Le Burgaud walks

Le Burgaud, a name that recalls the heather that once covered its territory, is a rural commune where the first hillsides of Gascony begin. Traces of six Gallo-Roman villas have been found in the village. It was founded in 1124 by Lord Bertrand de Cobirac, who ceded the territory to the Knights of St John of Jerusalem, who held a commandery there until 1789. The fortified village was clustered around the church and the Commande fortified house.

Menville is a pleasant little village on the left bank of the Save. The river meanders lazily through green meadows. Pretty houses with carefully tended gardens are grouped around the bell tower. The residents of Menville enjoy the peace and quiet and proximity to nature. Country roads lead to beautiful old farms, which everyone takes pride in maintaining and improving.

This loop is recommended by the festival committee and allows you to discover the small village of Bourret. Once there, you can enjoy the facilities, such as the children's playground, football pitch and pétanque courts. There are a few sections on tarmac roads, but mainly on paths through fields.

A short, easy route, accessible to all. There is little traffic, beautiful views, the lake shore... 30% of the route is paved.

Cologne, near Toulouse, remains one of the most beautiful bastides in the South-West. In the surrounding area, open farmland offers glimpses of brick houses, hydraulic and tourist facilities, and more.

Route through the Bouconne National Forest. No particular difficulty as this hike has very little elevation gain. Very shaded route, perfect for summer family hikes.

For a country walk along the banks of the Garonne and Aussonnelle rivers. This route is suitable for walking, jogging or mountain biking.

Throughout this hike, you can admire the multitude of dovecotes, each one different. The trail takes you back to the bastide town along the banks of the Gimone and ends at the wash house.

Along the trail, you will follow rural paths and discover remarkable landscapes, cultivated plains and shady valleys. You will have an unobstructed view of the Girou plain and the hillsides. You will be accompanied by numerous butterflies, and the diverse wildlife and flora along the trail will brighten up your hike, including a private park populated by deer.

A country walk through the fields and woods around Cépet (31 ). There are a few short stretches on roads open to traffic, but this does not detract from the charm of this walk on the outskirts of Toulouse.

This walk close to the city remains mostly rural and allows you to discover the pretty Pont Saint Jean bridge and the small Bois de Monturon forest. An ideal family walk with no difficulty.

A short walk for jogging or hiking. Enjoy a superb panorama of the northern Toulouse countryside and a walk through the oak woods, avoiding traffic as much as possible.

Blagnac (Blanhac in Occitan) is a French commune located in Haute-Garonne in the Occitanie region. The town is known for its airport, its aeronautical museums, its Odyssud theatre, and also for the Blagnacais, its large Ramiervc v park on the banks of the Garonne, where it is nice to meet up with friends and family for a picnic.

For jogging or hiking in northern Toulouse. A rural route partly along the edge of Lac Sesquières on the banks of the Garonne, far from traffic.

Circular, mainly in the forest or forest edge, with relatively little asphalt. May be muddy in places (field edges and tractor tracks) after rain. Some beautiful views of Lias, Bonrepos-sur-Aussonelle and the Toulouse plain.

A path for jogging or walking off the beaten track and finding yourself surrounded by nature in the hills north of Toulouse, while remaining very close to the city. You can admire beautiful panoramic views, including a beautiful view of the city of Toulouse with the Pyrenees in the background, but only on very clear days. Depending on your physical condition, the route can be adapted in several ways, or divided into several circuits.

Come and escape to the bucolic surroundings of Bonrepos-sur-Aussonnelle, on the border between Haute-Garonne and Gers.

Stroll along the left bank of Toulouse and discover the city's new developments on a former industrial site. Green spaces have been created to provide shade and coolness in summer. The route is safe and away from traffic. The walk continues towards the historic district and ends at Saint-Cyprien.

This very easy urban walk will take you to the 10 remains of the Roman ramparts of Toulouse fromthe 1st and 3rd centuries AD that are still visible today in public spaces. The duration of this walk will depend on how much time you spend observing the sites.

Starting from the peaceful village of Pouvourville, this easy walk can be enjoyed in all seasons. The signs are everywhere, guiding us along the tree-lined path to the Oppidum de Cluzet, where the first inhabitants of Toulouse lived in the Neolithic period. From the Gallic oppidum, and all along the cliff-top path on the heights of Pech David, you can enjoy magnificent views of the Garonne River flowing through the Toulouse plain.