Gijou (rivière) walks

This hike starts in the small village of Gijounet and leads first to the Roquenière viewpoint and orientation table, then to Puech de Montgros, where you can enjoy a 360° view of the landscape. There is no monotony on this very "natural" circuit, where forest passages alternate with ridge paths that allow you to enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding puechs and the Gijou valley.

The Lacaune Mountains, thanks to the diversity of their landscapes, offer a remarkable palette of colours and are a real treat for walkers.

This short family hike, shaded and sheltered from the wind, is as pleasant in summer as it is in winter. You will enjoy the scenery and the sunken paths between hazelnut trees and holly.

The hike starts with a steady climb to reach the ridge of the Hautes Terres d'Oc. The descent is gentle, through a beautiful beech forest, along holly hedges and a small stream at the end. There is shade all along the way except for 2-3 km at the summit.

This hike, mostly along ridges, offers beautiful views of three valleys: the Ruisseau du Robert at the start, then the Gijou and finally the beautiful Vallée du Berlou at the end of the route. We are in the Haut-Languedoc Regional Park and the mountains rise up to the delight of the eyes. There are roads, of course, but most of them are quiet and offer a bucolic atmosphere, especially in early spring.

Alternating between peaks and the Gijou valley, during this walk hikers will discover some magnificent villages and hidden hamlets in the Tarn department, explore a region with a rich historical past and observe a varied and protected flora and fauna.

A peaceful hike that first leads to the valley where the Gijou flows before climbing up to the plateau, where a rural landscape dotted with farms unfolds. Mostly in the undergrowth, the route nevertheless offers several open sections with views stretching over the hills and slopes, where meadows and cultivated land intermingle. A few sections on tarmac require caution but do not detract from the peaceful atmosphere that prevails throughout.

A beautiful hike that will take you from the Gijou valley, with the villages of Lacaze and Viane, to the heights of the small plateau above Carayon, from where you can see as far as the Pyrenees on a clear day. A brief foray into the Second World War with the two monuments before Le Sucail is a pleasant way to round off this beautiful day.

From the narrow streets of Lacaune, with its already mountainous atmosphere, the ascent to the summit of Montalet takes place in the hushed atmosphere of magnificent beech forests. The Pic de Montalet peaks at 1259 m. A day of hiking and fresh air to take in the beauty of the landscape. The 360° view of the Massif Central from the Rocher de la Vierge is breathtaking.

In 1798, in the woods of La Bassine, hunters discovered a child of about twelve years of age.A feral child, to whom François Truffaut would dedicate a film of the same name. Set off to discover a land of contrasts, immerse yourself in the wilderness as you follow the wanderings of the wild child.This three-day journey will open up new horizons for a future, more extensive trek along other paths.You’ll return in awe.

Hike in Vabre in the Tarn – Destination Sidobre & Vallées. Set between the river and the ridge path, this trail will charm you with its many vantage points and panoramic view of the village of Vabre. A hiking trail in the heart of nature, running alongside the River Gijou, largely shaded, and offering magnificent views along the ridge path.You can also enjoy a visit to the village of Vabre, with its13th-century belfry, its Maquis exhibition, its temple and its many restored wash houses (guided tours are available in July and August on Tuesday mornings; bookings can be made at the tourist office).

A beautiful forest walk around Ferrières. Chestnut trees, beech, oak, spruce, holly, boxwood, elm… all these tree species are there for us to enjoy. This walk is recommended for around mid-November, when the beech trees have taken on their autumn colours.

Walk in Vabre in the Tarn – Destination Sidobre & Vallées, also known as the Camin del Puèg de Borion. A lovely path winding through the countryside and lined with hamlets, where you’ll be treated to several beautiful panoramic views. After the hamlet of Brugairoles, you’ll pass some ruins where you can admire two beautiful granite arches.At the end of the walk, take some time to stroll through the charming village of Vabre and explore its belfry – the Trauc de la Campana – its church, its various restored wash houses and the local specialities on offer in the shops.

Hike in Vabre in the Tarn. Destination: Sidobre & Valleys. Caminols de Berlon. The route starts in Vabre, a village with a rich heritage. The path continues along the Gijou valley and then the Berlou valley, passing through its pretty hamlets. After La Reloc, the route leaves the valley to climb through the forest towards the ridges. From the ridges, as you descend towards Vabre, you can enjoy the views over the Berlou valley, the Montagnol forest, then the Gijou valley and Vabre. In Vabre, you’ll discover a rich heritage: the ‘Trauc de la Campana’ (a13th-century belfry), the church (one of the largest in France), listed17th-century houses, the Pont Neuf (1850), an exhibition on the Maquis (mornings in July and August) and wash houses.

This final stage takes place, for the most part, in the undergrowth, on wide paths lined with wild strawberries and various fruit bushes.The path winds its way up and down until it reaches the foot of the Roc de Montalet.From there, it is the final descent towards Lacaune.

A route leading from a valley spared from development to one of the department’s last remaining monuments dating from the year 1000. A beautiful walk starting from the Maison de la Vallée du Gijou, to discover one of the Tarn’s most unusual and mystical heritage sites: the Chapel of Saint-Jean Del Frech, first mentioned in 972.You’ll also enjoy stunning views in the heart of nature along the ridges overlooking this valley, which nearly disappeared forever due to a dam project.

This hike takes you through valleys and plateaus, forests and viewpoints, passing through Saint-Pierre-de-Trivisy, Notre-Dame-de-Tournadous and the Maison de la Vallée du Gijou. This hike alternates between ascents and descents, surrounded by nature, with beautiful views. Halfway along the route, you can discover the biodiversity trail at the Maison de la Vallée du Gijou.Don't leave the hamlet of Ganoubre without visiting the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Tournadous, with its cedar tree classified as a "remarkable tree".A long stretch of open countryside awaits you between Le Roucan and Saint-Pierre-de-Trivisy.At the end of your hike, discover the14th-century polychrome statue of the Virgin and Child in the church of Saint-Pierre de Trivisy.