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Montclar (Aveyron) walks
Brousse-le-Château along the Tarn valley
Visorando Member
4.96 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,109 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Brousse-le-Château (Aveyron)
Perched on a rocky promontory, at the confluence of the Tarn and Alrance rivers, the magnificent small village of Brousse-le-Château is noted for its exceptional location.
Cayla Trail
AONB
8.55 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,381 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Martrin (Aveyron)
Set against a backdrop of rolling hills, stretching from the Martrin ridges to the Gos Valley, this walk offers a wealth of local heritage, dominated by the wine-coloured Romanesque church of Cayla
The superb village of Martrin welcomes you for a long hike to the hamlet of Le Cayla, perched on a rock overlooking the Gos Valley. From the Hospital Tower in Martrin to the paved slanting streets of Le Cayla, via the magnificent site of Saint-Exupère and the dry-stone walls, a hidden heritage unfolds before your eyes
Hills and valleys around Coupiac
10.98 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,739 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Coupiac (Aveyron)
This route, set amid stone landscapes and valleys, allows you to discover the Occitan crosses that mark the entire route around Coupiac and its castle. A patchwork of hills and valleys along the route will delight the eye.
Saint-Igest trail in the Tarn valley
6.47 mi
+1,421 ft
-1,437 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montclar (Aveyron) (Aveyron)
Overhanging path offering magnificent views of the Tarn valley, Brousse-le-Château and the Lévézou.
Yellow markings along the entire route.
The forgotten paths of Cayla
5.06 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,122 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Martrin (Aveyron)
A short, scenic walk through the lush countryside of the Gousilles and Gos valleys and the surrounding hills.
The Château de Saint-Izaire trail
10.39 mi
+1,188 ft
-1,168 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Izaire (Aveyron)
In the heart of the Rougier de Camarès and crossed by the Dourdou, the medieval village of Saint-Izaire welcomes us with its imposing suspension bridge, its red sandstone church and its 14th-century castle (former residence of the bishops of Vabres l'Abbaye). You will be charmed by this delightful village, where the sun gives the red stone facades a flamboyant appearance.
Saint-Dalmazy from Brasc
6.09 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,427 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Brasc (Aveyron)
From the village of Brasc on the plateau (at an altitude of around 600 m) to the banks of the Tarn, with numerous viewpoints overlooking the river, the villages and the southern slope of the Tarn valley.
The direction has been reversed compared with a previous publication so that the steepest section is on the descent, making the walk easier.
Route around Saint-Izaire
1.66 mi
+295 ft
-295 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Izaire (Aveyron)
A short walk, though with some elevation gain, which will allow those looking for a gentle stroll in the morning or afternoon to discover beautiful trails, a magnificent view of the medieval village of Saint-Izaire, and a superb panorama of the Dourdou valley. The route is also suitable for mountain bikes.
Circular walk starting from Lavabre, in the commune of Connac
5.91 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,161 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Connac (Aveyron)
A former vineyard belonging to Vabres Abbey, the site of a major battle against the Norman invaders in 864,
you start this walk in the hamlet of Lavabre, where an old Templar barn still stands.
From Lincou to Brousse-Le-Château, following the river...
8.02 mi
+331 ft
-322 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
A very pleasant stroll, there and back along the banks of the River Tarn, connecting two charming villages: Lincou and Brousse-le-Château. The latter is listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France".
The banks of the Tarn, my way, starting from Lincou
9.39 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,529 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
Beautiful views over the Tarn valley and charming villages: Lincou, Connac, Lavabre.
The last three kilometres are a very pleasant stroll along the Tarn. Beautiful stone crosses all along the route. Yellow markings on certain sections of the path.
On the paths of the women of the earth, starting from Viala du Dourdou.
4.32 mi
+653 ft
-676 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Calmels-et-le-Viala (Aveyron)
In the heart of the Rougier, the village of Viala du Dourdou, in a dominant position, offers easy hiking and surprising views in the Grands Causses Regional Natural Park.
A circuit from Saint-Sernin-sur-Rance
8.84 mi
+1,565 ft
-1,552 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sernin-sur-Rance (Aveyron)
This hike, mostly in tree-shade, takes you through coombs and valleys to the south of Saint-Sernin-sur-Rance. Beautiful paths, some of them forgotten or seldom used, add a pleasant touch of wilderness. A breath of fresh air in absolute calm, in an unspoilt natural setting, not forgetting the two menhir statues at Pousthomy, which add a touch of historical interest to this walk.
The Lincou trail starting from Réquista
8.73 mi
+1,526 ft
-1,503 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
From the Ségala plateau to Lincou on the banks of the Tarn.
There are numerous vantage points overlooking the Tarn valley and the Requistan countryside, home to the Lacaune sheep, whose milk is used to make Roquefort.
From the Ségala plateau to the Tarn valley
9.12 mi
+1,637 ft
-1,627 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
From Réquista, situated to the south of the Ségala plateau, to Lincou, on the banks of the Tarn.
Numerous viewpoints overlooking the Tarn valley and the Réquista countryside, a land of livestock farming, particularly the Lacaune sheep, whose milk is used to make Roquefort.
The meandering Giffou river as it flows out of Réquista
6.45 mi
+814 ft
-810 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
Réquista is France’sleading sheep-farming canton. Here, the Lacaune ewe reigns supreme. It is from her milk that the famous Roquefort is made. And it is here, in Réquista, that the Société dairy is located, where the cheeses are produced before being sent to the cellars of Roquefort to be matured.
Every year, on thefirst weekend in June, the Sheep Festival is held: walks, meals, street entertainment, a dance… and more.
Les Raspes du Tarn
10.30 mi
+3,123 ft
-3,104 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Le Truel (Aveyron)
This route alternates between climbs (sometimes steep...), descents (just as steep...!), narrow paths and tracks, and a bit of road too.
You pass through steep-sided valleys and very pretty hilltop villages, and most of the time you walk along a balcony-like path above the Tarn, a river with emerald-green waters (well, almost...).