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Le Poujol-sur-Orb walks
From Poujol-sur-Orb to the Forêt Domaniale des Écrivains Combattants
Visorando Member
7.35 mi
+1,644 ft
-1,644 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Poujol-sur-Orb (Hérault)
From Poujol-sur-Orb to the Forêt Domaniale des Écrivains Combattants, with ascents via the Croix des Baussels, Combes and theGR®7, and a descent through the village of Le Vernet and then La Borie Basse.
The Chapel of Saint-Vital and Roc de Bessède from Croix des Baussels
4.57 mi
+719 ft
-705 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Combes (Hérault)
This varied route takes you first to the pretty hamlet of Torteillan, a true haven of peace, then, after a short climb under oak and chestnut trees, to the village of Combes. The route then follows a path leading to the Col des Princes, which rises to 588 m and is well known to cyclists. Via tracks, paths and trails, it leads to the (ruined) Chapel of Saint-Vital and the Roc de Bessède, where you can enjoy a magnificent view, at an altitude of 573 m, of the surrounding mountains and the villages of L'Horte and Taussac below.
In the Écrivains Combattants National Forest
6.67 mi
+2,477 ft
-456 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lamalou-les-Bains (Hérault)
This route runs entirely through the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park. It passes through two typical villages and offers numerous panoramic views of the Orb Valley, the Monts d’Orb, the Montagne de l’Espinouse and the Caroux Plateau. Charles Péguy, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Paul Nizan (Les chiens de garde), Robert Desnos and hundreds of others await us in the Forêt Domaniale des Écrivains Combattants.
The Orb and Bitoulet valleys
5.00 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lamalou-les-Bains (Hérault)
A pleasant walk that climbs slightly at the start of this circuit through oak trees, leading to the small Notre-Dame de Capimont Sanctuary, a true haven of peace and coolness. Overlooking the Orb and Bitoulet valleys, you will be in the shade during hot weather and a panoramic view awaits you there.
Notre-Dame de Capimont
3.37 mi
+679 ft
-682 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Lamalou-les-Bains (Hérault)
E12th-century Romanesque chapel with a17th-century hermitage attached, it bears witness to the religious past of the neighbouring villages.
Behind the building, a steep path leads to a small chapel at the top of a monumental staircase: this is the Chapel of Sainte-Anne, mother of Our Lady. From the esplanade in front of the church, there is a superb panoramic view stretching from Carlencas to Caroux and from Pic de la Coquillade to Orb. An orientation table helps you to locate this environment.
The ruins of Mourcairol and Cabrerolles Castle
9.56 mi
+2,638 ft
-2,638 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Les Aires (Hérault)
This challenging hike will take you along steep paths to the ruins of Mourcairol Castle and Saint-Michel Chapel, then on to the magnificent ruins of Cabrerolles Castle.
The megalithic tombs of Combes
5.04 mi
+1,043 ft
-1,017 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Combes (Hérault)
This trail in the Forêt Domaniale des Écrivains Combattants allows you to discover megalithic tombs.
Saint-Michel de Mourcairol Pic de La Coquillade
7.11 mi
+1,867 ft
-1,850 ft
4h 55
Difficult
Departure from Les Aires (Hérault)
Magnificent views that must be earned.Route through the Saint-Michel National Forest: forest of oak and mixed species, along small paths that are quite steep in places.
Pic de la Coquillade via the Saint-Michel Chapel
8.03 mi
+1,870 ft
-1,893 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Les Aires (Hérault)
A summit between the high cantons of Hérault and the wine-growing plain.
Saint-Michel de Mourcairol via the Combe de Baraban
3.97 mi
+912 ft
-906 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Les Aires (Hérault)
This route combines historical discoveries with breathtaking views, allowing you to see the destination of the hike before you.
The Colombières Gorges
6.42 mi
+2,211 ft
-2,231 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Colombières-sur-Orb (Hérault)
An exceptional circular walk above the torrent of Arles where you can discover a cave dwelling and a superb Cervennes collection in the hamlet of Fage.
The Gorges de Colombières via the Col de la Buffe
5.84 mi
+2,510 ft
-2,503 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Colombières-sur-Orb (Hérault)
A different kind of hike in the Gorges de Colombières. The ascent along the left bank of the Ruisseau d’Arles offers a more challenging hike than the PR® route, which lies further to the east and leads to the same spot. Almost uninterrupted views of the gorge throughout the climb allow you to see the western slope of the Gorges. Another way to explore them.
The Écrivains Combattants Forest and the Haut des Gorges de Colombières
6.76 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,191 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Combes (Hérault)
A memorial to all the writers who fought in the two world wars. The war cross carved with stars by the paths lined on either side with steles bearing the names of writers who fought during those periods. An iconic forest site that immerses us in a haven of greenery and peace. It is also a good idea to visit the top of the Colombières gorges and its climbing spots to get a perspective of the surrounding environment.
Le Caroux halfway up
8.25 mi
+3,284 ft
-3,274 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Colombières-sur-Orb (Hérault)
A challenging hike crossing the massif at mid-height. Magnificent views over a succession of valleys and combs connecting the Colombières Gorges to the Héric Gorges. Alternating ascents, descents and flat sections in wooded environments followed by very rocky sections. Two passages equipped with ladders and a few slightly exposed passages, but no particular difficulty. Recommended on days with strong north-westerly winds as the route is well sheltered.
