Le Puech from the Col de Portet d'Aspet

The summit offers a beautiful panorama. The route takes you through the forest to the Col de l'Artigue, then gently climbs to the summit of Puech.

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  • Snowshoeing
    Activity: Snowshoeing
  • ↔
    Distance: 9.87 km
  • ◔
    Duration according to the author: 4 hrs 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 653 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 646 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,662 m
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    Lowest point: 1,055 m

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Description of the walk

Go to the Col de Portet d'Aspet and park in the car park.

(S/E) Take the track south-east between the houses above the car park. It passes alongside the Camping des Asphodèles campsite.

(1) At the fork, continue to the right. Pass Le Soulan then follow the left.

(2) At the crossroads, continue straight ahead on the track and reach the Col de la Bène.

(3) Follow the track to the left, heading south, and climb until you come to a horizontal track, which you take to the left for about 100 metres.

(4) Head up to the right, heading due south.

(5) At around 1,390 m, turn north-east, then 150 m further on, turn right, heading south-south-east towards Col de l'Artigue, through the forest.

(6) From the pass, at around 1,440 m, climb up to the right to the Cabane du Bazet at an altitude of 1,478 m.

(7) From there, descend slightly, heading south-west, towards a small pass, then turn right and climb gently towards the summit of Puech at an altitude of 1669 metres.

(8) Return via the same route to (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,062 m - Parking - Col de Portet d'Aspet
  2. 1 : km 0.33 - alt. 1,083 m - Campsite. Fork in the road
  3. 2 : km 0.77 - alt. 1,103 m - Cross the junction
  4. 3 : km 2.02 - alt. 1,203 m - Col de la Bène (1206 m)
  5. 4 : km 2.18 - alt. 1,248 m - On the right. Due south
  6. 5 : km 2.73 - alt. 1,383 m - To the left. North-east
  7. 6 : km 3.09 - alt. 1,422 m - Col de l'Artigue (1449 m)
  8. 7 : km 3.46 - alt. 1,470 m - Cabane du Bazet (1472 m)
  9. 8 : km 4.93 - alt. 1,662 m - Le Puech (1669 m)
  10. S/E : km 9.87 - alt. 1,062 m - Car park - Col de Portet d'Aspet

Notes

Parking is available at the pass (car park). Please note that access to the pass may require special equipment.

Remember to bring safety equipment.

Worth a visit

Beautiful view from the summit of Puech over the peaks (Cagire, Pic de la Calebasse, Maubermé, Valier, etc.)

Reviews and comments

4.5 / 5
Based on 18 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.4 / 5
Route interest
4.5 / 5
BARRABES
BARRABES

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 16, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Hike done in good weather. The route has very old but still clearly visible markings and numerous signposts, so there is no need for a GPS. The climb through the woods to the Bazet hut is a little tough. After that, the rest of the route to the summit of Puech is easy and pleasant, with magnificent views. It's a great reward after all the effort.

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Eniel
Eniel

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 28, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

It takes a lot of effort, especially at the start, but the view at the end is beautiful, with the added bonus of seeing the shepherd's shelter being lifted away by helicopter!

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Fred31320
Fred31320

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 20, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

More difficult than expected due to the elevation gain
Magnificent 360° view
Lovely hike

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Jcmcx
Jcmcx

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant hike offering superb views from Puech. Well worth the detour.

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Yoganidra31
Yoganidra31
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Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 04, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Hike done on a sunny Sunday with no snow. The climb through the forest is long, and thesecond part requires a GPS, as does the descent through the undergrowth. The arrival at the summit is magnificent, with a 360° view. What a reward!

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THO-RO
THO-RO

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 20, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

There is some elevation gain but no difficulties, and the terrain is easy. The 360-degree view from the summit is superb.
Done in January, without snow but with frozen ground and vegetation, which enhanced the landscape.
The route suggested here is reliable; there are few markings on site.
Plan to have a picnic at the summit, it's magnificent.
This route is accessible to all, but there is enough space for everyone.

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Vendinielle
Vendinielle

Overall rating : 4.5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 28, 2023
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A challenging hike that is well worth the effort. The view from the top is magical! We were lucky enough to leave the clouds behind and enjoy a beautiful blue sky and spectacular panoramic views. Definitely worth doing in summer too.

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migeorges
migeorges

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 17, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

There are virtually no markings on this hike. The first part of the hike is on a wide path climbing through the forest without difficulty. At the intersection marked by the wooden sign LE BAZET, we took a little-used, unmarked path on the left before joining the other path at the edge of the forest. Be careful, as there is a whole section in the forest with no apparent trail and you could lose your way. Fortunately, we had downloaded the hike onto our mobile phone. When you leave the forest at the hut, the view is clear and the route climbs to the summit without difficulty, offering a beautiful 360° view

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philippe remy
philippe remy

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 06, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Done on 4 February 2023 on snowshoes, snow but not a lot. Nice route.

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Paul-Toulouse
Paul-Toulouse

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 22, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Hike done with snowshoes in bitterly cold weather, pleasant and beautiful views.
Thank you to the author for sharing the itinerary with us

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Couarraze
Couarraze

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 25, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Change between points 5 and 6. At point 6, the route passes further north towards point 5. It is more of a curve to the north between these two points. An arrow hanging in the tree on the way up shows the route you should not miss.
The path is clear everywhere else, thanks to those who worked on it.

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pierreaureville
pierreaureville
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 04, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Not too many people out and about due to snow showers, cold weather and thick snow! We hadn't done much snowshoeing this winter, but spring has more than made up for it. Reaching the summit was difficult due to the wind and snowstorm, so we had to turn back, but we weren't far off. We ate on the way down at the Bazet hut, which is very well equipped, with a small stove to warm up. Every time the clouds cleared, we had a beautiful view of the Cagire.

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EstelleKbs
EstelleKbs

Overall rating : 4 / 5

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

We had originally planned to hike up Pic de Paloumère, but we decided to change our plans because of the hunters. In the end, this hike was very enjoyable, with half of it taking place in the forest, which will be pleasant in summer. The weather was too foggy to really enjoy the view. There was a little snow at the end, but it was easy to walk through with our boots. We'll do it again when the weather is better!

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Rabourès
Rabourès

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 17, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

The trail gets a bit lost in the thickets before reaching the Lartigue Pass, but otherwise it's a very nice walk (very busy on this Sunday with beautiful weather and frozen snow), despite the hunters who pose a threat until you leave the forest

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chafrise
chafrise

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 30, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

Given the time of year, the route was interesting, but nothing more. Despite the clear skies, a veil of cloud obscured the horizon and therefore the neighbouring peaks.

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