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Monteils (Gard) walks
The Old Town of Monteils
Local authority
4.87 mi
+505 ft
-489 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Monteils (Gard) (Gard)
A walk through the heath, dotted with views of Alès and the Cévennes. You’ll set off to explore the oppidum after discovering the village, which is full of charm. It’s a lovely springtime circular route.
A short circular loop in Deaux
Visorando Member1.70 mi
+131 ft
-105 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Deaux (Gard)
A short, unpretentious walk starting from the Deaux Town Hall car park.
A leisurely one-hour walk.
The return journey is along a tarmac road.
The Camisards' Cave from Euzet
5.96 mi
+653 ft
-650 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Euzet (Gard)
Small circuit around Euzet, to discover the Cave or Baume des Camisards.
Pretty villages and beautiful countryside between Uzès and Nîmes
13.19 mi
+801 ft
-830 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Euzet (Gard)
This is a simple hike with little elevation gain, just over 20 km, so it's a bit challenging but still accessible to many. Above all, it's a very pleasant hike. Starting from Euzet-les-Bains, this route takes you through Saint-Hippolyte-de-Caton, Saint-Étienne-d'Olm, Saint-Cézaire-de-Gauzignan, Saint-Maurice-de-Cazevieille and Saint-Jean-de-Ceyrargues. Between each village, you will pass through pleasant countryside with fields and woods.
Springs and woods around Vézénobres
5.16 mi
+522 ft
-518 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Vézénobres (Gard)
A lovely, easy walk through the woods, allowing you to discover the charming village of Vézénobres, the springs that supply it with water, and beautiful views of the Cévennes. The entire walk follows marked hiking trails.
Circular Montgrand from Saint-Privat-des-Vieux
3.04 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Privat-des-Vieux (Gard)
A short family walk along a well-trodden route. Some sections may be muddy after periods of rain.
Mont Bouquet via Brouzet-Lès-Alès
6.77 mi
+1,414 ft
-1,401 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Brouzet-lès-Alès (Gard)
A beautiful hike that takes you to the Guidon du Mont Bouquet, where you can admire the superb panorama of the Gard, the Ardèche and Lozère mountains, the Drôme and Mont Ventoux.
Despite the numerous trails, it is not difficult to find your way, as the antennas at the summit serve as guides.
Mont Bouquet from Seynes
10.37 mi
+1,778 ft
-1,778 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Seynes (Gard)
A beautiful hike on and around Mont Bouquet. Magnificent views throughout the varied route.
The route is very well signposted (yellow markings) until you reach Le Castellas, after which the signposting is a little less frequent.
Le Serre d'Avène
4.29 mi
+945 ft
-915 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bagard (Gard)
Serre d'Avène is one of the many hills north of Bagard and the highest of them all.
This circular hike will take you there via tracks and paths through the heath. At the summit, you will discover a beautiful view of the Cévennes and the Alès conurbation.
Between vineyards and forests, a thousand-year-old juniper tree around Castelnau-Valence
6.31 mi
+387 ft
-384 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Castelnau-Valence (Gard)
A lovely hike, preferably done in spring to avoid the summer heat. A fine balance between shady paths in charming oak forests and open areas mostly in vineyards. The thousand-year-old juniper tree alone is worth the trip, such is its majesty.
Rain water reservoirs carved into rock
9.48 mi
+1,470 ft
-1,463 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Navacelles (Gard)
A magnificent hike that will take you to several magical sites in the Gard department. This hike is best done in spring, when water is still flowing in the Aiguières waterfalls, where the colour of the water will amaze you and make you forget the difficulty of the route.
Château d’Allègre from Les Fumades
9.07 mi
+879 ft
-883 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Allègre-les-Fumades (Gard)
This walk takes you along paths through unspoilt heath, a protected area within the Natura 2000 network. Its highlights: a village and a medieval castle overlooking olive groves, plus breathtaking panoramic views!
Around Saint-Julien-les-Rosiers
7.13 mi
+994 ft
-997 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-les-Rosiers (Gard)
A hike in the foothills of the Cévennes, well signposted (yellow markings), with most of the route on good paths, fairly shaded and therefore suitable for summer walking despite the heat. No particular difficulties to report. Some splendid panoramic views, magnificent farmhouses including one dating from the 14th century, and an old abbey as the icing on the cake.
Cazevieille - Moncalm loop, panoramic views and beautiful trails
4.35 mi
+1,184 ft
-1,171 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-du-Pin (Gard)
A beautiful loop in the Cévennes, 99% on trails. Varied terrain, diverse panoramas including the superb 360° view of Montcalm from the heights of Alès.
For me, this is the most beautiful loop to do in less than 3 hours near Alès. There is only tarmac on the street where you park, and the terrain is very varied (pine and oak forests), with trails ranging from narrow, steep and technical to wide, open tracks, with fords, beautiful views and the most beautiful panorama in the area: it has everything!
Le Mas Dieu starting from Saint-Martin-de-Valgalgues
6.09 mi
+676 ft
-666 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Valgalgues (Gard)
A pleasant walk with some nice views. Can be done in summer as many sections are in the shade, but be careful on some stony sections.
