Lacaune walks

From the narrow streets of Lacaune, with its already mountainous atmosphere, the ascent to the summit of Montalet takes place in the hushed atmosphere of magnificent beech forests. The Pic de Montalet peaks at 1259 m. A day of hiking and fresh air to take in the beauty of the landscape. The 360° view of the Massif Central from the Rocher de la Vierge is breathtaking.

In 1798, in the woods of La Bassine, hunters discovered a child of about twelve years of age.A feral child, to whom François Truffaut would dedicate a film of the same name. Set off to discover a land of contrasts, immerse yourself in the wilderness as you follow the wanderings of the wild child.This three-day journey will open up new horizons for a future, more extensive trek along other paths.You’ll return in awe.

This is the longest stage of the route, but it presents no particular difficulties.Most of the route runs through the Lacaune National Forest.The Rieufrech Stream will accompany you with its crystal-clear murmur almost all the way along the path.You might want to stop for lunch by the stream, next to a small bridge.

Thanks to the diversity of its landscapes, the Monts de Lacaune offer a remarkable palette of colours and a delight for hikers.

The hike starts with a steady climb to reach the ridge of the Hautes Terres d'Oc. The descent is gentle, through a beautiful beech forest, along holly hedges and a small stream at the end. There is shade all along the way except for 2-3 km at the summit.

This short family hike, shaded and sheltered from the wind, is as pleasant in summer as it is in winter. You will enjoy the scenery and the sunken paths between hazelnut trees and holly.

A pleasant walk, 80% of which is along shaded forest paths, offering a 360° view of Lacaune from the Roc des Écus. It can be completed at a leisurely pace in 2 hours 15 minutes with the family, as the climbs are gentle.

This is a family-friendly round-trip hike offering splendid views of Lacaune and its surroundings from the famous Roc des Écus. More than half of the route follows a wide forest track, then a beautiful, easy trail that is shaded almost all the way.

This hike starts in the small village of Gijounet and leads first to the Roquenière viewpoint and orientation table, then to Puech de Montgros, where you can enjoy a 360° view of the landscape. There is no monotony on this very "natural" circuit, where forest passages alternate with ridge paths that allow you to enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding puechs and the Gijou valley.

A refreshing hike that takes place mainly in the forest. From the Col de la Bassine, the route first leads to the Tourbière des Pansières and its discovery trail, then to Mont Roucous after a quick and easy climb. To finish in style, part of the "Sur les traces de l'Enfant Sauvage" trail allows you to enjoy interesting and entertaining information panels and exceptional undergrowth.

This final stage takes place, for the most part, in the undergrowth, on wide paths lined with wild strawberries and various fruit bushes.The path winds its way up and down until it reaches the foot of the Roc de Montalet.From there, it is the final descent towards Lacaune.

Walk along the trail and discover reconstructed stone markers: cairns, drystone shelters and more. You will have a magnificent view of the Monts de Lacaune. From May to September, you can linger at the Maison de Payrac, a 19th-century farmhouse that has been restored in keeping with the lifestyle and objects of yesteryear.

A short walk along the shores of Lake Laouzas in the Haut-Languedoc park.

Starting from the small village of Cambous, this hike to discover the "Pays du Margnès" alternates between forest passages and open spaces offering beautiful views. After a stop at the Canroute bog and its discovery trail, the climb to Puech Cornet and its orientation table brings the route to a beautiful close with a magnificent 360° panorama.

This is the most fun-filled day with the summer activities at the Maison de Payrac.Rock carvings, geobiological and floral curiosities line the path.The shores of Lake Laouzas offer lovely spots for a picnic, and its crystal-clear water is perfect for a refreshing dip.

This hike will delight those who enjoy walking in the woods and listening to the murmur of streams. Starting from the village of Espérausses, it will take you through woods and small valleys to Puech Carbonniés, which boasts a beautiful coniferous forest and remarkable views. As an added bonus, you can discover "jasses" or dry stone shepherds' huts, reminders of a bygone pastoral era.

A very beautiful hike where you will find a dolmen and a menhir statue, flower-lined paths, and views of the Murat countryside, Camarès and the slopes of Espinouse. Part of this route follows the ancient Roman road which became the Via Tolosana in the Middle Ages, the route from Arles to Santiago de Compostela.

