La Montagne Verte from Aas

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La Montagne Verte is a plateau at a moderate altitude (1,200 m) but offers superb views of Eaux-Bonnes and the peaks of the Ossau Valley. The route starts in the village of Aas, known for its whistling shepherds. You can extend the walk to Mont Larive, adding an extra hour for the return journey.

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    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 5.82 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 4h 15 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 1,821 ft
  • ↘
    Descent: - 1,834 ft
  • ▲
    Highest point: 3,911 ft
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    Lowest point: 2,096 ft
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From the Start
From the side of the Montagne Verte
Eaux-Bonnes from the Montagne Verte
On the slopes of the Montagne Verte

Description of the walk

Park in a small car park in Aas.

(S/E) Take the Chemin de Pleysse (tarmac road) which climbs gently to the right.

(1) At the antenna, turn left onto the Chemin de la Montagne Verte until you reach a trailhead on the left (elevation 916m).

(2) Follow this path as it climbs up the side of Montagne Verte until you reach a spot where there is a steep drop-off to your right. Take care with children and those prone to vertigo. Superb views of the peaks and Eaux-Bonnes.

(3) Continue to the right in a south-easterly direction and join a forest track (elevation 1197m).

(4) At the highest point of the walk, you can continue to the right towards Mont Lazive: allow an extra hour for the return journey.
Otherwise, head gently back down towards Bagès by turning left onto the road.

(5) In many places, you can leave the road and take a shortcut through the woods: look for slate signs pointing to the village of Bagès. During the descent, the ground in the woods can be slippery due to streams, so please take care!

(6) Walk through the village of Bagès and continue along the D397, Route de Bagès, until you reach a fork (elevation 615m).

(7) Turn left onto the Chemin d'Aas, which takes you back to Aas (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 2,523 ft - Small car park in Aas
  2. 1 : mi 0.25 - alt. 2,641 ft - Chemin de la Montagne Verte
  3. 2 : mi 0.76 - alt. 2,986 ft - Start of the Trail
  4. 3 : mi 1.3 - alt. 3,497 ft - End of the climb
  5. 4 : mi 2.15 - alt. 3,911 ft - Highest point of the hike
  6. 5 : mi 2.77 - alt. 3,540 ft - Possible alternative
  7. 6 : mi 4.61 - alt. 2,195 ft - Bagès
  8. 7 : mi 4.88 - alt. 2,096 ft - Chemin d'Aas
  9. S/E : mi 5.82 - alt. 2,523 ft - Small car park in Aas

Notes

This guide is a copy of the one available on tourisme64.com.
This hike follows long stretches of quiet roads. If you prefer quiet, secluded paths, look elsewhere... It’s a shame, as the views are still superb!
From point (3), the drop on the right is daunting for those prone to vertigo. Watch out for children!
From the point (4), you can climb up to Mont Lazive (approx. 1 hour extra round trip).

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 2 reviews
Reliability of the description
5 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.5 / 5
User 4870178

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 03, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

I was able to follow the route with my son on 1 August
The route starts with a steep climb (first along the road, then onto a narrow path)
There are yellow markings as well as slate signs, which left us a bit confused, but the Visorando app guided us well. There are lovely views to admire, including sections through woodland.
There was a picnic table at stage 4, perfect for a snack break
To get back to our car, you need to follow the road (which isn’t very busy) with another steep climb to finish the walk.
I’d recommend this walk, but not for beginners.

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Francescocar
Francescocar

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 17, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A really lovely walk with superb views. I’m prone to vertigo – or at least to a fear of heights – but I managed to walk along the ridge without too much difficulty. I do agree with the author, though, that taking children there would be problematic.

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