The Green Labyrinth and the Nébias Nature Trail

An unmissable hike in the Aude region, accessible to all, starting from Nébias and taking you to discover the enigmatic Green Labyrinth.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 7.53 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 35 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 160 m
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    Descent: - 164 m

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    Highest point: 614 m
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    Lowest point: 474 m

Description of the walk

Park in the car park near the war memorial close to the church.

(S/E) With your back to the war memorial, turn left onto Allée de la Promenade and walk a few dozen metres until you reach the junction with Chemin du Moulin à Vent. Go up this tarmac road. The road turns into a track. Ignore the track coming from the right and continue straight ahead to the old mills.

(1) Leave the track and take the path on the right. Pass the remains of the German army fort and enter the forest. Follow this beautiful stretch of forest, which can be slippery after rain, until you reach a track.

(2) Turn left and then, a few metres later, right. You will reach a small lake and, just after the dam, a crossroads.

(3) Leave the track and take the yellow-marked path on the right. Please note that this path is not marked on the IGN map. Follow the path until you reach a crossroads. Turn left until you reach a viewpoint.

(4) Continue along the path that leads to the ruins of a dairy farm at La Borde de Brézilhou after crossing a footbridge. The route then takes you to the gates of the Green Labyrinth.

(5) Make the most of this fantastic stretch that will inspire you, and don't hesitate to take the detours indicated by signs to see the Old Oak, the Harp Fir, and more.
Cross a vast sharp limestone pavement and walk through another labyrinth (follow the recommendations on the entrance sign so you don't get lost). Finish the labyrinth by passing the sign.

(6) Exit the maze and continue towards Nébias. Continue to take the detours when indicated (once again, it is impossible to get lost as the signs are very clear).
After the Chêne Poulpe, return to a "normal" route with beautiful views of Puivert Castle before returning to Nébias and finding the Allée de la Promenade (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 580 m - Car park near the war memorial
  2. 1 : km 0.45 - alt. 610 m - Old Mill - Abandoned Track
  3. 2 : km 1.84 - alt. 533 m - Track
  4. 3 : km 2.55 - alt. 500 m - Track/path junction
  5. 4 : km 3.66 - alt. 535 m - Panorama
  6. 5 : km 4.74 - alt. 586 m - Entrance to the Green Maze
  7. 6 : km 6.04 - alt. 604 m - Green Labyrinth outing
  8. S/E : km 7.53 - alt. 580 m - Car park near the war memorial

Notes

Video of the hike available at the following link https://youtu.be/kYx8LCFLn0E

Be careful after rain, as three-quarters of the route is shaded and will be slippery.

Worth a visit

When passing through the Green Labyrinth, there are several detours you can take to discover remarkable trees (don't worry, everything is very well marked and signposted with several signs).

GR®7and Cathar trail nearby.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 17 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.8 / 5
User 15508851

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 25, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Long passage through the forest at the beginning, path in good condition with a few easy climbs and descents!
The walk ends on a high note with this fabulous natural maze.

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User 3873791

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 06, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very pleasant, well-shaded trail, ideal for a hot day. I mentioned that the path was busy, but it was only at the end, when we were on the green maze trail. We were alone for the entire first part of the trail. The end of the route (green maze) is truly remarkable and worth the detour, it really gives the feeling of an enchanted forest. It was enough to motivate our young walkers (aged 10 and 13) for the last few kilometres.

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User 25110455

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 08, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

a magnificent hike in this fairytale-like green space. The labyrinth formed naturally by the stones is absolutely brilliant. My only regret is not having seen the harp tree in its natural state... but the artistic restoration in carved wood is also very beautiful and perfectly complements the location. Very good description, clear and easy to follow.

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martine cls
martine cls
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Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 10, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Incredible, unique landscape!
Of course, it's impossible not to get lost in the maze, but we accept the rules of the game and always find our way out in the end. A must-see!

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Ramel
Ramel

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 07, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

The nature trail follows little-used paths, pretty landscapes, with little or no road.
The Green Maze section is amazing.

A lovely experience

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Raph26
Raph26

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 15, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A magnificent hike accessible to the whole family
I recommend taking the nature trail.

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Gurgulcut
Gurgulcut

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 02, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful circuit, shaded and accessible

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Philoo82
Philoo82

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 02, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Superb location, shame that the box trees have been devoured by the box tree moth. I hope they will recover...
We missed a turn because we weren't paying attention on the first part; the markings are sometimes faded.

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HerveE
HerveE

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 18, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

The markings (yellow lines) are sometimes faded, particularly at the bottom of the course. Using the app in real time makes it easier to find your way.
Shaded route. The green maze is a fabulous site

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Gurgulcut
Gurgulcut

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 15, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful walk, the maze is superb.

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Cath BP
Cath BP

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 10, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very beautiful walk, with varied surroundings from start to finish, and an atmosphere that encourages contemplation

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SABINE80
SABINE80

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 05, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Easy hike with a rather "magical" spot that is out of the ordinary. Not to be missed. Very well marked trail.

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libellule1452
libellule1452

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 23, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent, easy hike. No difficulties. There are several paths in the maze, but we manage to find our way out! Lots of little curiosities to see! Very good for children.

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Tachmal
Tachmal
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 01, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Very pleasant nature trail and magical green maze.
Very well signposted.
Thank you for this lovely walk.

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gk
gk
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 30, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant trail through the woods, unremarkable at first but then surprisingly beautiful in the green maze. The nature trail is clearly marked throughout (yellow markings). Shortly before 6, the trail leaves the nature site and switches to green markings, but rejoins the nature trail and its yellow markings a little further on. As indicated, the first part is a little slippery when it has rained but remains very passable. To enjoy the magic of the maze, the more agile should take a detour after 6 via the "calmi salvatge" circuit (signposted). There is no risk of getting lost as the markings are very clear.

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