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Around the Abbey of Sainte-Marie-du-Désert
Visorando Member
9.36 mi
+850 ft
-850 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bellegarde-Sainte-Marie (Haute-Garonne)
A hike in the countryside on the border between Gers and Haute Garonne, starting from the Abbey of Sainte-Marie-du-Désert and passing through two pretty little villages, Vignaux and Garac.
The Calvaire walk from the Abbaye du Désert
Tourism professional
1.57 mi
+171 ft
-194 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Bellegarde-Sainte-Marie (Haute-Garonne)
A short, easy walk starting from the Abbey of Sainte-Marie du Désert, ideal for families. This circular route takes you on a journey of discovery, featuring a Way of the Cross, a calvary offering a lovely view, a path through the woods and a pilgrimage chapel. A short, varied and rejuvenating walk.
Short circular loop around Launac
4.44 mi
+138 ft
-125 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Launac (Haute-Garonne)
In the 12th century, a castle and a fortified village were built by the Viscounts of Gimoes. The castle became the property of the Counts of L'Isle Jourdain. Launac was the site of the bloody Battle of Palot. After a period of calm, the seigneury passed into the hands of Toulouse parliamentarians, sparking a conflict over feudal rights. The inhabitants resisted and even emigrated for years. After the Revolution, the market hall and church were rebuilt, a school was created and the ramparts were demolished.
Circular loop around Launac
8.62 mi
+151 ft
-141 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Launac (Haute-Garonne)
A beautiful circular route steeped in history, where you will discover a castle and a fortified village in the village of Launac, which was also the site of the bloody Battle of Palot.
Burgaud Circular - Knights of Malta Route
4.22 mi
+351 ft
-364 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Le Burgaud (Haute-Garonne)
Le Burgaud, a name that recalls the heather that once covered its territory, is a rural municipality 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 Saint John of Jerusalem, who held a commandery there until 1789. The fortified village was clustered around the church and the Commanders' fortified house.
A double circular loop starting from Ardizas
8.21 mi
+581 ft
-607 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ardizas (Gers)
This walk will allow you to discover three villages, mainly along paths.
Bretx circular
7.09 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
1 hr
Easy
Departure from Bretx (Haute-Garonne)
At the beginning ofthe 12th century, the village belonged to the Counts of Isle Jourdain. A fortified village, which later became the property of the Kings of France, Bretx came under the control of various lords: the Faudoas family inthe 16th century, the Le Mazuyer family inthe 18th century and the Belbèze family before the Revolution. Bretx enjoyed prosperity in the19th century, as evidenced by most of the buildings in the village. After declining in the last century, the village is now experiencing a new boom as it welcomes new residents.
A short walk around Saint-Cricq
5.94 mi
+302 ft
-299 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Cricq (Gers)
A short, easy route, accessible to all.
There is little traffic, beautiful views, the lake shore... 30% of the route is paved.
Grand circular of Le Burgaud
8.65 mi
+538 ft
-518 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Burgaud (Haute-Garonne)
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 loop
4.78 mi
+338 ft
-325 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Menville (Haute-Garonne)
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.
Between valleys and hillsides in Cologne
9.33 mi
+774 ft
-768 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Gers
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.
Saint-Cézert circular
8.34 mi
+180 ft
-161 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cézert (Haute-Garonne)
This village, typical of the Toulouse region with its bell tower featuring a triangular gable and its brick houses clustered around the village square, was endowed with a Benedictine priory in 940 and subsequently became the property of the Jourdain de l’Isle family in the 12th century. The church, rebuilt in the 19th century using a ‘sandwich’ construction of bricks and pebbles, was dedicated to Saint Orens, Bishop of Auch in the 4th century. At that time, Abbot Gilard immortalised the faces of the parishioners in the church’s frescoes.
Circular north of Larra.
