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The Goutets irises
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.96 mi
+1,749 ft
-1,729 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Port (Ariège)
This circuit provides access to the dry stone hamlet of Les Orris. It is a magnificent pastoral village, used for summer grazing, set in lush green surroundings opposite the Pic des Trois Seigneurs. The hamlet of Les Goutets was used from the 1800s until around 1950.
The Lafont Tower and Cap de Campets
Visorando Member
3.77 mi
+584 ft
-591 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Boussenac (Ariège)
This short hike will allow you to see the Lafont Tower and enjoy a superb 360° view from the summit of Cap de Campets.
Col de Mazel and Pech de Therme from Col de Port
8.50 mi
+2,628 ft
-2,589 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Boussenac (Ariège)
A beautiful hike with lovely views of the town of Foix and its castle, as well as the Pyrenees mountain range.
A very quiet hike, with unspoilt nature, shaded sections in the forest and sections exposed to the sun.
Pic d'Estibat from the Col de Port
5.92 mi
+1,906 ft
-1,932 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Boussenac (Ariège)
A pleasant, easy hike from the Col de Port, in a magnificent setting combining forest, stream, picnic area and views of the Pyrenees. Not very busy except at the pass.
Pic de Razels from Col de Port
4.18 mi
+1,647 ft
-1,647 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Boussenac (Ariège)
A short, easy Sunday hike (500 m elevation gain) leading to Pic de Razels (1,600 m) with a magnificent 360° view. After a winding climb, you reach the ridge, which you follow to the left through a pretty wood to the peak. Lovely views all along the way.
Pic d'Estibat and Sommet des Griets circular from the Col de Port
5.52 mi
+1,896 ft
-1,873 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Boussenac (Ariège)
This is a beautiful hike accessible from the Col de Port, offering magnificent views of the Pyrenees mountain range, from Saint-Barthélémy in the east to Mont Valier and beyond in the west. After a fairly short climb to Pic d'Estibat, the hardest part is over, as the rest of the route continues in a circular fashion along a beautiful ridge before descending through woods and returning on the north side via a pretty valley past the Estibat hut.
Please take note of the comments in the practical information section.
The Pic des Trois Seigneurs loop
6.33 mi
+2,746 ft
-2,726 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Suc-et-Sentenac (Ariège)
A circular walk in a magnificent landscape bathed in a calm and soothing atmosphere. This loop will delight lovers of peace and quiet as well as those wishing to reconnect with nature.
Circular via Port de Lers, Port de Bassiès and Pas de la Portère
7.04 mi
+3,540 ft
-3,507 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Suc-et-Sentenac (Ariège)
A beautiful circular starting from Port de Lers, passing by Pic de Girantes (or Mont Ceint) with magnificent 360° views, then descending to Port de Saleix and climbing back up to Port de Bassiès with superb views of the refuge and the Bassiès lakes. Return via Pas de la Portère via a difficult climb.
Two-day route via the Bassiès Refuge
11.43 mi
+4,810 ft
-4,806 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Suc-et-Sentenac (Ariège)
Do not underestimate these two days, which pack in significant gradients over a relatively short distance.The first day is interesting for the discoveries it offers and a section with virtually no signposting. The arrival at the refuge is magnificent.Spending the night at the Refuge de Bassiès allows you to look forward to the return journey on the second day with greater peace of mind.A visit to the Étangs de Bassiès can be planned for the second day from the refuge, leaving some of your kit there. You can then collect all your kit for the challenging return walk to the Port de Lers car park.
Port de Lers–Bassiès Refuge via Pas du Roc, Étang de Labant, Col Fouzès
7.46 mi
+2,927 ft
-2,493 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Suc-et-Sentenac (Ariège)
The first day takes you to the Bassiès Refuge, passing huts, a valley, mountain passes, an old mine, a pond, and various cols and mountain passes. The stretch from the Col de las Fouzès to the Port de Bassiès is particularly beautiful.The route follows paths and tracks that are difficult due to their terrain (rock, scree, unmarked).See practical information * From (3) to (6), an unmarked path with gradients of 15% and 25%, with Patou sheep present from (4). From (12) to (18), a marked path with gradients of 16% to 30%.Allow approximately 6 hours for the walk.
Estibat hut
6.32 mi
+846 ft
-846 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saurat (Ariège)
A snowshoe walk in the Col du Port area.
This route provides easy access to the base of the Griets summit, making it suitable for children. More experienced hikers can continue on to the Pic d’Estibat.
Ars waterfall and Guzet lake
8.20 mi
+2,992 ft
-3,018 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
Loop starting from Alus-Les-Bains with varied landscapes. Hike to be undertaken after the snow has completely disappeared (check in advance). Several passages through peat, in the middle of streams and avalanche corridors.Please note: look carefully for markings and signposts, which are not always very visible.
Col de la Lau
5.53 mi
+2,592 ft
-2,592 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A lovely, shaded climb between Aulus and the foot of Mont Béas, culminating in a beautiful view of the neighbouring peaks.
Souliou Plateau from Aulus-les-Bains
4.33 mi
+1,886 ft
-1,870 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A lovely walk through the woods starting from Aulus-les-Bains, passing through the Plateau de Souliou.
Cascade d'Ars et cascade du Fouillet
8.87 mi
+3,530 ft
-3,501 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
Boucle au départ d'Aulus-Les-Bains vers la cascade d'Ars et retour par la cascade du Fouillet.
Randonnée très agréable, en forêt sur quasiment tout le parcours, avec pour récompense deux cascades mirifiques.
Majestueuse, la cascade d'Ars est haute de 246 m en 3 ressauts et sa partie médiane large de 60 m.
La cascade du Fouillet, de moindre envergure, est tout aussi belle et impressionnante.
