Homps (Gers) walks

By taking the paths once used for trade between the different valleys, discover a remarkable hidden and secret heritage that will surprise you, like a corner of paradise.

Throughout this hike, you can admire the multitude of dovecotes, each one different. The trail takes you back to the bastide town along the banks of the Gimone and ends at the wash house.

The Gimone and its three main tributaries cover more than 600 hectares of natural floodplain meadows. These meadows occupied the entire floodplain at the beginning of the 20th century. They have declined significantly, even disappearing from some municipalities with the development of intensive agriculture and the decline of livestock farming. Nevertheless, these meadows play an important role in flood control and represent a heritage that deserves to be promoted.

From the heart of this charming village, set off on the footpaths and admire the beautiful views of the Pyrenees mountain range. The arboretum will particularly catch your attention.

An easy hike in a relatively wild setting. No major difficulties and a very well-marked route You will pass through hillside lakes created for irrigation. Chestnut and oak forests.

This route is a combination of two perfectly marked routes. At the start, follow thePR®5route des Lacs signs and, from the (9), follow thePR®6route des Potiers signs.

Cologne, near Toulouse, remains one of the most beautiful bastides in the South-West. In the surrounding area, open farmland offers glimpses of brick houses, hydraulic and tourist facilities, and more.

A very pleasant circular route, beautiful views of the valleys and, halfway along the route, a wide panorama of the Pyrenees on a clear day. Castelnau-d'Arbieu, a picturesque little village where silence reigns supreme when the boules court is still deserted.

Starting from the village of Tourrenquets, located on a ridge line in the centre of a network of valleys and hills, you will discover the hamlet of Tourrens and its chapel.

This walk will allow you to discover three villages, mainly along paths.

This is an easy, short hike starting from the car park at the cemetery in Fleurance, returning there at the end of the walk. Half road, half path, it is a very pleasant walk.

A short, easy route, accessible to all. There is little traffic, beautiful views, the lake shore... 30% of the route is paved.

A very beautiful walk from the hamlet of Aurenque, along the Gers, through the pretty Petit valley, on the ridges overlooking Castelnau d'Arbieu, which offer a superb view of Fleurance and the surrounding villages, as well as the Pyrenees mountain range.

A pleasant and easy hike with some sections on quiet roads.

Starting from the Château de Montaut-lès-Créneaux, which overlooks the Aulouste valley, take theGR® de Pays Coeur de Gascogne to reach the Château de Malartic (private) in the Arçon valley. Set in lush green surroundings, the cemetery and small chapel of the château form a beautiful architectural ensemble. You return to the village via a small road passing in front of the Lassale Chapel (private).

Following in the footsteps of the past, this route gives you an insight into the architecture of the region through the sites of Lesquère, Pitrac, Les Galis and Arton. Depending on the season, you will pass fields of garlic, onions and melons, and cross vineyards on the gentle slopes of the Lomagne region.

This easy little trail north of Lectoure allows you to explore the northern side of the town, following small streams.

This easy route alternates between roads and paths between two beautiful Gascon villages: the recently renovated village of Sainte-Mère with its Gascon castle, and the village of Sempesserre, with sweeping views of the rolling countryside typical of the Gers region.