5.70 mi
+197 ft
-217 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Larra (Haute-Garonne)
On the west bank of the Save, a passageway through the Pyrenees, marked by evidence of ancient occupation: carved and polished stones, jewellery, coins from the Gallo-Roman period.
In the 12th century, Larra became an agricultural estate owned by the Cistercian abbey of Grandselve. The fairs in Grenade allowed the farmers of Larra to sell their produce. The Avocat dairy farm produced wine that rivalled the best vintages of Fronton. In 1955, Larra became an independent commune.
The countryside around Bouillac
8.87 mi
+1,037 ft
-1,050 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bouillac (Tarn-et-Garonne) (Tarn-et-Garonne)
A few small roads at the start and finish, but above all plenty of sections through fields and woods on this walk in the Bouillac countryside, in Tarn-et-Garonne.
Loop in Bouconne Forest via the leisure centre and Lac de la Bordette
8.03 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lévignac (Haute-Garonne)
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.
A peaceful walk in Savenès
6.76 mi
+213 ft
-210 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Savenès (Tarn-et-Garonne)
This yellow-marked hike is not difficult. However, be careful when crossing the D6 road twice.
The path to the Pont des Mascarades
4.80 mi
+381 ft
-381 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Pujaudran (Gers)
A short, easy walk starting from the small Gers village of Pujaudran, in its beautiful countryside, around charming little woods. Lovely views of the Pyrenees and the Toulouse metropolitan area, which is just a few kilometres away.
Vallons Gersois between Pujaudran and Lias
7.00 mi
+400 ft
-390 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pujaudran (Gers)
Starting from the church in Pujaudran, route between Pujaudran and Lias with a detour to Fontenilles.
CR1 marked route from Pujaudran.
The Bouconne Forest from Pujaudran
4.62 mi
+315 ft
-318 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Pujaudran (Gers)
Among the hiking routes available from Pujaudran is the CR2, the Bouconne Forest route.
This is a circular route to the north-east of Pujaudran, which crosses part of the forest via a forest track and continues along theGR®653trail, the Saint-Jacques path, almost to the Saint-Louis entrance, before returning up a small valley, following the central stream.
From the Bouconne Forest to Pujaudran
5.43 mi
+358 ft
-361 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pujaudran (Gers)
Circular starting from the forest house car park, mainly on paths with beautiful views. The start follows part of the Way of St James via Arles. The route to Pujaudran largely follows the GTP (Grand Tour de Pujaudran).
The southern section of the Bouconne Forest trail
4.84 mi
+220 ft
-213 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Pujaudran (Gers)
Starting from the Maison Forestière Saint-Louis, a short, rectangular route through the Bouconne Forest and the Bois de l’Isle-Jourdain, with no tarmac roads and no difficulty.
The Bouconne Forest, following part of the GR®653
7.69 mi
+315 ft
-325 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pujaudran (Gers)
A circular path in the Bouconne Forest that will show you that the forest isn’t actually flat.
On the way there, the route largely follows theGR®653towards Toulouse.
TheGR®653is the Way of St James via Arles. From Toulouse (31) to Borce (64) towards Somport. See: During the hike or nearby
Lac de la Bordette in the Bouconne Forest
9.19 mi
+200 ft
-213 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pujaudran (Gers)
A walk for everyone in the Bouconne Forest, starting from the car park at the Saint-Louis forest house in Pujaudran and heading towards the pretty Lac de la Bordette
Places of interest in the southern part of the Bouconne National Forest
8.61 mi
+318 ft
-338 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Pujaudran (Gers)
A circular route to discover all the highlights of the southern part of the Bouconne State Forest.
The Wolf Route in the Bouconne Forest
4.14 mi
+207 ft
-210 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Pujaudran (Gers)
With a little imagination, the route of the circuit might resemble a wolf.
The route starts and ends at the car park of the Maison Forestière Saint-Louis in Pujaudran.
A easy route that does not follow any roads and is therefore car-free, running through the southern part of the forest.