From Esquino d'Aze to Chemin des Fleisses via the hamlet of La Fage
8.10 mi
+3,251 ft
-3,258 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Colombières-sur-Orb (Hérault)
This is a demanding hike with a long, very steep section covering a significant elevation gain from Esquino d'Aze to Tour Verte, but that's par for the course when climbing the south face of Caroux! Beautiful views of this remarkable rocky landscape forming a vertical barrier between the hills of Saint-Chinianais and the Caroux plateau. However, you need to be experienced in walking on rough, unmarked trails.
Caroux, Espinouse, Heric
25.81 mi
+6,286 ft
-6,289 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Colombières-sur-Orb (Hérault)
Located in the Haut Languedoc Natural Park, the two massifs of Caroux and Espinouse offer a multitude of hikes. I suggest a two-day circuit that allows you to explore a variety of landscapes and admire the abundant wildlife (including mouflons).
The hike starts from the car park below the church in Colombières sur Orb. The bivouac area is located around the summit of Espinouse. The second day is spent returning via the Heric Gorges, with the option of a final detour to the old chestnut groves on the mountainside.
Colombières sur Orb - Espinouse
11.30 mi
+4,262 ft
-1,529 ft
8h 55
Difficult
Departure from Colombières-sur-Orb (Hérault)
Day one: Climb up the Colombières Gorges towards the Caroux massif. Cross the Caroux massif towards Douch, then follow the Vialais stream before climbing back up to the Espinouse massif and settling down for the night.
The Forest of the Fighting Writers starting from the Col de Madale
7.10 mi
+1,250 ft
-1,247 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Rosis (Hérault)
The route can be described as moderately difficult. After a short warm-up stretch through the Forêt des Écrivains Combattants to a megalithic tomb, then crossing the hamlet of Madale, this circular route continues around the Serre de la Cabrière via a track that turns into a balcony path offering beautiful views of the Madale and Colombières Gorges and the Moulin de la Fage.
Le Caroux from Les Avels
8.43 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,854 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Rosis (Hérault)
The Caroux is a mountain range with steep slopes and significant elevation changes. The plateau is dotted with purple heather and peat bogs. It overlooks the Orb valley and the Colombières, Héric and Bardou gorges. The 360° panorama stretches from the Montagne de l'Espinouse to the Pyrenees with the Gulf of Lion in the background. This is the most beautiful stage of this itinerary due to its location in the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park.
Circular Aigues-Vives via the Chemin de la Bouissonade (Roman road)
5.92 mi
+689 ft
-689 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cabrerolles (Hérault)
Hike through holm oaks and heath at the edge of the hinterland. It allows you to climb a certain height with ease (gentle slope) before descending "abruptly" via the Chemin de la Bouissonade (an old Roman road) lined with stone walls.
Le Caroux - east face
6.15 mi
+2,270 ft
-2,290 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Rosis (Hérault)
This is the first circuit in a "pentalogy" of routes along the slopes and cliffs of Caroux, offering superb panoramic views and cliffs in a very mineral environment consisting of ledges and ridges. The loop starts from the hamlet of La Fage and follows the upper part of the Colombières Gorges, before heading horizontally below the Caroux plateau, at the foot of the climbing cliffs. The climb back up to the plateau is near the orientation table, before returning via the south-eastern edge of the plateau.
The Sécadou du Bosc de Madale
3.89 mi
+702 ft
-712 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Rosis (Hérault)
This hike will allow you to discover different aspects of the Caroux area: fields of heather, the Bosc de Madale forest and the more mineral landscape of the Colombières gorges with magnificent views of the Caroux walls. During this circular route, you will see several vestiges of past human activity: the old Delbourg quarries, before reaching the sécadou (where chestnuts were once dried).
The Caroux balcony
8.21 mi
+3,458 ft
-3,474 ft
6h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Rosis (Hérault)
Halfway up the Caroux Plateau.
Please note: this hike is for fairly experienced walkers, but offers spectacular views.
Tour of Montagne de Rosis via the Caramaus ridge
6.87 mi
+2,408 ft
-2,372 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Rosis (Hérault)
A lovely circular route starting from the hamlet of Rosis, which circles the mountain of the same name, featuring a wide variety of trails, alternating between ledges and viewpoints, gorges and torrents, and passing successively through the cols d’Aussière and de Vente-Vieille, the Mouscaillou ridge, the Serre d’Esparic, the Caramaus ridge, and the gorges of Aussières and Casselouvre. All this whilst passing through the pretty stone-built hamlets of Rosis and Cours-le-Haut.
Le Pin circular via Estaussan and Vieussan
8.37 mi
+2,195 ft
-2,188 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vieussan (Hérault)
This hike uses part of each Visorando route entitled "La Tour du Pin - Vieussan" and "circular at Le Pin". They are done in reverse, allowing you to do most of the trail at the beginning. Large sections of the route offer interesting views.
Loop starting from Le Pin
7.66 mi
+2,454 ft
-2,451 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Vieussan (Hérault)
This hike offers beautiful views of the foothills of the Massif Central and the plain to the south, with the Orb valley winding at the foot of the slope, and to the north, facing the Carroux massif and the Gorges d'Héric.
