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Escueillens - Etang de la Pène, Bellegarde-du-Razès
Association / Club / Walk leader 
4.81 mi
+266 ft
-282 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Escueillens-et-Saint-Just-de-Bélengard (Aude)
Route proposed during Rando Razès 2025 (short loop). Easy, family-friendly circuit completed with Joëlette wheelchairs during the event. The only "difficulty" is the section along the road at points (8) and (9).
Hounoux ridge trail
Tourist office 
5.02 mi
+545 ft
-551 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Hounoux (Aude)
On the ridge line that marks the watershed between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, there is a fascinating interpretive trail on the geology and formation of these rolling landscapes of Razès, Lauragais and the foothills of the Pyrenees.
Yellow + yellow and red markings for the section on theGR®®78
Around Cazals-des-Bayles
Visorando Member 
11.23 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,043 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Moulin-Neuf (Ariège)
A short family walk without too much elevation gain. However, the route goes up and down constantly. The trail is mostly unmarked, so a map and description are necessary.It is possible to shorten the walk by starting from Cazals des Bayles (church).moderator's note: See reviews, many trails are difficult to navigate, route changes made in 2024.
Panoramic and historical loop in the Moulin-Neuf region
Visorando Member 
11.19 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,224 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Moulin-Neuf (Ariège)
An exceptional panoramic view from the ridge, picturesque villages (Cazal des Faures, Tréziers, Roumengoux) and historic villages (Lagarde), a gigantic feudal castle, a short greenway and the sparkling clear waters of the River Hers. This loop is magnificent from Moulin-Neuf: enjoy!Remember to follow your GPS: this is a new route and the first part is not signposted!
The Roumengoux Fountains Route
Visorando Member 5.10 mi
+427 ft
-466 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Roumengoux (Ariège)
A very easy walk suitable for everyone, where you’ll stroll past restored fountains, also following the old railway line converted into a greenway.
Winegrowers’ Trail in Belvèze-du-Razès
Visorando Member 
11.42 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,230 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Belvèze-du-Razès (Aude)
Circular route through the heart of the vineyards in the Razés massif with magnificent views of the Pyrenees and the Montagne Noire. You pass through the villages of Belvéze-du-Razés, Routier and Alaigne.
Circular route around Camon
Visorando Member 
2.89 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Camon (Ariège)
A lovely family walk that is circular and passes through the village of Camon and its surroundings. Camon is a member of the association ‘Les plus beaux villages de France’ (France’s Most Beautiful Villages) and is also known as ‘The Village of a Hundred Rose Bushes’.
La Croix de Terride and Marty from Mirepoix
Visorando Member 
5.03 mi
+417 ft
-430 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Mirepoix (Ariège)
This family hike will allow you to discover the different landscapes of Mirepoix from two viewpoints: the Croix de Terride with a partial view of Mirepoix but with an orientation table, and before Montbruguet, with a full view. The trail is varied, sometimes open, sometimes in the woods, but always pleasant.
Pays de Mirepoix - Lagarde-Camon-Leran
Visorando Member 
14.82 mi
+630 ft
-604 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Quentin-la-Tour (Ariège)
A winter circular hike. Very beautiful places, where five exceptional architectural elements are gathered: the Château de Saint Quentin la Tour, the Château de Lagarde, the fortified village of Camon, the Château de Leran and the Château de Queille on its rocky outcrop.
Please note: the bridge over the River Hers between waypoints 3 and 4 is undergoing repairs and will be closed until the end of 2017.
Circular of Fount Picou
Tourist office 
3.60 mi
+374 ft
-374 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Fanjeaux (Aude)
This circular loop, which starts along the tramway path, opens onto the hills of La Piège. It encircles a narrow valley that has always been farmland shared by the farmers living in the village. Each of the fields lined up in this way had access or a "step" from the path. A stone hut, flanked by the traditional cypress tree, allowed the farmer and his team to take a well-deserved rest once the "junte" was finished.
Blue markings
Hille and Mont Carrière circular in Fanjeaux
Tourist office 
7.51 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,096 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Fanjeaux (Aude)
In the Aude Cathar Country, the unspoilt village of Fanjeaux, perched on a hill (pech in Occitan), offers spectacular views of the countryside. The undulating route winds its way over the hills, dotted with numerous viewpoints, including Mont Carrière with its four orientation tables.
Red markings and "Circular de la Hille" sign.
The Way of St Dominic from Fanjeaux
Tourist office 
9.12 mi
+935 ft
-935 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Fanjeaux (Aude)
Set off on the path once taken by Saint Dominic to reach the first monastery he founded in Prouille. Crossing the hills, the route reveals the wine-growing village of Lasserre-de-Prouille, a small "circulade" with a remarkable heritage.
This is a shortened version of the long route linking Fanjeaux to Montréal (30 km) via the GR® 78, the Piedmont route of the legendary pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela.
