mountain and the Ariège Pyrenees.
Balcon de Sémeno
Association / Club / Walk leader
3.48 mi
+394 ft
-371 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Camurac (Aude)
This route is one of four hiking trails maintained and promoted by the Association les Caminaïres de Comus. Starting from the village of Camurac,the first part of this loop overlooks the village, offering superb panoramic views. Several benches have been installed along the route. This hike is also accessible by mountain bike and snowshoes.
Pic de Tarbésou and Étang Noir from Col de Pailhères
5.24 mi
+2,087 ft
-2,073 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ascou (Ariège)
An easy hike from the Col de Pailhères. Magnificent 360° panorama from the summit of Tarbésou (2,364 m), then descent into a slightly more mineral landscape towards the Étang Noir de Rabassoles. The climb up to the Col de la Coumeilles de l'Ours is fairly quick, then a gentle descent back to the Col de Pailhères through the mountain pines.
Pic de Tarbesou and the Rabassoles Lakes
7.67 mi
+2,060 ft
-4,078 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Ascou (Ariège)
A beautiful hike not far from the Ascou-Pailhères resort. On the agenda are the magnificent Pic de Tarbesou viewpoint (2364m) and the three Rabassoles lakes. To spice things up, the last part requires good navigation skills to find your way.
The Pic de Tarbésou and Étangs de Rabassoles loop
8.00 mi
+2,661 ft
-2,631 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Ascou (Ariège)
A circular hike around the Étangs de Rabassoles lakes via the Pic de Tarbésou (2,364 metres), which offers magnificent views of the surrounding 2,000-metre peaks.
The Pic de Tarbésou loop
6.71 mi
+2,388 ft
-2,388 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ascou (Ariège)
This summit is a magnificent viewpoint overlooking much of the Aude, the Pyrénées-Orientales and the Ariège. This ridge walk takes you to the Étang Noir and Étang Bleu lakes. These lakes are bordered by small pine groves where you can relax.
Pic de Tarbésou from the Mijanès ski resort
9.49 mi
+2,999 ft
-2,982 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Mijanès (Ariège)
The Pic de Tarbésou circular route, starting from the Mijanès ski resort, passing by:Étang de Rabassoles,Étang Noir,Étang Bleu,the Col de la Coumeille de l'Ours,Pic de TarbésouReturn via the Crête de Mounégou.
Circular above the Col du Pradel
4.59 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,138 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ascou (Ariège)
A short circular half-day loop starting from a little-known pass between Aude and Ariège, with magnificent views. Recommended in spring (as soon as the snow has melted) and autumn, or even in summer if it is not too hot.
Tour of Donezan
10.74 mi
+1,726 ft
-1,703 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rouze (Ariège)
This hike is best done at the end of October. If the weather is favourable, the "French Quebec" will dazzle you with its autumn colours. But there's nothing to stop you coming back in spring or summer. There are some beautiful views of the plateau and its villages: Rouze, Mijanes, Artigues, Le Pla, Le Puch, Quérigut and the peaks overlooking Donezan. The first half of the route follows the Vauban trail.
Circular route from Puivert to Nébias
9.83 mi
+679 ft
-659 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Puivert (Aude)
This circular route takes you past the foot of the Cathar castle at Puivert after passing through the Labyrinthe Vert, a striking geological formation.
This walk follows almost exclusively dirt tracks and presents no technical difficulties, apart from muddy sections and the need to wade across the stream during periods of heavy rain.
A user reports:the signposting between (13) and (14) no longer exists. At (13), return to theGR®7AandGR®367.I tried to find the old route but the path is blocked by a fence.
The Croix de Millet route
9.71 mi
+2,113 ft
-2,093 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Fougax-et-Barrineuf (Ariège)
Circular starting from Fontestorbes, passing through Trou du Corbeau and Croix de Millet. Shady in midsummer, which is pleasant.
The Bélesta Forest
10.14 mi
+2,106 ft
-2,116 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bélesta (Ariège)
A pleasant route, admittedly long but peaceful, which will allow you to discover the ancient Royal Forest of Bélesta, with the added bonus of a visit to the incredible intermittent fountain of Fontestorbes.
Complementary hike to: The Croix de Millet route.
Col du Figuier via the Source de Fontestorbes from Bélesta
6.76 mi
+1,634 ft
-1,634 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bélesta (Ariège)
A short walk through the forest around Bélesta, passing by the Fontaine de Fontestorbes. We start with a section of the Tour du Pays d'Olmes, continue via the Col du Figuier to rejoin the Hers Valley path for a short while, before returning to Bélesta.