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Montoulieu (Hérault) walks
Mont Haut and Ermitage du Bois de Monnier
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.44 mi
+1,283 ft
-1,289 ft
4h 30
Difficult
Departure from Montoulieu (Hérault) (Hérault)
Mont Haut, isolated between the Alzon valley and the Pompignan plain, offers breathtaking views of the entire Cévennes region as far as the Aigoual massif. Hidden away in its holm oak woods is a hermitage, a true haven of peace.
Le balcon et le lapiaz du Thaurac
Visorando Member
1.38 mi
+535 ft
-538 ft
1h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bauzille-de-Putois (Hérault)
A short family hike offering panoramic views of the village of Saint-Bauzille-de-Putois and the Gorges de l'Hérault.The climb is steep but short.
The Gorniés Spring
4.72 mi
+417 ft
-417 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Ferrières-les-Verreries (Hérault)
A beautiful walk for the whole family that leads to a spring through the heath.
The Fage mountain
6.27 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,391 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sumène (Gard)
This moderately difficult hike offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and Saint-Roman de Codières from the ridge of the Montagne de la Fage.
The hamlet of Cézas and the Priory of Saint-Martin
3.99 mi
+928 ft
-948 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Sumène (Gard)
The hamlet of Cézas, in the commune of Sumène, clings to an altitude of 650 m between the Cagnasses and Fage mountains, in the heart of a national forest. This short mid-mountain route alternates between numerous shaded passages and views of the Cévennes and beyond. On the way, a visit to the 12th-century Priory of Saint-Martin is a must, offering a peaceful spot for a picnic.
The Thaurac Plateau
6.09 mi
+1,175 ft
-1,175 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Laroque (Hérault) (Hérault)
From the village of Laroque, take a tour of the Thaurac plateau and its many karstic caves.
The Cross of Saint-Micisse and the Gorges de l'Hérault
2.69 mi
+735 ft
-735 ft
1h 55
Difficult
Departure from Agonès (Hérault)
A short but fairly difficult hike offering exceptional views of the Gorges de l'Hérault. The climb is on a shady but stony path to reach the vertiginous edge of a cliff. The route is generally well marked except for one section.
Moderator's warning on 02/04/2021: Caution! Some sections are overgrown with vegetation; see the reviews of this hike at the bottom of the page
Ferrières les Verreries
8.76 mi
+482 ft
-482 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Ferrières-les-Verreries (Hérault)
Departure from Mas Baume, where the Asphodèles trail begins.
Tour of the Combe Chaude Nature Reserve via the Ranc de Banes
8.13 mi
+1,998 ft
-2,018 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sumène (Gard)
This circular hike takes you through the Combe Chaude Nature Reserve, a nesting area for birds of prey and bats in the numerous caves. This limestone barrier overlooks the Rieutord valley and offers a beautiful view of much of the Cévennes in the Gard department.
Don't miss the unusual crossing of the Baume Clauside, the climb up the Ranc de Banes offering a 360° panorama from Pic Saint-Loup to Mont Aigoual, and a short tour to discover the village at the end of the circuit.
Ranc de Banes and Les Jumeaux
9.13 mi
+2,943 ft
-2,953 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sumène (Gard)
Tour of the Rieutord valley via the ridges between Sumène and Ganges, with the unique feature of crossing the Baume Clauside cave. You will enjoy the typical panoramic views of the southern Cévennes.
Circular of the karstic cave and Bois de Long cave in Brissac
4.85 mi
+902 ft
-896 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Brissac (Hérault)
Brissac Park is home to numerous springs that form the Avèze River, creating a haven of coolness. The eastern slope of Bois de Long is home to karstic caves and sinkholes. On our route, we will visit the Aven de la Dame, the Bois Long cave and the Rabanel chasm.
The Monoblet twin peaks
7.68 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,335 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Conqueyrac (Gard)
Hike in the foothills of the Cévennes in a heath landscape with beautiful views of two characteristic hills: the Rouquette and Saint-Chamant peaks.
The difficulty can be adjusted: each summit can be climbed on a short round trip.
I recommend taking a break for a snack at the summit of Saint-Chamant.
Banks of the Hérault and Moulin de Clauzel
8.80 mi
+745 ft
-748 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Brissac (Hérault)
In the Cardonille massif, south of Ganges, this lovely hike offers beautiful panoramic views of the Cévennes, Mont Aigoual and the Thaurac plateau with its Grotte des Demoiselles. It then approaches the banks of the Hérault via shaded paths and trails, offering a real haven of coolness in the summer.
The circuit, which sometimes runs along a balcony, offers beautiful views of the river and its meanders before reaching the picturesque Moulin de Clauzel.
Lake Matane
9.67 mi
+1,066 ft
-1,066 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Claret (Hérault) (Hérault)
This hike will take you to the shores of Lake Matane and allow you to discover varied landscapes and beautiful panoramic views. You will appreciate the orientation table at Rocher du Causse, which offers a splendid view.
Le Roc Blanc
7.48 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,936 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Brissac (Hérault)
This is an easy hike offering sweeping panoramic views of the Buèges and Hérault valleys and the Vis Gorges. The route is straightforward.
Le Roc Blanc - Montagne de la Séranne
9.50 mi
+2,510 ft
-2,507 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Brissac (Hérault)
This hike will take you to the highest point of the Séranne mountain, the Roc Blanc. Throughout the hike, you will enjoy wide panoramic views of the Buèges and Hérault valleys, the Gorges de la Vis, the Pic Saint-Loup and the Hortus.
The Col des Fosses and La Rouvrière at the start of Colognac
7.28 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,440 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Colognac (Gard)
Situated at an altitude of 600 m, on the foothills of the Cévennes, Colognac is a village with typical Cévennes character. The lush vegetation of the meadows, chestnut trees and oaks contrasts sharply with the arid heath. We are in the mountains. From the Col des Fosses (900 m), the views stretch northwards over the Borgne valley as far as the Barre des Cévennes, and south-westwards over the Viganais and beyond. At the start, the Mouleyrette mill is a little gem.
Circular between Claret and Corconne via the Taillade ridges
11.15 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,470 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Claret (Hérault) (Hérault)
This hike takes you from Claret to Corconne via the plain, then back along the ridges with beautiful views of the surrounding area. From the Notre-Dame du Château chapel, there is a beautiful view of the Corconne vineyards and, on a clear day, the ponds and, further away, the sea.