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Lavelanet walks
Circular via the Croix de Morenci at the foot of Montségur.
Visorando Member
7.77 mi
+1,437 ft
-1,421 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lavelanet (Ariège)
Hike starting from Lavelanet with a very steep climb through the woods, followed by magnificent panoramic views of Montségur Castle, to reach the Croix de Morenci and its charming metal origami bison sculptures. Beautiful view of Mont Fourcat as well.
Péreille d'en Haut
5.11 mi
+843 ft
-837 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Lavelanet (Ariège)
A family-friendly route that is not too long but has a slight incline and, above all, a beautiful view of the Tabe massif, Saint-Barthélémy and Mont Fourcat. The path continues a little further but is a dead end above the cliffs of the Gorges de Péreille. The return journey can be made via a slightly sloping trail, then a path that can be muddy after rain.
Raissac circular walk starting from Lavelanet
5.87 mi
+951 ft
-981 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lavelanet (Ariège)
A short circular walk passing through Raissac and Lavelanet via the Crête du Plantaurel, with stunning views of the surrounding area. Best undertaken on a clear day to make the most of the panorama. Can be done at a run as it partly follows a trail route.
Loop via Ivry, La Bastide-sur-l'Hers and Laroque-d'Olmes from Dreuilhe
8.31 mi
+814 ft
-837 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Dreuilhe (Ariège)
A pleasant, easy loop with beautiful views of the surrounding hills and the Tabe massif: Pic du Soularac, Pic de Saint-Barthélémy, Pic de Girabal, Pic Galinat, Pic du Han and Mont Fourcat.
Circular route around Bénaix
2.66 mi
+371 ft
-371 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Bénaix (Ariège)
Although more than half of the route follows a tarmac road, the route is very suitable for a family walk as there is almost no traffic.
The Gréoulou circular horseshoe loop from Laroque and Lavelanet
6.80 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,240 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Laroque-d'Olmes (Ariège)
Set off to explore this part of the Plantaurel ridges with the unique Gréoulou horseshoe! Perched above Laroque d'Olmes and Lavelanet, this is an original circular route with a very steep climb up Sainte-Ruffine!
Remember to bring enough water.
Raissac – Gréoulou – Tanière circular loop
6.52 mi
+1,434 ft
-1,427 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Raissac (Ariège)
A lovely walk through the Plantaurel Massif, offering splendid views of the Pyrenees to the south and the Garonne plain to the north.
The Gorges de Péreille
5.12 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,050 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Péreille (Ariège)
A shaded walk through the woods along the Douctouyre with some geological explanations.
Circular walk from Laroque-d’Olmes to La Bastide-sur-l’Hers
6.18 mi
+354 ft
-354 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Laroque-d'Olmes (Ariège)
A very beautiful walk, which begins with a tour of the charming town of Laroque-d’Olmes, followed by a lovely stretch of woodland along the ridge leading to the village of La Bastide-sur-l’Hers. The return journey, via the Voie Verte, offers a glimpse into a bygone railway era, with a bridge and tunnel to explore.
L’Aiguillon – La Bastide-sur-l’Hers and back
7.10 mi
+354 ft
-338 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from L'Aiguillon (Ariège)
An easy, shaded walk along the banks of the Hers on a section ofthe GR® 7B. The route follows the right bank of the Hers between L’Aiguillon to the south and La Bastide-sur-l’Hers to the north. There are no difficulties; the route is practically flat, with just one short climb.
Circular from Montferrier to La Coume and Freychinadel
5.63 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,083 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montferrier (Ariège)
A circular route with reasonable slopes and passable paths, overlooking Montferrier. Beautiful views of Montségur Castle to the east, but also of Mont Fourcat to the west. Can be enjoyed in both winter and summer, as it is mainly shaded and follows streams.
Between crests and rivers, a circular in Plantaurel
8.73 mi
+909 ft
-892 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Laroque-d'Olmes (Ariège)
A circular loop in Plantaurel: greenways, woods, ridge views, the Touyre and Hers rivers, and history with the Saint-Roch Chapel and the Castella de Laroque d'Olmes. Something to satisfy all hikers.
Circular south of Lake Montbel starting from La Bastide-sur-l'Hers
8.51 mi
+705 ft
-689 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Bastide-sur-l'Hers (Ariège)
Starting from La Bastide-sur-l'Hers, via Sainte-Colombe-sur-l'Hers and the hamlet of Mireval, this circular offers beautiful views from the ridge:- to the north over Lake Montbel,- to the south over the Tabe Massif with the peaks of Soularac and Saint-Barthélémy, as well as Mont Fourcat.
Sautel–Lieurac circular loop
2.92 mi
+377 ft
-377 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Sautel (Ariège)
The first half of the walk takes place at the bottom of the valley and passes through fields, meadows and the Ruisseau du Sautel. It then climbs steadily up the hillsides, offering sweeping views of the valley, particularly when the trees are bare. This means that, in summer, you’ll be walking in the shade for the second half of the route.
Circular des Tisserants, from Montferrier to Pog de Montségur
8.17 mi
+2,359 ft
-2,336 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Montferrier (Ariège)
A short walk in the Ariège following the routes of the Cathar Trail and the Weavers’ Trail, first heading to the Pog de Monstégur and then venturing into the hills at the foot of the Madoual!
Circular Montferrier via the Freychinadel stream
6.56 mi
+1,509 ft
-1,535 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Montferrier (Ariège)
A circular route starting from Montferrier, mainly through woods, with a section near the Château de Montségur and a return along the Ruisseau de Freychinadel. The route is not always well marked, so follow the trail and instructions carefully at junctions.
Circular in the Touyre Valley from Montferrier to La Peyregade
6.23 mi
+1,440 ft
-1,411 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Montferrier (Ariège)
A short hike in the Touyre Valley, starting from Monferrier, passing in front of the entrance to an old mine, and returning via the hamlet of La Peyregade. There are no difficulties or steep slopes. It can sometimes be muddy due to the proximity of the stream.