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Pont-de-Larn walks
Les Hauts de la Môle
Visorando Member
7.28 mi
+600 ft
-597 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pont-de-Larn (Tarn)
The loop represents a journey through history on the heights of Pont-de-l'Arn. On the plateau, a path, water and memories...
This circuit passes through the open hills overlooking Pont-de-Larn. The Pas des Bêtes lake reveals itself in a wooded, fairy-tale setting. The journey ends with two menhir statues standing at the side of the path, witnesses to a civilisation from the late Neolithic period.
Walk in Hautpoul via the Mazamet footbridge
1.52 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,056 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Mazamet (Tarn)
This is a round trip to visit the hilltop village of Hautpoul, discovering the Mazamet footbridge that leads there. The footbridge offers breathtaking views of the Arnette valley.
This route takes you along the Chemin de la Jamarié, an old salt road and Roman road, until you reach the footbridge.
Loop south of Hautpoul
7.51 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,611 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Mazamet (Tarn)
This trail runs south of Hautpoul through varied landscapes, a forest with multiple species and ever-changing flora. Your efforts to reach its heart will be rewarded by the discovery of this magnificent and picturesque little medieval village. At the foot of the Virgin perched on her rock, you will have access to a superb panorama. There are several historical sites, in particular Saint-Pierre des Plots.
See warning at the beginning of the description
Chemin des Passes and Mazamet Footbridge
5.20 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,486 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Mazamet (Tarn)
This is a circular route that takes you over the Mazamet footbridge, avoiding the crowds. At the end of the hike, there will be a few people around the Maison du Bois et du Jouet, where the activities will be greatly appreciated by young and old alike.
The footbridge from Hautpoul to Mazamet
7.86 mi
+2,083 ft
-2,083 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Mazamet (Tarn)
Hike with elevation gain, marked in yellow at intervals, which will allow you to use the Hautpoul footbridge opened at the end of 2018 and cross the medieval village of the same name.
There is a tricky section between points (6) and (7) where recent tree felling has more or less destroyed the mapped paths and removed the markers.
The villages of Payrin and Caucalières via the Causse
9.12 mi
+797 ft
-791 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Payrin-Augmontel (Tarn)
Walk starting from Payrin.
Walk through the old village, then head towards the Causse, with lovely views, varied vegetation and a peaceful atmosphere.
A hike of moderate difficulty due to the hilly terrain.
East of Le Vintrou
5.59 mi
+571 ft
-584 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Le Vintrou (Tarn)
An easy walk with no significant elevation gain through the Bois du Moussu, the Sagne Redonde and the Trou du Vent. Beautiful forests of fir and beech trees. Views of the Montagne Noire.
From Vintrou to Lac des Saints-Peyres
9.73 mi
+1,594 ft
-1,617 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Vintrou (Tarn)
A circuit with magnificent landscapes, ideal for lovers of beautiful photos.Along the way, discover the Lac des Saints-Peyres. Halfway back, enjoy Mediterranean scenery all along the Arn.
Roquerlan loop
7.21 mi
+1,109 ft
-1,093 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Mazamet (Tarn)
An easy hike, ideal for those who love peace and quiet and walking in the forest, offering a gentle introduction to the Montagne Noire and the Massif de Nore. The route combines sunken paths lined with beautiful hawthorn and holly hedges, clearings, pastures and large forest areas where spruce trees grow alongside deciduous trees. A breath of fresh air on the outskirts of Mazamet.
The crosses of the Causse de Labruguière
5.35 mi
+669 ft
-650 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Caucalières (Tarn)
From Caucalières to Caucalières via Payrin, a walk in the fresh air.
Clauzet circular
3.91 mi
+761 ft
-738 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Boissezon (Tarn)
A circuit through the woods following the crystal-clear Rivaillou stream! Discover the natural beauty of the Tarn, the ruins of Clauzet and the beautiful village of Boissezon. You will also discover the Virgin of Salette and the textile factories.
