Franquevielle walks

This village was part of one of the five ancient châtellenies of Nébouzan, the châtellenie of Saint-Blancart. The church proudly bears the French motto Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité, a rare inscription on a church. All that remains of the castle known as Boussost are a few metres of foundations, close to the town hall, and the church bell tower is thought to be an ancient tower. Picnics are possible along the route.

The Lande de Franquevielle marks the end of the Lannemezan plateau and overlooks the Garonne valley, a river that flows from Spain. This village was part of one of the five former châtelleries of Nébouzan, the Châtellerie de Saint-Plancart. The church proudly bears the French motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity), a rare inscription on a church. All that remains of the castle known as "Boussost" are a few metres of foundations near the town hall, and the church bell tower is thought to be an ancient tower. There are two picnic areas.

Circular loop in the Neste valley, passing in front of the Gargas caves for a possible visit.

A portion of the circular route is on the Jacobean Way, passing through a green valley and then skirting the foothills in the undergrowth, where chestnuts abound in autumn.

A lovely circular walk mainly through the woods. For lovers of roasted chestnuts, autumn is the perfect time for this walk.

This hike in the Haut Comminges is pleasant, with little elevation gain, no difficulty and well marked. Most of the route is in the woods, so it is particularly recommended in summer or autumn. In addition, if you want to take a break, there is a picnic table at the Col de Lauach.

A beautiful hike through the woods in the Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges forest.

During this walk, the great Bouchère Wood will be your companion. This hike takes you to explore the neighbouring “Ores” valley. Starting from Montsérié, a village rich in archaeological finds, it passes through beautiful Old Forests. An “Old Forest” is an ancient, mature forest: that is to say, it has been continuously forested since at least the mid-19th century. You will also discover Bayelle de Gazave, a vast and beautiful high-altitude clearing, surrounded by mountains.

A circular route offering great variety in both its paths and scenery. Beautiful views of the Pyrenees and a very pleasant walk along the banks of the Gimone Canal on the ridges.

During this easy hike, you will discover the small village of Monléon-Magnoac, panoramic views of the Magnoac hillsides and the Pyrenees, the Marian shrine of Notre-Dame de Garaison, a famous school, and beautiful pine forests, all on a hilly and well-marked trail.

A lovely walk in a wooded area, suitable all year round except during periods of heavy rain. A family hike that can be done as a round trip from Barbazan to the Refuge Saint-Martin. Reminder: the route is mainly through woodland.

Une belle balade sur les petits chemins qui vous mènent sur les coteaux de Galan avec de superbes points de vue sur la campagne environnante et la chaîne pyrénéenne. Un parcours sportif pour une remise en forme avant les sentiers de montagne un peu plus au sud.

This hike takes you through lush green undergrowth, offering total immersion in the forest. The climb is accessible and pleasant, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Along the way, you will go around the first hill in the Bois de Sarp, enjoying the forest landscapes and the surrounding tranquillity. You will find information boards to help you learn more about the flora and fauna you encounter, and you can also admire a magnificent view of Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges. You can continue on your way to a second hill, the Sarrat, which offers a new perspective on the forest and its surroundings.

A short, gentle circular route, half road and half woodland.

A beautiful circular walk, half on roads and half in the woods.

Circular route around Sauveterre-de-Comminges via theGR® 86 and a few paths nestled in the agricultural landscapes of the Commingeois region, dotted with woodland, with a few views of the Pyrenees at the end of the route.

It is an easy hike, best done on a sunny autumn day. It will take you to famous historical sites: the Gallo-Roman villa of Montmaurin, Lespugue and its famous Venus, as well as the ruins of its castle. In addition, it is a hilly route with beautiful panoramic views.

This family hike can be done in summer but also in winter with snowshoes. There are no difficulties on this route. The hike takes place in shaded undergrowth along a track and then a well-marked path with a steady gradient. Once you reach the summit, you will find a magnificent orientation table and an extraordinary 360° panorama overlooking the Comminges and Barousse mountains and the Tarbes plain.

Starting from the village of Lortet, you will first cross the Neste river and, after a steep climb through the forest, you will be rewarded with beautiful landscapes.

The commune of Antichan has a mountain climate and is drained by various small streams. It has a remarkable natural heritage comprising two natural areas of ecological, faunistic and floristic interest and several built heritage sites.

An ideal and pleasant hike on a hot day because, as its name suggests, it takes place mainly in the woods. Blajan is a charming little village in the Comminges region.

A pleasant hike from the village of Sacoué, through the Bois du Mont Sacon (or Saqueton). Cool in summer and sheltered in winter, the entire route is through the forest. At the summit, a sheltered orientation table has been built on an ancient sanctuary consisting of the remains of votive altars from the Gallo-Roman period, possibly dedicated to Jupiter, and currently preserved at the Saint-Raymond Museum in Toulouse. Breathtaking view all the way to Aneto.

This route is no longer signposted, but a GPS or map will suffice. This beginner-level route presents no difficulties apart from the elevation gain. It will allow you to explore the hills of Rebouc whilst staying on a tarmac road that is very quiet. Ideal for getting some fresh air, requiring no special equipment and suitable for all fitness levels.

the route is no longer marked or maintained!between points 4 and 5, there may be sections of around 20 metres of tall grass between June and September, but it remains passable all year round. The path may be muddy 100 metres before point 5. The circular is accessible on foot or by bike. You will discover Rebouc, Hèches and Héchettes, villages that have remained almost unchanged since 1820-1860, as evidenced by the inscriptions carved in marble on the doors. This route will also allow you to discover the winding and sometimes steep paths that connected each of these villages. Between villages, forests and meadows, the walk will be bucolic!

The route is no longer marked or maintained!!!Between May and October: tall, dense ferns between points 4 and 6 make the route very difficult. A summary of what the valley entrance has to offer: breathtaking 360° views, highlighting the incredible alignment of the valley. Discover steep paths, fords, shaded areas, mossy areas, ridges, meadows, forests and scrubby moorland, ending with a passage along a turbulent stream with multiple waterfalls.

A very beautiful hike from the Col des Ares. The route remains shaded all the way to the Cabane du Pic du Gar. Classified as a difficult hike due to the elevation gain, but there are no technical difficulties.