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Lapanouse walks
Palassy Pass
Visorando Member
4.43 mi
+449 ft
-443 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Lapanouse (Aveyron)
Walk on the Courry plateau, overlooking Séverac le Chateau. Panoramic view of the upper Aveyron valley, the Olip valley and the foothills of Lévezou.
At the source of the Viaur in Vézins de Lévézou
4.49 mi
+423 ft
-436 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Vézins-de-Lévézou (Aveyron)
The Viaur rises at the foot of the Puech du Pal, at an altitude of 1,090 m. It is joined by numerous streams such as the Céor, the Vioulou and the Bage. It forms the boundary between the territories of the Palanges and the Lévézou Massif, as well as between the departments of Aveyron and Tarn, to the west of the department.
The great outdoors
AONB
4.50 mi
+571 ft
-577 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Sévérac-le-Château (Aveyron)
Accompanied by the sound of water flowing from the Novis fountain, this gentle climb to La Devèze offers a 360° panorama of the Grands Causses, the blue line of the Cévennes and the Languedoc mountains
The drinking troughs of Novis, a village of character, and the vaulted fountain of Argeliès, where water flows as it did in the days of the washerwomen, are the two focal points of this family outing on the Causse de Sauveterre. On the crest of the Devèze de Novis, an orientation table guides you through the breathtaking parade of landscapes stretching as far as the eye can see
La Devèze from Massegros
Tourist office
3.74 mi
+443 ft
-436 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Massegros (Lozère)
A short walk above Massegros among boxwood, juniper and Scots pine trees, with a beautiful panorama of the western part of the Causse de Sauveterre, the Monts du Lévézou and the foothills of the Aubrac.
Pierrefiche - Sainte-Eulalie-d'Olt
6.15 mi
+873 ft
-892 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pierrefiche (Aveyron)
A delightful route for exploring Sainte-Eulalie-d'Olt and its surroundings. A very pleasant walk through the valley, which forms a circular route with a visit to Sainte-Eulalie halfway along the route.
The Vaysseries starting from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt
2.52 mi
+472 ft
-472 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
A walk that is also suitable for families, with beautiful views over Saint-Geniez-d'Olt.
Les Pessoles
4.49 mi
+679 ft
-709 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
A family hike that combines a bit of mountain climbing with a descent into a pleasant valley with a magnificent boralde
(large stream), from which the town draws its water. Note the passage over a bridge said to be Roman...
The Aurelle chapel at the start of the route from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt
11.21 mi
+2,093 ft
-2,096 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
Leave the comfortable Lot valley behind to venture higher up and experience the most authentic aspects of the Haut Rouergue and the Aubrac. The village of Aurelle is a truly inspiring testament to life in days gone by – and, indeed, not so long ago. As you climb towards it, the views are fabulous and the surrounding countryside enchanting, with its meadows carpeted in flowers.
In the woods of Combetalade
6.74 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,483 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
This walk through the woods offers panoramic views of the Lot valley and the villages of Saint-Geniez-d'Olt, Pomayrols and its castle.
In fact, it's the Aveyron as we love it.
Le Barribès
2.21 mi
+469 ft
-449 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
Leave the bustling town centre behind and discover the cool, peaceful shade of the woods. Along the Barribès stream, tanneries were once set up: test your fitness with friends or family. A glimpse of the foothills of the Aubrac, to be avoided in case of rising water levels.
In the woods of Combetalade (short version)
4.31 mi
+997 ft
-997 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
This walk through the woods offers panoramic views of the Lot valley and the foothills of the Aubrac.
Fontaneilles Pedestal Trail
6.60 mi
+1,398 ft
-1,362 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Rivière-sur-Tarn (Aveyron)
Hike in the hills above the Tarn Valley, around the medieval castle of Peyrelade.
Mont Seigne
4.91 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Lévézou (Aveyron)
The Haut Lévézou seen from the summit of Mont Seigne (1121m). You will have a 360° view of the Monts d'Aubrac, Mont Lozère, the Cévennes, the Causses, the Monts de l'Espinouse... To get there, take the district roads and dirt tracks used by farmers and foresters. At the summit, an orientation table will give you all the information you need on a 360° view.
