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Garlic trail east of Lautrec
This is a modest route to whet your appetite. Do it one morning for a breath of fresh air in the Lautrec countryside. Lautrec is the capital of pink garlic, which is mainly found in the south-west.You can plan this walk for a Friday morning before heading to the "canteen" at the Café Plum.
Lombers Dovecote Interpretation Trail
The village of Lombers has an important shared history with dovecotes. In addition to around fifteen of these historic structures of all shapes (cylindrical, mule-foot, on pillars, etc.), Lombers also boasts a museum, "Le Chaî aux pigeonniers", and a breeding farm for purebred and meat pigeons, "Les Pigeons du Mont Royal".
This heritage is highlighted throughout this hike with nine information panels that will help you discover their history.
The dovecotes you will encounter along the route are private property. You can admire them from the trail. Please respect the premises and the privacy of the owners.
Please note that most of this trail follows tarmac roads. Take care with the traffic.
Roman Trail
The trail starts in the village of Lombers. The history of this village dates back to between 1165 and 1633. Its origins can be traced back to Celtic or Gallo-Roman times. There was a fortified castle at the peak, which allowed enemies to be spotted approaching. The path passes behind this peak, circling Combe Maussou along wide paths through fields. It then joins the Albi-Castres greenway.
Trail of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.
Les Terres Blanches
This hiking trail follows paths steeped in history that were once important links in the Réalmontais region. It passes through two small villages: Sieurac, a charming village reminiscent of Tuscany, and Laboutarié, whose Occitan name (Botaria) means "cooper's workshop".
The little Semalens circular
This is a pleasant walk in all seasons, with pretty panoramic views and fairly good signposting.
First follow the signs for "Petite boucle" (small circular) then "Plôts des Drulhes".
Some parts of the route cross private property, so please respect it.
Circular for Archaeologists
This circular starts at the Church of Saint-Sernin. It was built in the 13th century, marking the end of the Albigensian Crusade and Catharism. The circular route continues to the banks of the Agros stream and the old mills of Racco and Vitrac. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to see the dovecote of Saint-Sernin, a pyramid-shaped building. You can choose between a short 5.5 km (1.5 hour) route or a longer 9 km route.
The Pouzols Ridges
A short walk that is ideal for the cold season. It will take you through bucolic landscapes dotted here and there with neighbouring church towers.
Chemin de Fénols
This short loop is a nice family ride for those who prefer flat terrain. It alternates between roads and paths on the plateau east of Fénols.
Over hill and dale around Arifat
Starting from the pretty site of the Arifat waterfalls, this hike alternates between forest passages and paths on gentle ridges where the view opens up over the surrounding mountains and valleys to offer beautiful panoramas, particularly stunning in autumn when the deciduous trees are ablaze with colour.
Circular d'Appelle revisited
This hike has a few hills and is pleasant in all seasons, but should be avoided after heavy rain as the paths may be muddy. You will discover the charming hills surrounding the hamlet of Appelle, overlooked by Puylaurens. Several sections are on roads, but these are very small roads with very little traffic and beautiful views.
The Ardiale loop
Starting from the village centre, this beautiful loop takes you north of the village through a varied landscape of hills to the hamlet of Ardialle and through Saint-Jean before climbing back up to Puylaurens. Can be done on foot or by mountain bike. Yellow markings.
Pastel Trail
Between Lavaur and Puylaurens, this circular route allows you to discover part of the Roman road, the hills of the "Pays de Cocagne" (Land of Plenty), the land of pastel, and the Château de Magrin.
The Wild Valley of the Dadou
This is a brand new trail that complements the Vallées du Travet trail.
Hike for nature lovers and fans of wild valleys who enjoy exploring off the beaten track and following unique private trail markers.
Walkers who prefer well-marked trails should choose the Vallées Oniriques, published on Visorando.
Please note: following a ban on trespassing on private property, the route now follows a tarmac road between points (3) and (5).
A GPS device is essential to follow this route
It is strictly forbidden to cross any private property lines
From the Wild Dadou to the Arifat Waterfall
This is a circuit combining the Dadou Sauvage, published on Visorando, and the magic of Arifat. A hike for nature lovers and fans of wild valleys who enjoy scrambling off the beaten track and following highly original private markings, culminating in a short loop around the Arifat waterfall.
Please note!
Following a change of ownership on a section of the route, it is ESSENTIAL to leave your GPS behind and FOLLOW the newly installed directional signs
I will update the route as soon as I have retraced it.
Labastide-Dénat panoramic trail
This is a very well-marked hike that offers magnificent views of the Albigeois region.
Short loop of the Crêtes de Briatexte
This is a lovely walk through the vineyards and fields of Briatexte, ideal in winter. Dotted among the valleys and hills are pigeon lofts and distant bell towers. The few sections of road do not detract from the charm of these rural landscapes.
The dreamlike valleys of Travet and Dadou
A beautiful getaway to recharge your batteries in the boxwood woods, crossing the Dadou river at times.
This loop is a 2 km longer variation on the classicPR® Chemin des Vallées du Travet circuit.
Around the Domaine d'en Naudet
This beautiful circular loop will allow you to discover the different rolling countryside landscapes around the Domaine d'en Naudet. It is very pleasant, and you may even be lucky enough to spot a deer.
Le Puech de Mourens
Treat yourself to a few hours walking along a path covered in dry leaves, admiring the landscape, crossing a stream and listening to the birds to refresh your body and mind. This trail offers a typical view of the Tarn hills, with old crosses, farms scattered along the way and beautiful dovecotes.
Bell tower trail
Lovers of bucolic landscapes will be enchanted by this walk through vineyards and woods.
The rural panorama is punctuated by views of the bell towers surrounding Técou.