Mas-Saint-Chély walks

In the heart of the Tarn Gorges, Saint-Chély du Tarn is a little gem nestled in the cirque of the same name. Its wealth comes from the limestone plateau above and the bridge that crosses the river. What a contrast between the cool, green gorge and the arid plateau! But these are two sides of the same interactive landscape. It's up to you to discover them.

This Causse hike is divided into two distinct sections. The first, a very classic route, crosses the Cirque de Saint-Chély and leads to the charming village from which it takes its name, an iconic site in the Gorges du Tarn. The second, more original and far less frequented, climbs up onto the Causse Méjean to explore Mont Servy. This small, unjustly overlooked peak, rising to an altitude of 1,105 metres, offers an exceptional panorama that alone makes the entire route worthwhile.

This5th stage of the Tour du Causse Méjean crosses the southern half of the Causse du Nord. From the path, you can take in the desert-like expanses of this part of the Causse. Short and easy, this stage can be completed in the same day as the6th stage from Drigas to Meyrueis for walkers wishing to complete the Tour in a circular fashion.

A long stage, culminating in the panoramic view of the Gorges du Tarn.

On this fifth stage, we’ll follow the River Tarn as closely as possible, often right by the water’s edge in a rural setting or on a riverside terrace, always on the left bank. If you want to enjoy it at a leisurely pace, you’ll need to split it into two stages, heading towards La Malène, for example.

A lovely, easy circular walk in the north of the Causse Mejean with little elevation gain and stunning panoramic views.

A discovery walk through this very pretty little medieval town in the Gorges du Tarn, one of the “Most Beautiful Villages in France”

This descent between the two beautiful villages of the Gorges du Tarn is ideal for those who want to explore the gorges at a leisurely pace, with an easy route and plenty to see.

Stage 5 in the heart of the Gorges du Tarn via the Sentier des Gorges du Tarn (left bank) from Sainte-Enimie to La Malène, passing through the picturesque hamlet (with no road access) of Hauterives.

Rather than taking a canoe or a rowing boat, set off on foot along this shaded route through the gorges, where you’ll enjoy fresh perspectives on the legendary sites along this stretch of the Tarn: the ruins of Planiol, Les Détroits, the hamlet of La Croze, Les Baumes Basses and the ‘107’ footbridge! The walk ends after the Pas de Soucy in the lovely village of Les Vignes.A short section of the route towards the end is shared with the GRP® “Tour du Méjan”.

Set off to discover a rural world where tradition meets modernity, where old buildings stand alongside modern structures. A journey from the past to the present along this trail, which runs entirely across the plateau.

This beautiful and varied hike combines a walk along the banks of the Gorges du Tarn with the discovery of magnificent hamlets and villages in the Causse region, followed by a return trip across the Causse Méjean plateau in a remarkable wooded environment. The absolute calm of the causse contrasts with the hustle and bustle of La Malène and the constant stream of canoes descending the gorges. But the prospect of a welcome swim in the summer months will quickly help you forget this inconvenience. The harmonious blend of majestic landscapes and picturesque, well-preserved traditional buildings makes this circuit particularly appealing.

This walk takes you through part of the lower reaches of the Gorges du Tarn via three of its iconic sites: the Roc des Hourtous, the Détroits and the Pas de Soucy, which marks the end of the section accessible by canoe when coming from La Malène. The route, which mostly runs through a lovely pine forest, nevertheless offers impressive views towards the end along the River Tarn, before climbing back up onto the Causse via a very gruelling ascent for which you’ll need to save your energy. The final stretch, which is more leisurely, takes you through the meadows and sparser pine woods of the Causse Méjean, ending at the Roc des Hourtous with its exceptional panoramic view – and perhaps a stop at the local restaurant, open in spring and summer.

An easy hike on the Causse Méjean, passing through three hamlets. You can visit a protohistoric enclosure at the highest point of the hike and see the karstic cave near the hamlet of Hure.

This6th and final stage of the Tour du Causse Méjean crosses the desert-like expanses of the Causse before descending into the Gorges de la Jonte to Meyrueis. This short, easy stage can be combined with the5th stage from Mas-Saint-Chely to Drigas for those wishing to shorten the Tour to five days.

Starting from the charming hamlet of Drigas, this short hike offers a condensed version of the Causse Méjean with the discovery of a dolmen, a lavogne, a karstic cave, a beautiful stone cross and two typical hamlets with remarkable architecture. All this in an open landscape, with wide open spaces interspersed with wooded areas where pine trees reign supreme. An ideal half-day break to recharge your batteries in the great silence of the causse.

A transitional stage, with little change in altitude. Still the wide open spaces of the Causse, with a few megaliths along the way.

An easy hike on the Causse Méjan starting from Nivoliers via La Bégude Blanche and La Fretma, a remarkably restored hamlet on the Causse. TheGR®60passes through the wide open spaces reserved for Przewalski's horses... but you'll need a bit of luck to spot them!