The Capens Grand 8

This hike forms a circular figure-eight loop starting from Capens, with views of the Pyrenees.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 8.40 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 50 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 166 m
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    Descent: - 162 m

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    Highest point: 287 m
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    Lowest point: 179 m

Description of the walk

Car park at the Capens village hall (Chemin de Maho).

(S/E) From the car park, head towards the village of Capens. Atthe first crossroads, go straight ahead into the housing estate, Rue des Acacias. At the end, turn left into Rue des Châtaigniers (dead end). At the end, turn right onto a path that leads to the banks of the Garonne. Follow the river on your left.

(1) Further on, at thefirst intersection, turn right onto Chemin de la Garonne and walk slightly uphill. In the village, turn left onto Rue du Lavoir, then turn right onto Place l'Église.

(2) At the end of the square, first turn right then left and follow Rue de la Mairie. Then turn left onto Avenue de Danflous. You will come out onto the D622; follow it straight ahead towards Auterive.

(3) After about 150 metres, turn right onto Chemin de la Côte de Bitou. Continue straight ahead and cross a small strip of woodland.

(4) At thefirst intersection, continue straight ahead onto Chemin de Cansuc au Jucassaou.

(5) At thesecond intersection, continue straight ahead, still on Chemin de Cansuc au Jucassaou.

(6) You will come out onto the D48e (Chemin de Maho) and follow it downhill to the left.

(7) At the "No vehicles over 6 tonnes" sign, turn left towards Ponset. Pass this hamlet and continue along Chemin de Cassagne. Cross a wood and continue between the fields. Pass the hamlet of Bitou.

(8) When the road makes a sharp right turn, go straight ahead onto Chemin de l'Oratoire. Return to thefirst crossroads you passed on the way there.

(4) Turn left and follow Chemin de la Côte de Bitou for about 100 metres.

(5) At thesecond crossroads you already passed on the way there, turn right (south-west) and follow Via Garona.

(9) Return to the D48e and follow it to the right and downhill. Ignore a smaller road coming from the left, turn right and return to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 196 m - Car park at the Capens village hall
  2. 1 : km 0.97 - alt. 179 m - Intersection - Garonne (fleuve)
  3. 2 : km 1.27 - alt. 194 m - Église Saint-Étienne (Capens)
  4. 3 : km 1.66 - alt. 193 m - Towards Bitou
  5. 4 : km 2.24 - alt. 230 m - First crossroads of the Grand 8
  6. 5 : km 2.37 - alt. 240 m - Second crossroads on the Grand 8
  7. 6 : km 3.3 - alt. 287 m - DD48e road
  8. 7 : km 4.36 - alt. 224 m - Towards Ponset. The log of the - Aunat (ruisseau) - Affluent de la Garonne
  9. 8 : km 6.36 - alt. 217 m - Chemin de l'Oratoire
  10. 9 : km 7.41 - alt. 260 m - D48e road
  11. S/E : km 8.4 - alt. 196 m - Car park at the Capens village hall

Reviews and comments

4.3 / 5
Based on 13 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.5 / 5
Route interest
3.9 / 5
DomInTarn
DomInTarn

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 12, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Enjoy your hike, but be aware that there are three dogs running loose on a farm on section 8->4, the smallest of which is fond of calves...

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Philippe D4.
Philippe D4.

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 16, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Beautiful hillside route with stunning views of the Pyrenees. Muddy section above Capens.

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Mary1811
Mary1811
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Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 16, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A gentle walk, ideal in spring or autumn as there is virtually no undergrowth. This means you can enjoy the sunshine. Much of the route is along roads, but these are very quiet. Lovely views of the Pyrenees, the River Garonne and the surrounding villages. Wear good footwear and take walking sticks as some sections are slippery after rain. Suitable for children.

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l'indienne
l'indienne

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 28, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

It's a shame that the overcast sky prevented us from seeing the Pyrenees mountain range.
A pleasant walk.

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Nelly Marie
Nelly Marie

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 30, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant walk through fields and woods, slightly hilly. Some sections are on quiet roads. After heavy rain, the dirt paths can be slippery. Bring walking sticks.

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Bernard CONDAMINES
Bernard CONDAMINES

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 27, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A short route that is perfect for winter. The banks of the Garonne are delicate following recent flooding, with trees lying across the path that must be bypassed from above, and a very muddy section between 8(5) and 9 (return loop) despite the slope. Magnificent views of the Pyrenees and the Garonne valley. Very few shaded areas, so not recommended for summer.

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MICMUR
MICMUR

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 15, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

It's perfect for walking in winter. Most of the route is on quiet tarmac roads and the paths remained accessible despite recent heavy rain. Magnificent views of the Pyrenees at points 6 and 9.

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Seb31
Seb31

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 01, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Best done in dry weather or in summer, as the dirt paths are muddy and slippery. Not suitable for trainers, but still enjoyable.

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SandrineAlexandre
SandrineAlexandre

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 31, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

Trip taken on 28 May 2021. This short hike offers superb views of the Pyrenees and is always a treat for the eyes in good weather. It should be noted that a large part of the route is on roads, although these are not very busy.

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cedkt31
cedkt31

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : May 24, 2021
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

Beautiful views but a bit too much tarmac. Fortunately, there were few cars on the roads we took.

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Blacksad31
Blacksad31

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 24, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant walk with plenty of variety between the banks of the Garonne, the village and the hillsides. Beautiful views of the Pyrenees on route 6, and the same on route 9, with the added bonus of a clear horizon stretching all the way to the Garonne valley. The roads taken are very quiet. Lots of birds at the time we did the walk (May). A beautiful route.

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Poupounette
Poupounette
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Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 13, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Wonderful walk!
Thank you for the discoveries.

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jean paul portal
jean paul portal

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 15, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A slight concern between 3 and 4, as there is a risk of moving towards 5, but the hike remains enjoyable.
Best regards, Jean Paul.

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