Galan walks

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.

Short walk around Lake Puydarieux. Bird sanctuary with access to huts. Route almost entirely marked with yellow signs to be followed in an anti-clockwise direction. Sometimes the markings are difficult to see, damaged or missing. A few paths are difficult to see.

This is a typical countryside walk for the whole family. Apart from the distance, which is a little long, it is not difficult. However, I recommend doing it on a clear day to fully enjoy the view of the Pyrenees.

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 country route with sections through woodland. A pleasant and varied walk, both in terms of the paths and the landscapes.

A pleasant circular route to Organ, following a 63 km-long irrigation canal linking Lannemezan to Ornézan (Gers). The return to the village of Castelnau-Magnoac is via the hillsides. On arrival, a break in the village is a must.

A lovely route through the hills above Tournay, passing the Castéra-Lanusse signposts, with a return via the bastide town of Tournay.

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.

This short walk above Tournay (65) will allow you to gain a bit of height and admire the Pyrenees.

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.

The beauty of this route lies in its diversity: charming villages and churches, castles, chapels... Walkers will also appreciate the coolness of the river and the walk through the Hagède forest.

A lovely circular walk with long stretches through the woods (very pleasant in summer) and a beautiful view of the Pic du Midi de Bigorre at the start. Pass near the Tumulus de l'Estaque and enjoy a superb view of the Château de Malvezin. I recommend doing the walk in this direction, otherwise you won't necessarily see the château!

A lovely route along forest paths through the village of Lubret-Saint-Luc to discover a beautiful manor house at a place called Le Castets, as well as a superb mosaic fresco on the façade of a house. The starting point is at Antin church. A well-shaded route.

A walk steeped in local history. Starting at a 12th-century Cistercian abbey, a pleasant path leads to the 14th-century Château de Mauvezin de Gaston Phébus. Take a break on this rocky outcrop, which offers remarkable 360° views. The return to the abbey follows a downhill path through the woods.

A circular route that is divided equally between the plain and the ridge paths. A break is a must at the former Rustan Abbey in St Sever de Rustan. On a clear day, you can enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the Pyrenees.