The Rock of Anduze
6.17 mi
+696 ft
-679 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Bagard (Gard)
A beautiful circuit in the Gard countryside allowing you to discover the town of Anduze from the rock dominating it. Very pleasant circuit in the Gard countryside allowing you to discover this Mediterranean vegetation made of green oaks and chestnut trees. Here, the thyme is very prevalent, allowing you to breathe air much more perfumed than the one in our cities.
Circular route through the heath between Domessargues and Boucoiran
7.02 mi
+748 ft
-722 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Domessargues (Gard)
A beautiful hike through the wild heath between the villages of Domessargues and Boucoiran, along marked trails.
Magnificent views of the surrounding villages and the Cévennes foothills.
Cabane viewpoint and return via Deves
3.78 mi
+279 ft
-266 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Lézan (Gard)
An easy family hike offering a variety of paths through heath, vineyards and woodland. In some places, there are beautiful views of the Cévennes mountains with Mont Aigoual in the distance. Hikes with little elevation gain for a lovely family outing.
Circular nature trail in the heart of Boisset-et-Gaujac
2.19 mi
+200 ft
-213 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Boisset-et-Gaujac (Gard)
Starting from the town hall, follow the paths or single tracks through the countryside near the village centre. This is a bucolic walk where you will encounter very few cars.
Circular path through the Mauressargues heath
4.84 mi
+361 ft
-374 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Mauressargues (Gard)
A lovely circular route through the heath of Mauressargues along marked trails.
Panoramic views of the region and the Cévennes foothills, with a visit to the Saint-Geniès-de-Malgoirès dam.
Along the Bourdic river in Aubussargues
4.11 mi
+210 ft
-210 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Aubussargues (Gard)
A short, shady walk for most of the way. You'll discover a variety of landscapes. Paths full of flowers and scents of different types of wood, freshness and proximity to the river.Ideal for groups or families. Be careful between (7) and (8), where you walk on the asphalt road.
The Sculpted Rocks at Saint-Chaptes
2.75 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Chaptes (Gard)
This short route through the village of Saint-Chaptes in the Gard allows you to discover the rocks sculpted in open garrigue and also gives you a view over the village, its old narrow streets and its castle.
Circular wine-themed tour starting from Saint-Géniès-de-Malgoirès
4.94 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Geniès-de-Malgoirès (Gard)
The route starts at the Saint-Géniès-de-Malgoirès wine cooperative, descends into the plain of the commune of Sauzet and takes you along the banks of the Gardon.
Return to the village of Saint-Géniès through vineyards and farmland.
Between the Cèze and Auzon rivers from Saint-Jean-de-Valériscle
14.44 mi
+2,966 ft
-2,969 ft
9h 15
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Valériscle (Gard)
This is a challenging hike that allows you to discover different aspects of the southern Cévennes countryside, passing through forests and superb panoramas, as well as villages and hamlets. The climb from Robiac to the Chapelle Lacham is challenging, with some steep sections, but the scenery is well worth the effort. The descent from the chapel to Saint-Florent-sur-Auzonnet is also challenging, due to the large unstable rocks typical of the Cévennes over much of the descent.
Around Saint-Jean-de-Valériscle
8.40 mi
+1,168 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Valériscle (Gard)
A beautiful hike in the Auzonnet valley, with stunning scenery but also the constant presence of the region's industrial past, linked to coal, which is sure to captivate you. The medieval village of Saint-Jean-de-Valériscle is also worth a visit. The route is well marked and does not present any particular difficulties.
Circular walk around the Serre de Banassac
5.17 mi
+758 ft
-738 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Les Mages (Gard)
A hike with no particular difficulties, on good unpaved paths. You’ll pass through chestnut and pine forests and be treated to some splendid panoramic views. Here and there, traces of past activities remind the hiker that this mountain, now uninhabited, was once a refuge for many people.
The vineyards of Bourdic
7.87 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Bourdic (Gard)
Stroll through the vineyards around Bourdic to discover the grape varieties and the amazing rocks carved into the walls of an ancient Roman quarry.
La Table des Turcs
6.98 mi
+249 ft
-240 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Méjannes-le-Clap (Gard)
Méjannes-le-Clap, in a Natura 2000 area, is a real paradise for hikers with its well-marked trails. This easy circular route takes us to a place known as "la Table des Turcs" through the Combe de Ruph.
Circular Vic via Pont Saint-Nicolas
4.01 mi
+479 ft
-469 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Anastasie (Gard) (Gard)
Hike through the heart of the heath, along the cliffs overlooking the Gardon. The views of the Saint-Nicolas bridge and the river are magnificent.
Le Castellas from Vic
4.86 mi
+558 ft
-548 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Anastasie (Gard) (Gard)
A very beautiful route that allows you to visit the small village of Vic and get as close as possible to the Gardon river with the sublime viewpoint of Castellas.
This hike is not recommended in the height of summer. Very little of the route is in the shade.