To the east of Montesquiou, Lake Lizet, created to meet the water needs of Gascony, is home to numerous birds. Forming part of the Natura 2000 site, the hillsides overlooking it are among the richest and most remarkable in the Gers. As you head up through the woods, you will join the Way of St James and admire the unspoilt Gers countryside.
Country:
France
City:
Montesquiou (32320) 
(S/E) Start at the lake’s embankment.
From the car park, head towards the lake and take the path that goes round it, keeping the lake on your right.
(1) Leave the lake and follow the path to the left which leads to the ridge path.
(2) Turn left onto the ridge path to reach the Cadiran de Haut farm, keeping the buildings on your right.
(3) Join the Way of St James (GR®653), turning left. Continue along theGR® until you reach the tarmac road.
(4) Turn left to reach the car park (S/E).
This trail is very easy to walk. It is not open to mountain bikes.
Overall rating : 4.7 / 5
Date of your route : Sep 29, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No
I really enjoyed this walk for the variety of the scenery and the stunning view down over the lake. It was the perfect route to get back into walking after a few months off.
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Overall rating : 3.7 / 5
Date of your route : Apr 05, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No
This is a moderately challenging hike as you leave the lake very quickly. The climb up to the ridge path is quite steep… worth noting.
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5
Date of your route : Sep 09, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
A lovely, varied walk: lake, forest, countryside. A nice mix that isn’t too long for a beginner like me.
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Overall rating : 4.3 / 5
Date of your route : May 03, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
an easy walk around a beautiful green lake.
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Overall rating : 4.3 / 5
Date of your route : May 08, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
A lovely route that follows the beautiful lake before heading up into the woods. A very pleasant route that’s easy to manage.
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