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Monestiés walks
From Cérou to Zère via Saint-Hippolyte
Visorando Member
9.41 mi
+715 ft
-732 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Monestiés (Tarn)
A varied hike through woods, fields and meadows that joins the Zère, a tributary of the Cérou, passing by the Château de Saint-Hippolyte, built in the 14th century and since restored.
Two medieval villages offer an interesting heritage: Monesties, one of the most beautiful villages in France, and Salles-sur-Cérou with its picturesque red sandstone houses.
The heights of Monestiés
3.77 mi
+390 ft
-384 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Monestiés (Tarn)
This short walk in the hills around Monestiès offers beautiful views of the village and the Ségala mountains. After crossing the Lauzeral forest, the trail winds along the old railway line.
Remember to take a torch to get through the unlit tunnel.
Yellow markings "La Borie Blanche"
Circular route from the Château de Saint-Hippolyte to Monestiés
7.70 mi
+794 ft
-794 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Monestiés (Tarn)
A good walk with a slight incline but not too steep and varied landscapes.
Monestiés -Salles - Combefa
14.83 mi
+991 ft
-997 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Monestiés (Tarn)
This beautiful hike will take you through three villages that are well worth a visit for their location and architectural heritage. The route is varied and offers beautiful views of the Albigeois and Carmausin regions.
Carmausin dovecotes in the Pays de Cocagne
6.59 mi
+866 ft
-866 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Labastide-Gabausse (Tarn)
Set off to discover the different types of dovecotes in the Ségala, following a themed route.
These dovecotes were essential, through their production of guano, for enriching the soil in the cultivation of woad, which was the emblem of the Pays de Cocagne.
Some are of simple construction, whilst others, more imposing and integrated into large estates, bear witness to the wealth of the pastell growers of yesteryear.
Lands of light and shadow around Carmaux
9.08 mi
+482 ft
-492 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Carmaux (Tarn)
Wandering through mining country, the hiker’s footsteps take the place of the train’s, laden with precious ore. A lovely route steeped in history.
Along the Céret from the Roucarié Reservoir
Tourism professional
5.47 mi
+620 ft
-646 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Monestiés (Tarn)
A walk that will allow you to discover the landscapes of the Ségala Carmausin, a land of farmers and miners. This walk is fully signposted (PR® Yellow) and also features directional signs. The entire route follows small roads and local paths. Small signs featuring quotes on biodiversity adorn this trail. Scan the QR code for information about the route and other walks.
From Carmaux to Albi under the sign of coal
14.19 mi
+758 ft
-978 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Carmaux (Tarn)
A hike in the footsteps of the old coal mines.
Discovery Trail: the Laurentians
3.65 mi
+210 ft
-203 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Garric (Tarn)
Walking or mountain biking route: this circular loop around the Sainte-Marie Trench starts at the Esplanade de Cap Découverte and offers a bird’s-eye view of the trench. It passes through the Bassin de Nicou and Lac des Laurentides.
We will also follow the botanical garden and its wetland, home to water irises and water lilies.
Finally, we’ll finish this walk by crossing the Parc des Titans, then taking a section of the Charbon au Soleil interpretive trail in the Parc du Carbonifère.
A walk in the Ségala region around Sainte-Gemme
5.18 mi
+748 ft
-755 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Gemme (Tarn) (Tarn)
This route will take you through part of the Ségala region in the Tarn and along the paths once used by mining peasants to reach the mines around Carmaux.
Around Livers-Cazelles
6.61 mi
+883 ft
-889 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Livers-Cazelles (Tarn)
A walk to discover the castles near Cordes. The Château de Cazelles was an advanced defence for Cordes. The Château de Livers dates from the 15th century and owes its charm to the Renaissance. The route only follows wide paths and trails.
The old Viaur Mill
4.93 mi
+1,037 ft
-1,060 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Mirandol-Bourgnounac (Tarn)
This is a lovely half-day walk to enjoy in all seasons, offering a chance to discover the local heritage of the Carmausin region.
