The Mauzac loop

This circular walk will introduce you to a mix of nature, urban life and countryside. Between the Garonne and its banks, the viewpoint and its view of the Pyrenees, the forests and the fields, there is something for everyone. You can enjoy an educational trail on natural environments along the Garonne before taking the climb that leads you to a superb viewpoint over the river and its valley.

In spring, several species of orchids can be seen along the trail. Also, don't hesitate to stop at the Brasserie du Moulin next to the bridge, where you'll find the largest collection of rugby shirts in Europe!

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 3.66 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 20 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 101 m
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    Descent: - 101 m

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    Highest point: 281 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 171 m

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Description of the walk

From Noé, take the D10 towards Mauzac. Drive to the bridge over the Garonne. Cross the bridge to reach Mauzac and park in the town hall square.

(S/E) Head towards Mauzac Town Hall (formerly the local girls' school), go around it on the left and then turn right. Follow Rue des Écoles to the end, then turn left onto Rue Gérard Cavailler Baron until you reach Avenue des Pyrénées. First turn right then left onto Rue du Pountil and continue until you reach the cemetery.

(1) Immediately afterwards, take the small dirt footpath on the right. At the end of the path and next to the pond, take the dirt track about ten metres to the right on the other side of the tarmac road. Follow it, turning several times to the right and left until you reach another path in front of an electricity pylon. Turn right and pass under the high-voltage line. Look for the hiking barrier on the right.

(2) Continue straight ahead for about 50 metres to see the panorama.

(2) Turn around. Take the path on the left, going through the gate. Pass under the high-voltage power line again. Continue until you reach an intersection.

(3) Continue straight ahead on the hill alongside the football pitch. Once you reach the banks of the Garonne, turn right and take the opportunity to stop for a well-deserved picnic. Then follow the banks back to the town hall square (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 180 m - Town hall square - Garonne (fleuve)
  2. 1 : km 0.69 - alt. 197 m - Path on the right
  3. 2 : km 1.87 - alt. 277 m - Panorama access
  4. 3 : km 2.55 - alt. 191 m - Intersection - Stadium
  5. S/E : km 3.66 - alt. 180 m - Town hall square - Garonne (fleuve)

Worth a visit

Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 8 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.9 / 5
Ease of following the route
5 / 5
Route interest
4.5 / 5
chespeel
chespeel

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 07, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A short walk to enjoy the surrounding countryside and the beautiful autumn colours. As the path was muddy and slippery at the start of the route, we continued along the road and rejoined the path at Bonzom. The end of the route along the banks of the Garonne is very relaxing.

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Ph1l
Ph1l

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 13, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant walk, with a well-maintained and well-designed route. The sunken paths are charming and shaded. On a clear day, the view must be remarkable, even if the vegetation partially obstructs the view. The description of the start ("go around the town hall on the left") wasn't clear to me, but it's not too difficult to find Rue des Écoles
Thank you for this route.

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Tourisme en Volvestre
Tourisme en Volvestre

Hello Panjo,

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We hope you and your dog enjoyed the views and scenery during your walk in Mauzac!

See you soon for more walks in Volvestre!

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PANJO
PANJO

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 17, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant, leisurely walk with my 9-month-old Jack Russell! Very few roads, so it's great for walking with a dog! The directions are very accurate and it's great to be able to follow the route online, so you can be sure you're on the right track!

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PATRICE31800
PATRICE31800

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 24, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Hello, everyone.
Today's hike took place in beautiful, dry weather. It was a very pleasant, easy walk with beautiful views of the valley and the Pyrenees. We extended the route before point 2 (at the high-voltage power line) by heading towards Le Choues and La Grange to catch up with point 2 and continue the hike. Thank you for sharing.
Total distance: approximately 7 km.

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Tourisme en Volvestre
Tourisme en Volvestre

Hello PSEGOND,
Thank you for all your insightful comments. We are delighted that you enjoyed discovering Mauzac along this beautiful trail.

We hope to see you soon on new routes in Volvestre or in a new season!
Marianne from the Volvestre Tourist Office

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PSEGOND
PSEGOND

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 14, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Thank you very much for sharing this, a very pleasant short loop done in the late afternoon. The route is very well marked, and you can enjoy the charm of the covered and uncovered paths that guide you along the way. A walk to be repeated with pleasure!

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Tourisme en Volvestre
Tourisme en Volvestre

Hello Pascale HP,

Thank you very much for your feedback. This hike does indeed offer a clear view!

See you soon in Volvestre!

The Volvestre Tourist Office

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Pascale HP
Pascale HP

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 25, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very pleasant hike.
Beautiful view.

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BABAR49
BABAR49
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes


A lovely walk with beautiful views of the Garonne valley halfway along the route. Walking poles are necessary to help with the climb and, above all, the descent. The walk ends along the Garonne with views of the Mauzac bridge. Very little of the route is on the road.
Highly recommended

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Bibbie
Bibbie

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Done with a 3-year-old child in the opposite direction to the one suggested, resulting in a very steep climb after the hunting lodge. We wanted to start with a picnic on the banks of the Garonne. This route allowed us to discover some very pretty places just a stone's throw from our home. Large grassy plains, the banks of the Garonne, forest paths, fields, panoramic views, an extremely varied route with very little road. Many thanks to the Tourist Office for this publication. Let's keep our fingers crossed that there will be other routes that are just as accessible and surprising.

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