In the shade of the pink sandstone collegiate church and the surrounding woods, a peaceful escape on bushy paths, mills and hamlets, forest trails wind their way along the river Rance. Yellow markings and a ford on the Rance. ⚠️To be avoided in periods of heavy rain, otherwise one passes at ease by taking off one's shoes.

In the heart of the Monts de Lacaune, a family hike from the village of Murat-sur-Vèbre through the grazing lands of the Lacaune sheep, whose milk is used to make Roquefort cheese, the first French cheese to receive an appellation d'origine. With a break in a restored sheepfold, a walk through a typical hamlet (where traditional sheep's cheese is sold directly) and the return to Murat via Le Castelas and its old village.

A walk designed for families staying at the Rouquié campsite, on the shores of Lake Raviège. It has the advantage of being suitable for walking during the hottest part of the day. The route, often lined with dry stone walls, winds through a landscape of old terraces now covered in woodland, with a few views over the valley

A hike through forests and open meadows with beautiful views of the Montagne Noire and the wind turbines of Puech du Singladou. Not to mention several areas that will delight wild strawberry lovers, enough to motivate any foodie hiker.

A beautiful hike that will take you from the Gijou valley, with the villages of Lacaze and Viane, to the heights of the small plateau above Carayon, from where you can see as far as the Pyrenees on a clear day. A brief foray into the Second World War with the two monuments before Le Sucail is a pleasant way to round off this beautiful day.

This hike, which is quite long but not difficult, allows you to discover varied landscapes. It follows part of the GRP® des Monts du Haut-Languedoc and the GR®653, which is one of the variants of the Chemins de Compostelle. It runs along the southern edge of Lake Laouzas and part of the upper valley of the River Agoût

This route, through the deep undergrowth of the Agout Valley, will allow you to discover the beech trees and ferns of the Espinouse Forest, followed by those of the Somail State Forest. Numerous vantage points along the way, including Mont du Sialassous, with a 360° view. At the end of the route, you’ll reach the Pailher de Prat d’Alaric, a unique architectural heritage site.

Very interesting hike as much for the landscapes (Rance valley, Rougier de Camarès) as for the culture (village of Combret, Notre-Dame d'Orient, numerous crosses). Some portions on tarmac, but with the magnificence of the small paths and the beauty of the landscape, you'll quickly forget them.

Hiking trail in the municipality of Fontrieu-en-Sidobre & Vallées in the Tarn - Occitanie A beautiful route, showcasing a landscape shaped by the combination of farming and forestry, offering walkers a stunning mosaic of scenery. A green valley runs through the vast commune of Fontrieu, amongst beautiful farmland dotted with hedgerows and dry stone walls. It was here that the Ouillats convent was established in 1825, benefiting from fertile land and abundant water. Above Biot and towards the south, the mountain rises 300 metres and marks the start of a vast wooded area on the granite ridge of Puech Margot. In this landscape, amidst recent clearings and old high forests, the cry of the harrier and the hammering of the woodpecker often echo the rustling of the wind through the branches.

In the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park, you cross the Plateau du Somail at an altitude ranging between 900 and 1,000 metres, passing through forests and moorland. The balcony-like sections offer panoramic views of the valleys below and the other peaks of the Haut-Languedoc. After a break at Lac de Vesoles, a cliff-top descent overlooks the Saut de Vesoles and the Gorges du Ruisseau du Buraut, offering a bird’s-eye view of the Gulf of Lion.

This shaded route in the Monts du Somail National Forest ranges in altitude from 895 m to 1050 m and is ideal for summer cycling. It should be done clockwise to avoid the sunniest areas in the morning and enjoy the cool shade of the forest in the afternoon.

An unpretentious walk with little elevation gain. It offers a glimpse of a scattered rural landscape made up of isolated farmsteads amidst cultivated fields. Some buildings are in a state of disrepair, whilst others are still inhabited by farmers.

Perched on a plateau at over 800m, Montfranc and the spire of its mountain-style church look out towards the Tarn and the Aveyron. A short, unpretentious walk, with lovely paths and views of the Monts de Lacaune.

This walk, with little change in altitude, offers a lesser-known side to the Rougier de Camarès canyons. It is a journey into the world of sheep and the farmers who work to supply milk to the cheese dairies.

A beautiful hike through forests and clearings. You will discover beautiful views of the Montagne Noire and, beyond, the peaks of the Pyrenees. Water is also present, with two mills located along the route. A bucolic atmosphere that is very enjoyable in spring.