Yellow markings
Landscapes and vineyards of Bas-Razès
Tourist office 
10.78 mi
+840 ft
-830 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lasserre-de-Prouille (Aude)
Starting from Laserre-de-Prouille, set off along the paths through the vineyards of the Malepère appellation to discover four villages perched on their hills: Brézilhac, Ferran, Mazerolles-du-Razès and Lasserre-de-Prouille. Several panoramic views provide an insight into the landscape, which is marked by a wide variety of agricultural activities.
Yellow markings
Chemin des Pibouls
Visorando Member 
7.67 mi
+656 ft
-650 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Lasserre-de-Prouille (Aude)
Whether on foot or by mountain bike, this undulating walk through the vineyards of Malepère will reveal stunning views of the Pyrenees, as well as the Montagne Noire and the Lauragais plain. You’ll also visit three charming little villages known as ‘circulade’.This walk is not recommended in hot weather as there is no shade.
Dessin trail and chapels of La Piège
Tourist office 
6.07 mi
+915 ft
-915 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cazalrenoux (Aude)
Learn to draw while walking and observing the landscapes of the Piège hills, in unusual places such as the Serre des Enchantées or among the sheep on a wild hilltop. This is an original hike between the unspoilt villages of Cazalrenoux and Génerville.
Yellow markings + 7 wooden easels
Chalabre: Greenway and Montbel Lake
Visorando Member 
9.97 mi
+640 ft
-653 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Chalabre (Aude)
This moderately difficult route starts at the old Chalabre railway station on the line that used to connect Mirepoix to Lavelanet, now a greenway. It follows the Hers river, which feeds the Lac de Montbel, crossing two dams before returning to the old Chalabre station after passing through some woodland. It offers views of the Pyrenees and the Lac de Montbel.
The Aude foothills in the vicinity of Chalabre
Visorando Member 
10.39 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,122 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Chalabre (Aude)
This day hike offers a variety of landscapes. First, enjoy the tranquillity of an old railway line converted into a greenway along the Hers river and the orchards of Sonnac-sur-l'Hers. Next, take in the foothill landscapes with multiple views of the Pyrenees and Monts d'Olmes mountain ranges. Finally, return to the plain, passing through the typical rural villages of Montjardin and Chalabre.
Cailhau, in the footsteps of Achille Laugé
Visorando Member 
4.18 mi
+213 ft
-230 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Cailhau (Aude)
This walk allows you to see reproductions of some of the works of Achille Laugé, a pointillist painter who died in 1944 after returning to the Aude region and who painted many landscapes around Cailhau, his village. There are six display stands showing Achille Lauger's paintings from the place where he created them. Enjoy a short 7 km hike.
In the footsteps of the hermit of Calvaire in Chalabre
Visorando Member 
6.15 mi
+751 ft
-732 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chalabre (Aude)
Route on the Greenway and at Calvaire.
The Cailhau Butterfly
Association / Club / Walk leader 
5.92 mi
+371 ft
-371 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Cailhau (Aude)
Discover the beauty of the Razès and Malepère plains. Breathtaking, poetic views.
A walk through vineyards, olive groves, broom, forests and heaths around the magnificent little village of Cailhau. Set off to discover an exceptional natural and historical heritage.
Tour of Lake Montbel
Visorando Member 
9.56 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montbel (Ariège)
A pleasant walk around Lake Montbel. You will pass several dams with beautiful views.
Enjoy the activities around the lake: swimming, water sports, fishing.
A lovely shaded walk in the coolness of the lake during the summer months.
Mont Carrière loop to Villasavary
Visorando Member 
6.36 mi
+994 ft
-1,017 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
A challenging forest circuit on hilly paths with sweeping views over the first hills of the Piège. It is an ideal training ground for keeping fit or preparing your legs for the mountains. Mont Carrière, the highlight of the walk, has four orientation tables, but it is not the only panoramic viewpoint on this circuit, which offers many beautiful sights.
Les Dédales du Temps starting from Villasavary
Tourist office 
6.33 mi
+804 ft
-801 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
Follow in the footsteps of Théodore Denille and discover the landscapes of Lauragais, the hills of Piège du Lauragais and the people who shaped its history. Find your way through the maze of wooded paths, take a few breaks to read the signs and admire the panoramic views, while learning to recognise orchids.
Red markings
Orchid trail in Villasavary
Tourist office 
5.90 mi
+853 ft
-846 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
The wild orchid discovery trail winds its way from the slopes of Mont Carrière to those of Les Canonges, offering a succession of hills and valleys where undergrowth, forests, cultivated areas, short, dry grasslands on limestone soil and wetlands alternate.
Wild orchids have made their home in this setting. However, few walkers pay attention to these sometimes tiny flowers, which rarely grow taller than 20 centimetres, in the early days of spring. Some are very concentrated, others much rarer, growing alone or scattered.
