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Between salt and glass in Sougraigne, La Sals and its history.
In Sougraigne, in the heart of the Hautes Corbières, springs forth the Sals, a saltwater spring that has always attracted the attention of neighbouring populations.
Today, the Salicorne association brings together the surrounding villages around a common project. It invites you to discover this unique site, once frequented by many different people: glassmakers, jet miners, charcoal burners, woodcutters, shepherds, peddlers and, of course, smugglers and customs officers from the Ferme Générale hot on their heels.
The Pech de Bugarach via the shortest route
It's not the most interesting route in the massif, but it's the shortest way to quickly reach the summit of the famous site that became legendary in 2012, the Pech de Bugarach, the mysterious highest point of the Corbières massif, a foothill of the Pyrenees and a landmark for griffon vultures, which you're sure to spot.
Le Pech de Bugarach from the Col du Linas
Route providing access to Pech de Bugarach.Warning: the access path is extremely damaged and eroded. It is more like a mountain trail.Do not underestimate this short hike, where you will need to use your hands in places. I have classified it as difficult.Please stay on the marked path. Warning signs saying "Hors Sentier" (off trail) have been installed in many places. Thank you.
5 May 2025. Route updated following user comments. So please follow the advice above: stay on the marked paths.
La Berco Petito and La Berco Grando
An ascent through forest, with beautiful stands of cedar trees. A pleasant ridge walk with beautiful views.
Le Pech du Bugarach from Bugarach
This is a relatively short, intense loop route at altitude, climbing Pech du Bugarach from the village via La Fenêtre.
The Milobre de Bouisse
A large, gentle hill that is easily accessible, Milobre de Bouisse nevertheless rises to an altitude of 878 m and offers a magnificent view of the Corbières, the Canigou massif, Pech de Bugarach and the Ariège Pyrenees. After an open first section dominated by pastures, the route continues through charming valleys where conifers grow alongside numerous deciduous species before returning to the meadows for a final panoramic view.
The Roc Paradet from Prugnanes
A hike from a pretty little village on the Sentier Cathare GR®367, the GR®36, and the GRP® Tour des Fenouillèdes.A sense of direction is required. The reward comes at the summit, with its 360° panorama.On the way back, a visit to a large and beautiful cave is very interesting.
The Roc Paradet circular from Prugnanes
A beautiful, fairly challenging circular between Aude and Pyrénées Orientales with a magnificent 360° panorama at the summit of Paradet as a reward.
Valmigère loop
Loop around Valmigère in the undergrowth, then up to the heights with a beautiful panorama of the Pyrenees and the Pic de Bugarach. The loop is marked with a descriptive sign in front of the town hall and marked in yellow. It is described in an anti-clockwise direction, but I recommend doing it clockwise, as the slopes are gentler on the way up (I did the loop in this direction). The signs indicate a time of 3 hours, which should be taken into account with breaks, as it is not difficult.
The Pla de Brézou
Very nice circuit that will take you over grazing areas that are still used.
The last part of the circuit overhangs the gorges of Galamus.
Le Pla de Brézou and Pech d'Auroux
A very pretty route that takes you through areas still used for grazing and to Pech Auroux, offering a 360° view of the Corbières to the north, the Fenouillèdes to the south and Bugarach to the west. The last part of the route overlooks the Gorges de Galamus.
Hike closer to 750 m elevation gain.
A less challenging version is available: Le Pla de Brézou
Montjoi - Au Promontoire de l'Aigle
A beautiful, bucolic hike along a river with a few tributary streams. Three-quarters of the route is shaded, easy for beginners but with some steep sections. Trail marked in yellow.
The ruined sheepfolds of La Couillade and Campeaux
In this remote corner, two hours from the nearest village, families dedicated to farming lived just a few decades ago.
Loop via Peyrepertuse, Rouffiac and the Moulin de Ribaute
A 16 km loop that passes under the walls of Peyrepertuse Castle, with views of Quéribus Castle and the Quille Massif. Most of the hike is in the woods. Finally, the Verdouble Gorges with their pools and waterfalls offer a refreshing and relaxing break.
Saint-Jaume Gorges and Fenouillet Fortresses
When the valley was unsafe, the men would retreat to the heights. The hills surrounding the Boulzane and Agly valleys are dotted with prestigious strongholds (Puylaurens, Fenouillet, Quéribus, etc.). And getting there was no easy task, as the Gorges de Saint-Jaume demonstrate.
The heights of Taïchac in Saint-Martin-de-Fenouillet
At the meeting point of the African-Iberian and European tectonic plates, this interpretive trail offers many geological, natural and scenic attractions through vineyards, fir trees and heathland.
To the foot of the Château de Quéribus from Cucugnan
From the village, a climb to the foot of the Château de Quéribus on well-marked paths.
See: practical information.
The descent is quite steep, after waypoint (5).
It's quite possible to do this circuit the other way round, and climb from waypoint (6) to (5).
The Fajas d'en Baillette
This splendid hike invites you to discover a magnificent forest with its springs, its view of the Canigou massif... and of course this truly remarkable beech tree: the 500-year-old Fajas d'en Baillette!
The ridge of the Serre du Grau de Maury
An exceptional hike, but:
- the 6 km ridge walk from Grau de Maury to La Quille.
- the route passes close to steep cliffs and includes a section of rock climbing, so it is strongly advised against for people who are prone to vertigo.
Only experienced hikers in good physical condition and accustomed to rocky terrain can complete this hike safely.
GPX track essential. Be prepared to turn back if necessary.
Circular of the Last Cathar stronghold in Maury
Hike through the Maury vineyards with panoramic views of the valley and unusual views of the Château de Quéribus.
Pic Vergès and Saint-Arnac
An exceptional route starting from Ansignan and its famous Roman aqueduct, where you will discover the beautiful village of Saint-Arnac and a sumptuous panorama at Pic Vergès.
Panoramic circular of Mayronnes
Hike around Maryonnes with beautiful views of the Corbières. The trail climbs steeply in the first part through the undergrowth.
Circular of Saint-Polycarpe via Villar-Saint-Anselme
This amazing circular takes you through Mediterranean heath and the Blanquette de Limoux vineyards.
Starting from the village of Saint-Polycarpe with the remains of its 8th-century Benedictine abbey, the route crosses the communal forest and the village of Villar-Saint-Anselme.
At the end of the route, there is an arboretum sponsored by Yves Duteil.
The trail is marked with yellow lines and circles.