Loop at Cruéjouls
2.38 mi
+256 ft
-253 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Cruéjouls (Aveyron)
Discover the beautiful village of Cruejouls andexplore the local heritage: the wash house, the causse, the weighbridge, the Moulinou, the communal oven and the magnificent church. Follow the tarmac roads and paths and admire the heritage, the views of the village and the surrounding countryside.
From Mostuéjouls to Millau
13.50 mi
+1,841 ft
-1,919 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Mostuéjouls (Aveyron)
For this seventh stage, walk along less frequented paths on the right bank of the Tarn with several pretty villages to discover. From La Calquière-Mostuéjouls to the imposing Château de Peyrelevade and then Compeyre, we cross the Tarn at Paulhe and follow its left bank to Millau.
From Liaucous to Églazines
5.13 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,325 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mostuéjouls (Aveyron)
A beautiful hike along the edge of the Causse de Sauveterre, above the Tarn valley.
Hike modified on 17/05/2023. See practical information.
Author's note, July 2023: I redid this route (July 2023) and found it completely disrupted by a recent fire in the upper part of the route. A well-marked trail has been marked in yellow since this event. It deviates slightly from the original route in places but is easy to follow.
The panoramic Tarn at Saint-Marcelin
9.35 mi
+2,477 ft
-2,490 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mostuéjouls (Aveyron)
A beautiful circular route starting from the pretty village of Liaucous, which allows you to climb from the Tarn valley to the Causse de Sauveterre and then walk along the edge of the causse for long stretches, offering beautiful views. The return trail allows you to discover two ancient troglodyte villages.Visorando app recommended.
To the Sources du Vioulou from Curan
8.33 mi
+997 ft
-1,004 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Curan (Aveyron)
A Gothic church, a stone water tower and numerous views of the wooded mountains await you on this easy route.
Between Tarn and Jonte
6.35 mi
+3,622 ft
-3,622 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Le Rozier (Lozère)
A very pretty loop that allows you to discover the Gorges du Tarn and then the Gorges de la Jonte.
After the climb to Rocher de Capluc, the arrival at the viewpoint offers a magnificent view of the Tarn Gorges and Le Rozier.
The route is a bit challenging but the views are sublime.
The elevation gain is actually 650 m and the distance is 12 km.
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.
Jonte Balcony Circular Route
18.45 mi
+4,347 ft
-4,344 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Le Rozier (Lozère)
This hike offers some of the finest panoramic views from the ridges on both banks of the Jonte, taking you through the heart of the Causse Méjean and the Arcs de Saint-Pierre. It’s an alternative to the signposted routes, which each stay on a single bank, all in a circular route that can be completed in a long day!
The Corniches du Méjean and Corniches du Tarn from Rozier
10.66 mi
+2,618 ft
-2,598 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Rozier (Lozère)
A beautiful, challenging circular hike with breathtaking views. The view from the Cinglegros rock is fantastic, but access is reserved for those who do not suffer from vertigo.
The Méjean cliff path
6.76 mi
+2,579 ft
-2,572 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Le Rozier (Lozère)
Perhaps the most beautiful walk along the Causse Méjean, which traditionally starts out from Le Rozier.
Here, by starting on the cliff top, there is less vertical drop, as you stay between 870 and 720m the whole way.
As well as breath-taking scenery, you can see vultures circling above you and even below you on the cliffs!
Encountering vultures
5.77 mi
+2,064 ft
-2,077 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Rozier (Lozère)
A walk to discover vultures in the cliffs of the Jonte.
Please note that the elevation gain calculated automatically by the app is incorrect; it is only about 600 m.
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.
The Hermitage of Saint-Michel from Peyreleau
5.73 mi
+1,834 ft
-1,847 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Peyreleau (Aveyron)
A beautiful hike above Peyreleau with many points of interest: views of the Tarn valley and the Jonte gorges, vultures and eagles in flight, the ruins of the Hermitage of Saint-Michel and swimming in the Jonte on the way back. The most strenuous part is the first section to reach the viewpoint.
