Mercenac walks

A pleasant walk from one old wash house to another, along small roads with lovely views, a short stretch through the forest on a steep but well-maintained path to reach Bagert, and quiet paths through the cow pastures. Suitable for horse riding, accessible on foot; there is a tricky section by bike, but it can be avoided.

A family walk on wide, well-maintained and marked trails between forest and pastures with splendid views of the Pyrenees. The route can be done in both directions: the opposite direction to the one described is perhaps even more beautiful! The markings are easy to follow.

Discover the bourdaous, which are pastoral mountain hamlets, groups of barns and stables used in the past during the summer months. A bourdaou can also be an isolated barn with an adjoining hut, a very basic dwelling for shepherds. This route offers the chance to discover some of them, starting from Cazavet and climbing up to the Cours mountain pasture. The route passes by the summit of Roc de Maléchart, where a 360° view allows you to discover the Pyrenees mountain range.

Winding through narrow streets and along footpaths, this route takes walkers from Saint-Lizier to Montcaliver, a viewpoint overlooking all the Couserans valleys and the splendid peaks dominated by the ‘Lord of the Couseran’: Mont Valier.⚠️ On 18 May 2026, a user reported:>Between the points (6) and (7), the route passes through private property.=> Route and description updated on 24 August 2026 by a moderator

An easy walk, mostly in the shade. Mainly a dirt track, tarmac only in Saint-Lizier. You’ll enjoy superb views of the Pyrenees, the Bishops’ Palace and Saint-Lizier Cathedral.

An accessible and charming hike with varied terrain and landscapes and panoramic views of over 180°.

A circular from the centre to the Aubert Waterfall via Cap de la Bouiche. Beautiful view of Saint-Girons and the heights above Moulis.

This mostly shaded walk offers varied views of the valleys and hills at the foot of the Sourroque massif, with a wild feel in places, all close to Saint-Girons.

This is a lovely walk that will introduce you to the first foothills of the Haute-Garonne Piedmont between Saint-Gaudens and Saint-Girons. With a touch of the mountains about it, this walk will take you from the Valattes Chapel, perched on a grassy promontory, to the Saleich State Forest, passing by the mysterious Laspugue Cave and the lush green meadows of Artigues.

This easy hike is located on the border of Haute-Garonne and at the gateway to Ariège. You will walk along the foothills of the Pyrenees. Varied landscapes and architectural sites are waiting to be discovered on this interesting walk.

This hike takes place on good tracks and forest roads, through beautiful forests of beech, ash, chestnut, boxwood and other trees. The descent is mainly on less comfortable paths, which require a little more attention as they are less well-trodden. The yellow markings are good, but seem to have been scratched and partially erased between points (8) and (9). The route, which is mostly in the shade, can be done in any season. However, avoid periods of fog due to the reported problem of poor markings on part of the route.

A walk around Marbois, passing through the hamlets of Sarraillès, Tuque and Micha before returning to Marbois. Shaded forest tracks for the first half, followed by a mix of quiet tarmac roads and paths through fields for the second half of the route. Several lovely views from the heights over the surrounding countryside and the Pyrenean foothills.

Sunshine, panoramic views of the Vallier massif and the Pyrenees, and barns are all on the agenda for this loop above the village of Balagué.

This pleasant, short walk takes you along good paths through pretty hamlets and beautiful forests of chestnut, beech and oak trees. There are a few lovely views. It can be done in all seasons.

A pleasant climb towards Compussan under the beech trees accompanies the summer pastures. It continues across high-altitude meadows and leads to the rocky massif of Cap de Broc with a beautiful view of the valley floor, returning via Alas and theGR®® which follows the Lez river a little higher up.

A very pleasant walk through beautiful forests along forest tracks and a few well-marked paths. A fairly difficult section that is fully roped off (to be avoided with dogs, otherwise you’ll have to carry them), with numerous short detours to see the entrances to chasms or viewpoints that are not to be missed. Beautiful beech woods and the regrowth of boxwood give this path a touch of magic. The app will be useful as numerous paths cross at various points.

Beautiful views of the Pyrenees and the Salies-du-Salat valley. Pleasant, undulating paths.

A route around the recently renovated and re-erected Croix de Garrié. The route begins in the shade, on a north-facing slope, and follows a gentle gradient for most of the way up this slope. Magnificent scenery on the south-facing slope with breathtaking views of the Pyrenees mountain range and Mont Valier in the foreground. And, before heading down towards the car park at the start, you cross the route to Cap de Garrié and its cross, which the more adventurous can reach in about ten minutes. The return descent is along a slightly steeper slope, but is completely safe, offering views of the Salat valley and the ruins of Encourtiech Castle. This trail, recently renovated and signposted, was created under the supervision of the local council, which oversees and coordinates its regular maintenance.

A viewpoint overlooking the neighbouring villages at your feet. Full view of the remains of the viscount's castle during the climb. At the summit, the Couserans Pyrenees stretch out before your eyes. A 300-metre climb on a well-marked, brand new footpath created in 2021 by the municipality of Encourtiech offers you a breath of fresh air in a splendid landscape.

Pleasant forest walk.

Discover Lastès with a beautiful view of the Ariège mountains – a very pleasant 3- to 4-hour hike.