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Hyelzas walks
Ridge walk from Hyelzas
Visorando Member
3.53 mi
+335 ft
-348 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Hures-la-Parade (Lozère)
An easy walk through the wooded part of the Causse Méjean, bordering the Causse Nu. From the ridges, you’ll discover a variety of landscapes, both near and far.
From La Viale to Meyrueis via the Aven Armand
12.23 mi
+1,385 ft
-1,952 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-des-Tripiers (Lozère)
This is the stage with the greatest horizontal distance (nearly 20 km). It starts in a wooded area before continuing across the Causse and through pastures. The stage ends with a descent into the valley, as required by the accommodation arrangements.
Walks near Hyelzas
Hyelzas - Le Rozier
9.94 mi
+1,424 ft
-3,281 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hures-la-Parade (Lozère)
Thissecond stage of the Tour du Causse Méjean crosses the lush south-western part of the Causse before descending to Le Rozier, at the confluence of the Tarn and the Jonte. Along the way, the beautiful church of Saint-Pierre-des-Tripiers, the Gallo-Roman village of Les Résiniers, and the Rocher de Capluc. The route described does not pass through the famous Vases de Chine and Sèvres above the Gorges de la Jonte; this more technical and better-known section can easily be found on other Visorando guides for those who are keen to see them.
Drigas – Meyrueis
5.99 mi
+331 ft
-1,404 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Hures-la-Parade (Lozère)
This6th and final stage of the Tour du Causse Méjean crosses the desert-like expanses of the Causse before descending into the Gorges de la Jonte to Meyrueis. This short, easy stage can be combined with the5th stage from Mas-Saint-Chely to Drigas for those wishing to shorten the Tour to five days.
Meyrueis – Hyelzas
8.77 mi
+1,401 ft
-538 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Meyrueis (Lozère)
Thisfirst stage of the Tour du Causse Méjean takes the hiker up onto the Causse from Meyrueis on the banks of the Jonte. A gentle climb to get you going, featuring a picturesque stretch before reaching the Causse, the Aven Armand, and a renowned cheese dairy at the entrance to the pretty hamlet of Hyelzas. If you arrive early enough, you may be able to visit the Ferme Caussenarde in Hyelzas.
The Gorges du Tarn from La Malène to Les Vignes
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.99 mi
+1,434 ft
-1,558 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Malène (Lozère)
Rather than taking a canoe or a rowing boat, set off on foot along this shaded route through the gorges, where you’ll enjoy fresh perspectives on the legendary sites along this stretch of the Tarn: the ruins of Planiol, Les Détroits, the hamlet of La Croze, Les Baumes Basses and the ‘107’ footbridge! The walk ends after the Pas de Soucy in the lovely village of Les Vignes.A short section of the route towards the end is shared with the GRP® “Tour du Méjan”.
Meyrueis – L’Espérou
10.15 mi
+2,789 ft
-1,066 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Meyrueis (Lozère)
Walk from the village of Meyrueis (Causse Noir) in the Cévennes to get closer to Mont Aigoual.
From Meyrueis to Nivoliers via Aures
9.59 mi
+1,575 ft
-797 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Meyrueis (Lozère)
A stage that allows you to fully appreciate the wide open spaces of the Causse! A very pleasant walk, with some beautiful views along the edge of the plateau.
Le Rozier - Les Vignes
7.50 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,043 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Rozier (Lozère)
Thisthird stage of the Tour du Causse Méjean takes place entirely within the Gorges du Tarn. Following wide tracks or good footpaths, sometimes beneath overhanging rock formations, sometimes along the banks of the Tarn, this easy, shaded stage offers a very pleasant way to explore this part of the gorges.
From Le Rozier to La Viale via the Corniches de la Jonte
7.05 mi
+2,766 ft
-1,148 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Le Rozier (Lozère)
This is the stage with the most elevation gain, but it is superb! The passage along the ledge above the Gorges de la Jonte offers magnificent aerial views. It is also a great place to watch vultures in flight.
Les Vignes - Mas-Saint-Chély
12.03 mi
+2,690 ft
-883 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Les Vignes (Lozère)
Thisfourth stage of the Tour du Causse Méjean leaves the Gorges du Tarn to climb back up onto the Causse Méjean and cover nearly half of its northern section. After a steep climb to the hamlet of La Caxe, the walker first passes through wooded areas and fields before reaching more open terrain beyond Montignac. A detour via the Roc des Hourtous, with its breathtaking views of the Gorges du Tarn and the vultures, is one of the highlights of the stage.