Boissezon via the Puech du Fau
6.76 mi
+961 ft
-968 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Boissezon (Tarn)
A haven of freshness a few kilometres from Castres. A walk that will reveal its undergrowth and its stream with a stepped waterfall. Not marked, many paths, follow the description carefully. The Visorando app will be a great help.
Circular route from Bois du Catié to Le Rialet
4.70 mi
+456 ft
-469 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Le Rialet (Tarn)
This walk is situated between Mazamet and Lacaune in the Haut Languedoc Regional Nature Park and takes place mostly in woodland along tracks or dirt paths.
Circular route around the heights of Noailhac.
7.37 mi
+958 ft
-942 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Noailhac (Tarn) (Tarn)
A pleasant walk, especially when the Autan wind is blowing, as you will be sheltered from the wind. Varied landscapes and views of the Montagne Noire and the Castres plain enliven this route. Paths and trails will take you to the foot of the Sidobre, then back via the hamlet of Fialessuch and the Roc de Peyremaure.
Bois du Prince trail
4.21 mi
+732 ft
-732 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Cambounès (Tarn)
A beautiful hike in the heart of nature through woods with magnificent views of the surrounding valleys of Cambounès.
The Pic de Nore
10.75 mi
+2,185 ft
-2,178 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pradelles-Cabardès (Aude)
The Pic de Nore is the highest point and iconic summit of the Montagne Noire, with its transmitter visible for dozens of kilometres around. The circuit described here allows you to make the ascent without any difficulty, passing by several exceptional viewpoints over the Pyrenees. Two menhirs along the way and a visit to the old ice houses in Pradelles-Cabardès are a pleasant addition to this varied hike at medium altitude.
Roc de Nouret from Pradelles-Cabardés
6.26 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,073 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pradelles-Cabardès (Aude)
This hike is best done in spring in good weather to enjoy the magnificent views of the Pyrenees, the Carcassonne plain and the Mazametain. You will also have the opportunity to see an ice house and small menhirs. The vegetation is varied: sometimes Mediterranean, sometimes more mountainous. This hike is partially marked with a yellow line, a green line and a yellow dot.
Roc de Nouret
7.51 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,335 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Pradelles-Cabardès (Aude)
On the western slopes of the Pic de Nore lies a block of gneiss, the Roc de Nouret, isolated on this windswept moorland, where broom and thorn bushes share the space. Higher up, the Bois de Combe Escure, which overlooks the ravine of the same name – the border between the Aude and Tarn departments – marks the watershed between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. A leisurely return to the village via the Bayours forest track.
The Pic de Nore
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.26 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,601 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Pradelles-Cabardès (Aude)
Pic de Nore is the highest point of the Montagne Noire (1,211 m). The climb is fairly easy from the typical village of Pradelles Cabardès. It mainly takes you through beech forests with views of moorland offering superb panoramas to the south over the Pyrenees and to the north over the Espinouse.
In addition to the Pic de Nore, which offers a magnificent 360° view, this circuit allows you to visit the "Cabane d'Hélène" menhirs and the famous ice houses of Pradelles.
The sources of the Clamoux
8.33 mi
+1,781 ft
-1,775 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Castans (Aude)
The Clamoux, a small river and tributary of the Orbiel, rises on the slopes of Pic de Nore, the iconic peak of the Montagne Noire, where a Tour de France relay station stands. Following forest tracks, with climbs of varying difficulty, you arrive near the source of the Clamoux, a small stream at the start, which you follow on the right bank, off the marked trail, descending into the Soulanes de Nore National Forest to Laviale, which, along with six other hamlets, makes up the village of Castans.
The Martys
4.10 mi
+266 ft
-266 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Les Martys (Aude)
A gentle walk in the shade for the first third of the route. No difficulty. Tarmac road for 20% of the route and wide paths for the rest.
La Montagnole, land of renewable energy
9.56 mi
+614 ft
-633 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Les Martys (Aude)
Forest hike to the Cuxac-Cabardès wind farm, above the Dure valley, and almost complete tour of Lake Laprade Basse via the recently constructed path that avoids the D101 between the hamlet and the dam dyke (see info).