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Le Cayrol walks
Towards Bonneval Abbey
Tourist office
8.35 mi
+1,329 ft
-1,339 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Cayrol (Aveyron)
From the village of Cayrol, on the edge of the Aubrac plateau, this hike takes us back to the deep gorges of a boralde where the Cistercian Abbey of Bonneval nestles in a solitary and peaceful spot conducive to contemplation.
The three streams of Coubisou
Visorando Member
6.87 mi
+1,250 ft
-1,280 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Coubisou (Aveyron)
Discover the village of Coubisou, the beautiful views of the Lot valley and the lovely forests intertwined with pretty streams. Walking along the streams, the walk will be cool in summer and pleasant in all seasons. This is an easy walk, but take particular care at the ford if there has been heavy rain.
VERY IMPORTANT: this hike has been prepared in agreement with hunting clubs and farmers, so please share this magnificent natural environment and respect everyone!
Oratory of Montpeyroux and Château du Bousquet
5.79 mi
+673 ft
-666 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Montpeyroux (Aveyron)
A loop trail through Aubrac cow pastures, passing by an oratory offering a sweeping view, then by a magnificent castle straight out of a fairy tale.
The path of the two churches of Coubisou and Vinnac
5.98 mi
+823 ft
-774 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Coubisou (Aveyron)
Highly contrasting landscapes, from wooded valleys to green hills, traditional farms to replanted terraces. This hike tells a rich story, linking two well-preserved Romanesque churches.
Boralde Valley in Condom
7.75 mi
+1,007 ft
-994 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Condom-d'Aubrac (Aveyron)
A route that first passes through the heights of the Boralde de Condom before descending into the valley of this forest-lined river. Two return trips to the edge of the boralde are added to this circular route to discover the ruins of a mill and an old bridge.
La Boralde de Flaujac
3.43 mi
+604 ft
-597 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Espalion (Aveyron)
Take a very old path from the village of Flaujac, clinging to the slopes of the Boralde, and climb up to the plateau through woods and terraces.
Panorama of the three castles of the Causse de Coubisou
6.20 mi
+1,161 ft
-1,138 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Coubisou (Aveyron)
Discover the beautiful panoramas of the Lot valley, with superb views of the three castles of Estaing, Calmont in Espalion and Cabrespines in Coubisou.
The river "La Coussane", a tributary of the Lot at Estaing.
VERY IMPORTANT: this hike has been planned in agreement with hunting clubs and farmers, so please share this magnificent natural environment and respect everyone!
The Combefouillouse Valley
5.98 mi
+817 ft
-827 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Espalion (Aveyron)
From the Lot to the Alayrac plateau, climbing up a valley with rushing waters in a refreshingly peaceful setting surrounded by lush nature.
Espalion - Golinhac
17.20 mi
+2,484 ft
-1,421 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Espalion (Aveyron)
The twenty-third stage of the Way of St James. This stage crosses the territories of five municipalities in the Aveyron. The landscape is mostly rural and natural, occasionally passing through woods and copses. The route is also dotted with several heritage sites of interest, such as the village of Estaing with its bridge and its towering castle, before reaching the Golinhac plateau, which offers mid-mountain landscapes
Around Espalion
10.85 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,125 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Espalion (Aveyron)
Between the Monts d'Aubrac and the Causse Comtal, the capricious Lot river has made itself at home on either side of Espalion. Visitors are charmed by the valley's mild climate.
The Railway Way
7.45 mi
+1,512 ft
-1,486 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Espalion (Aveyron)
Following the old railway line, which has been converted into a hiking trail, imagine what it was like when it was built a century ago (1905).
The Old Vineyards of Saint Côme d'Olt
5.43 mi
+650 ft
-646 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Côme-d'Olt (Aveyron)
A contrasting hike through lush meadows and rich farmland on the plain or along the slopes, once covered with vineyards, with the medieval town of Saint-Côme-d'Olt in sight.
Cave and Montagne des Enguilhens from Viala Haut
8.51 mi
+1,007 ft
-988 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Condom-d'Aubrac (Aveyron)
A beautiful circular route on the heights of Condom-d'Aubrac, in the summer pastures of the Montagne des Enguilhens and through some beautiful sections of beech forest. Discover a memorial site of the Maquis Roland de l'Aubrac, the Grotte des Enguilhens.
The Causse de Briffoul
4.86 mi
+1,020 ft
-984 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bessuéjouls (Aveyron)
Follow the pilgrims of Santiago de Compostela (GR®65) along a historic path that is difficult but offers a wide variety of landscapes and pleasant views.
From La Fabrègue to Estaing, between the Lot Valley and the vineyards
6.21 mi
+1,093 ft
-1,083 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Estaing (Aveyron)
A circular route starting from the Lot Valley towards the vineyards and the Causse plateau, descending to the village of Estaing and returning via the forest overlooking the river. Panoramic views, old houses and a historic manor, hamlets and isolated farms, the Romanesque church of Vinnac, panoramic views of the Olt Valley, Devèzes, vineyards and ancient terraces.
Cerf route in the Lot and Boraldes Valley
9.72 mi
+2,096 ft
-2,100 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Castelnau-de-Mandailles (Aveyron)
This circular, which is very varied in every respect, is a wonderful way to discover the limestone plateaus, chestnut groves and pastures of the Lot valley.
It offers views and passages through remarkable villages and hamlets.
Small stone bridge at Curières
0.97 mi
+256 ft
-256 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Curières (Aveyron)
A very short circular route to discover a small stone bridge over the Boralde Flaujaguèse, which flows below the village of Curières.
Route around Lake Galens
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.10 mi
+472 ft
-482 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Soulages-Bonneval (Aveyron)
Starting from the church square in Soulages-Bonneval in Rouergue, this is a short hike on the Aubrac plateau.
15/05/2024: Walk modified to 7 to follow the lake shore.
Via Beauregard and the cutlery workshops from Laguiole
3.42 mi
+400 ft
-407 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Laguiole (Aveyron)
A hike with beautiful views over Laguiole and the Monts d’Aubrac, as well as the Monts du Cantal. 360° panorama.
If you wish to do the hike in winter, we advise against making the return trip to the Cascade des Oules (icy path, difficult with snowshoes).
Oules waterfalls
2.38 mi
+338 ft
-351 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Laguiole (Aveyron)
This short walk offers beautiful views of the village of Laguiole and the Oules waterfall.
Heights of the Nuech Valley and Oule Waterfall
9.11 mi
+1,053 ft
-1,063 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Laguiole (Aveyron)
A circular in the heights of the Ruisseau de la Nuech valley, crossing summer pastures and some undergrowth, a short visit to the centre of Laguiole, and finally, a short loop along the Ruisseau du Vayssaire and an arboretum, to discover the beautiful Cascade de l'Oule waterfall.GRP®® or Visorando app useful on one section