__WARNING!
From June 2022 until further notice, this path is closed due to the risk of rockfall.__
The Lo Puech Pounchut Trail
9.97 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,096 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mirandol-Bourgnounac (Tarn)
From the square in front of Mirandol-Bourgnounac Town Hall, a path will take you to the Pont de Cirou, an ancient Roman road, on the banks of the Viaur.
Take care on the first few technical kilometres by mountain bike up to the Pont de Cirou. This 14th-century bridge, the oldest crossing over the Viaur, was used to link the Aveyron to the Tarn. Along the Viaur you will discover the Moulin de Pignac,
This route can be done on foot or by mountain bike (marked for both mountain biking and walking).
Tour of the Fourogue Reservoir
3.83 mi
+141 ft
-154 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Cagnac-les-Mines (Tarn)
A short, very pleasant walk that takes you to the well-maintained reservoir.
The postman's round (short version)
6.24 mi
+666 ft
-686 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve-sur-Vère (Tarn)
This hike around Villeneuve-sur-Vère allows you to discover the beauty of the Causse Cordais landscapes. You will walk among white stones, cereal fields and vineyards near local producers: lentils, oil, brandies and Gaillac wines.
The Postman's Round east of Villeneuve-sur-Vère
6.61 mi
+594 ft
-594 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve-sur-Vère (Tarn)
A pleasant ride through the countryside north of Albi. Meadows alternate with vineyards under the wheels of the postman's old bicycle.
Around the Ruisseau de Candour
11.52 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,742 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Laguépie (Tarn)
This countryside circular walk circles the pretty valley of the Ruisseau de Candour, taking in a bucolic landscape punctuated by the passage through hamlets and small, timeless villages. Pleasant in summer thanks to the many shaded sections, this circular walk is recommended in spring or autumn for the colours nature displays during these seasons. There are tarmac sections on quiet country lanes, but these do nothing to detract from the overall charm and tranquillity of the route.
Viaur Valley - Le Carrelié - Pont de Cirou - Pampelonne
14.98 mi
+1,893 ft
-1,890 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Mirandol-Bourgnounac (Tarn)
A beautiful hike that will take you from the shady banks of the Viaur to the Pont de Cirou site. In Pampelonne, if you wish, you can visit the ruins of the Château de Thuriès, which overlooks the rocky bend of the Viaur. Finally, to finish, stop at the Vieux Mirandol viewpoint before returning to your car.
Moderator's note Trail closed by municipal decree due to risk of rockfall from 31 May 2022 until further notice, see notices.
In the footsteps of the Cistercian monks around Castanet
9.86 mi
+997 ft
-1,020 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Castanet (Tarn) (Tarn)
In days gone by, the monks of Bonnecombe Abbey, near Rouergue, used the “Chemin des Moines” to transport various produce they grew around a barn south of Castanet.This path winds through a landscape of copses, vineyards and traditional farmhouses that characterise the hillsides of Albi.
This route is a shortened circular route of the so-called official 21 km route.
Through the hamlets of Béteille and Belpech to Saint-André-de-Najac
3.96 mi
+443 ft
-449 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-André-de-Najac (Aveyron)
A lovely hike starting from the hamlet of Béteille in Saint-André-de-Najac and heading towards the hamlet of Belpech, passing through country lanes and forests, with the River Aveyron flowing gently in the distance. Beautiful panoramic views and, just after passing through the hamlet of Béteille, views of the Château de Najac.
Hiking trail no. 8
The Albi hillsides from Cestayrols to Lincarque
6.27 mi
+538 ft
-541 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cestayrols (Tarn)
A short, unpretentious walk, just to get some fresh air.This trail will take you through a landscape of valleys and small hills planted with vines.Along the way, you'll also find some lovely surprises in the form of small rural heritage sites dotted around the landscape, such as dovecotes and wash houses.
Through vineyards and hillsides around Cestayrols
14.13 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,276 ft
7h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cestayrols (Tarn)
A beautiful hike through vineyards, valleys and hillsides around Cestayrols. A few beautiful residences dot the route and add to its charm. Best done on a beautiful autumn day when the vineyards change colour.
There is a little bit of tarmac on this hike, but it is on quiet, bucolic country roads.
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