Picto Yellow Flower Markings
Walk between the villages of Lauraguel and Routier
Visorando Member 
4.96 mi
+190 ft
-184 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Lauraguel (Aude)
A lovely walk through the vineyards, in the heart of the Malepère wine region.
Historic trail of Laurac-le-Grand
Tourist office 
2.80 mi
+538 ft
-509 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Laurac (Aude)
The stronghold of the powerful lords who gave their name to the Lauragais, the ancient fortified village of Laurac has retained its dominant position, its medieval silhouette and its authentic stone buildings. The route reveals breathtaking panoramas and allows you to observe the village and nature from the surrounding hills. The information panels along the route tell its eventful history, from the Cathars to the religious wars of the Renaissance.
Yellow markings
Cartiès (Dun) circular - St-Julien - Troye - Limbrassac
Visorando Member 
7.51 mi
+623 ft
-614 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Dun (Ariège)
A nature route! A path through valleys and ridges with magnificent views of the Monts d'Olmes. Originally route no. 14 in the Pays de Mirepoix, the signposting is now quite old.
Circular Besplas near Villasavary
Visorando Member 
6.98 mi
+912 ft
-889 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
Away from the village of Villasavary, starting from the car park below the Besplas leisure centre (in front of the "Bois de Villasavary" sign), this hike crosses the first hills of La Piège, offering a landscape of meadows, woods and fields.
Follow the yellow markings and the wooden signs for "Besplas" or "route de Besplas".
Circular route south of Montréal in the Aude
Visorando Member 4.76 mi
+358 ft
-351 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Montréal (Aude) (Aude)
This walk allows you to discover the village of Montréal with its collegiate church, narrow old streets and green, rolling countryside.
The Lumberjacks’ Trail in Montréal
Visorando Member 
3.78 mi
+633 ft
-620 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Montréal (Aude) (Aude)
A pleasant, short family-friendly and educational route through the woodland in Montréal, home to its collegiate church.
The Way of Saint Dominic from Montreal
Tourist office 
9.58 mi
+528 ft
-541 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Montréal (Aude) (Aude)
Between vineyards and hills, hike in the footsteps of Saint Dominic: a shortened version of this legendary hike using theGR®® 78, the Piedmont Way of Saint James, starting from the pretty village of Montréal, renowned for its majestic collegiate church.
Yellow markings
Between crests and rivers, a circular in Plantaurel
Visorando Member 
8.73 mi
+909 ft
-892 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Laroque-d'Olmes (Ariège)
A circular loop in Plantaurel: greenways, woods, ridge views, the Touyre and Hers rivers, and history with the Saint-Roch Chapel and the Castella de Laroque d'Olmes. Something to satisfy all hikers.
Circular south of Lake Montbel starting from La Bastide-sur-l'Hers
Visorando Member 
8.51 mi
+705 ft
-689 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Bastide-sur-l'Hers (Ariège)
Starting from La Bastide-sur-l'Hers, via Sainte-Colombe-sur-l'Hers and the hamlet of Mireval, this circular offers beautiful views from the ridge:- to the north over Lake Montbel,- to the south over the Tabe Massif with the peaks of Soularac and Saint-Barthélémy, as well as Mont Fourcat.
The Gréoulou circular horseshoe loop from Laroque and Lavelanet
Visorando Member 
6.80 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,240 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Laroque-d'Olmes (Ariège)
Set off to explore this part of the Plantaurel ridges with the unique Gréoulou horseshoe! Perched above Laroque d'Olmes and Lavelanet, this is an original circular route with a very steep climb up Sainte-Ruffine!
Remember to bring enough water.
From the Canal du Midi to the circular village of Bram
Visorando Member 
3.06 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Bram (Aude)
An easy family walk between the preserved centre of the old town of Bram and the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Following a secure greenway between the town and the canal, the route also takes in the canal towpath and a quiet little road. Strolling through the circular village is a pleasure: in this medieval village built in a circle, it is impossible to get lost. This preserved and enhanced heritage site is truly unique.
Bram - Mirepoix Greenway
Tourist office 
23.11 mi
+876 ft
-305 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bram (Aude)
Starting from the Circulade in Bram (a lovely warm-up ride through this unique and well-preserved heritage site), this route follows the path of an old railway line that once linked Bram to Mirepoix and Lavelanet, passing through the charming countryside of the Razès. The section between Bram and Mirepoix is fairly easy for all types of bike (a hybrid bike is best suited), and its high-quality surface is fairly new. However, thesecond section from Moulin Neuf to Lavelanet, which is older, is best tackled on a mountain bike.
Loop via Ivry, La Bastide-sur-l'Hers and Laroque-d'Olmes from Dreuilhe
Visorando Member 8.31 mi
+814 ft
-837 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Dreuilhe (Ariège)
A pleasant, easy loop with beautiful views of the surrounding hills and the Tabe massif: Pic du Soularac, Pic de Saint-Barthélémy, Pic de Girabal, Pic Galinat, Pic du Han and Mont Fourcat.
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