Ars waterfall and valley
9.80 mi
+3,379 ft
-3,379 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
An easy path leads to the Ars waterfall. A slightly more challenging trail climbs up the Ars valley to admire its ponds.
The Ars Waterfall
6.54 mi
+2,726 ft
-2,726 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A fantastic getaway leading to one of the most beautiful and largest waterfalls in the Pyrenees.
Girantes plateau via Étang de Labant
3.44 mi
+886 ft
-886 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
Circular around Coumebière with beautiful views of the surrounding peaks. It will allow you to discover the Étang de Labant, an old mine and the Girantes plateau, which is not as flat as its name might suggest, all at the foot of the 1,975 m Mont Ceint.
Refuge de Bassiès via Port de Saleix
7.09 mi
+2,677 ft
-2,657 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A magnificent hike through varied landscapes along the entire route. The climb to Port de Bassiès is steady and not too difficult. Unfortunately, there is a 280 m descent to the refuge, which you will have to climb back up.
Take advantage of the view of the lakes and the Pique Rouge cirque to rest for a while.
Mont Ceint or Pic de Gérentos
5.59 mi
+2,234 ft
-2,234 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
This is a fairly short hike that takes you to a summit steeped in history and offering superb panoramic views.
Pic de Cabanatous - Étang d'Alate
5.80 mi
+2,297 ft
-2,277 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
This hike, accessible to all, offers a taste of the high mountains. After the Étang de Labant, the route leads to the Pic de Cabanatous, a marvellous lookout point over the Étangs de Bassiès and beyond to the great summits of the Ariège. On the way back, the Étang d'Alate is the perfect place to stop for a break before heading back to the Port de Saleix, a very important ancient communication route that facilitated trade between the Couserans and Vicdessos regions.
Circular route via the Port de Saleix and the Pic de Girantès
5.23 mi
+2,247 ft
-2,244 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
This route offers a very pretty circular route providing access to a superb viewpoint over the entire massif. The Coumebière Plateau is a stunning grassy meadow leading to the Pas du Roc canyon. What’s more, vultures are often seen circling above the Pic de Girantès to take advantage of the updrafts, providing a great opportunity to take some magnificent photographs.
Alate pond
4.28 mi
+1,650 ft
-1,631 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A beautiful blue pond at the foot of the granite Mont Garias with a beautiful view of Mont Valier during the ascent
Pic des Trois Seigneurs ridge via the Rabat slope
8.72 mi
+4,065 ft
-4,055 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Rabat-les-Trois-Seigneurs (Ariège)
This peak at the gateway to the Pyrenees, 1 hour from Toulouse, offers a magnificent panorama of the 3000-metre peaks (Montcalm, Pic d'Estats). The hike is a little challenging, but the varied landscapes (streams, ponds, meadows, peaks) more than make up for the effort. There are no real technical difficulties, apart from the need to use your hands occasionally on certain sections of the ascent or descent.
L'Étang Bleu
Tourist office
6.02 mi
+2,625 ft
-2,598 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Rabat-les-Trois-Seigneurs (Ariège)
This high-altitude hike gives you an exact view of the high mountains of the Ariège and their perched ponds. This small pond in a peaceful setting has an immediate charm.
Moderator's warning as of 22/03/2021: Caution! in snowy conditions, very tricky passage; see reviews
Ajéou plateau
4.43 mi
+797 ft
-791 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
Discover the Ajéou plateau with its chasm, sinkholes, summer pastures and numerous barns, some of which are bird-proof. In several places, you can enjoy views of the Ariège mountain range.
Bassiès Refuge via the Port de Saleix and Bassiès
7.00 mi
+2,969 ft
-2,969 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
This lovely circular walk takes you to the Refuge de Bassiès, over mountain passes, and past lakes and an old mine on the way back.
Pique Rouge de Bassiès
9.11 mi
+4,295 ft
-4,288 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
A very beautiful hike that follows a ridge line and offers magnificent views of the entire massif. This is a hike with a significant elevation gain, reserved for experienced hikers.
Cirque de Garbettou and Étang du Garbet
4.40 mi
+1,831 ft
-1,798 ft
3h 35
Difficult
Departure from Aulus-les-Bains (Ariège)
The ascent is divided into two sections: the Cirque de Garbettou, which is easy to access, with its waterfall and streams, and the steeper, rockier climb towards the Étang du Garbet, with its turquoise-blue reflections, waterfall and occasional snowfields.
26/08/2024: According to reviews, allow a good 4 hours on average to complete this hike.
Cap du Carmil from Col des Marrous in a loop
9.36 mi
+2,103 ft
-2,096 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Alzen (Ariège)
An aerial loop with numerous panoramic views, in the heart of a magnificent beech forest, with a summit offering an exceptional panorama! Come and see the "blue mountains" at the end of a sunny morning.
The Guzet Neige viewpoint
7.31 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,604 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
A tour of the resort, with views stretching from Valier to Mont Béas, passing through summer pastures and beech and fir forests.
The waterfalls on the Chemin d'Espagne
5.76 mi
+1,417 ft
-1,421 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ustou (Ariège)
A beautiful hike in the Uustou Valley, which passes through the hamlets of L'Echart and Ossèse, with numerous waterfalls (especially in spring). As a bonus, you can see the superb Lastien waterfall. A very beautiful hike with no difficulty. Most of the route is covered by vegetation (pleasant in strong sunlight).
Circular via Alzen from Sahuc
9.38 mi
+2,526 ft
-2,503 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Serres-sur-Arget (Ariège)
Circular in the Alzen National Forest, starting from Sahuc, passing by the Sainte-Croix Chapel and the Col de l'Homme. Cross beautiful forests to reach the Alzen plateau and its many hamlets and farms.
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