Gardouch walks

From the Gardouch lock and the Canal du Midi, a pleasant and easy walk in good weather.

This hike offers beautiful views of the Pyrenees and Lauragais and allows you to enjoy the tranquillity of the canal while admiring its engineering structures, such as the small port of Gardouch, the Aqueduct des Voûtes which spans the River Hers, and the Renneville Lock.

A short loop around Montgaillard-Lauragais, where the Lauragais region gives way to the Hers valley and the Canal du Midi. Beautiful views of the Pyrenees, if visibility is good, and a short section of the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, coming from Arles (GR®® 653).

A lovely walk along the shores of Lake La Thésauque in Nailloux, which can be shortened by 4 km by cutting through the village of Montgeard.

A village of character with a remarkable heritage. Town hall, canal bridge at La Négra lock, Château Roquette, main street and imposing church bell tower. View of the Pyrenees, weather permitting.

A spectacular and iconic 48.2 km online route through the Lauragais region, the "Collines du Vent" (Windy Hills) connect Avignonet-Lauragais and Fanjeaux. Numerous windmills are dotted across these first hills of the Piège, taking advantage of the generous winds that blow alternately from the Mediterranean (the autan or marin) and the Atlantic (the cers). The view stretches far beyond the hills to the Pyrenees and the Montagne Noire. Eleven information panels provide details about the local heritage. Yellow and blue markingsPlease note: follow the yellow and pink markings (those of the Tour de Lauragais) from Laurac to Fanjeaux.

This is a magnificent heritage walk between Haute Garonne and Aude around the Canal du Midi. Starting from Avignonet-Lauragais, you will reach the Canal du Midi via Montferrand.

This circuit winds its way through the gently rolling hills of the Lauragais, with views of the plain, the Montagne Noire and, on a clear day, the entire Pyrenees mountain range, from Canigou to the Pic du Midi.

In addition to relaxation, this walk offers walkers the opportunity to discover the village of Baziège and the chapel of Sainte-Colombe and its surroundings, a source of calm and serenity.

Pleasant circular walk starting from Saint-Étienne Church in Baziège, passing through the valleys of Lauragais and allowing you to discover Saint-Eutrope Chapel in Saint-Colombe. Low elevation gain. Suitable for families with children who are keen walkers and motivated.

Enjoy a carefree walk in the Lauragais plain, surrounded by well-cultivated fields. Return via the Canal du Midi.

This walk offers beautiful views as it mainly follows ridge paths and passes by beautiful buildings in the Pays de Cocagne.

A very pretty little circuit, without any difficulty, offering superb views of the Lac de la Ganguise, the hillsides and the Pyrenees. There is very little tarmac, with most of the route following wide, clean paths. The starting point offers a chance to discover the magnificent little castle of Belflou.

This bucolic walk takes you through the narrow streets of the village of Montgiscard and into the surrounding countryside. Walkers can admire the rich agricultural landscape and follow the southern route of the Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage.

Une balade sympathique dans le Lauragais qui vous mènera au village typique de Le Vaux (les gens du coin prononce le X). Ce circuit est décrit dans les fiches randonnées de Communauté de Communes Lauragais Revel et Sorèzois sous le nom du « Chemin de l’âne » des panneaux portant ce nom, complètent par endroits le balisage général en Jaune.Se garer sur la place de la mairie.

Across the countryside, there are views of the Lauragais and the Pyrenees.

This pleasant hike to the Notre-Dame de Maravals Chapel offers numerous panoramic views of the Hers Valley, while following a botanical trail that highlights the local plant diversity.