Pont-de-Salars walks

Hike at the gateway to Lévezou and the deep, narrow Viaur valley.

A route that takes you to the wooded, shaded depths of the Viaur valley. The elevation gain is quite significant, but the heritage sites along the way are well worth the effort!

A short route that takes you along Lac de la Gourde, classified as a Sensitive Natural Area, equipped with fishing piers and an observatory for lake fauna and flora.

A pleasant, shaded walk in summer that takes you to Lac de la Gourde from the Pareloup leisure centre.

A short hike offering a superb view of Lake Pareloup, one of the largest artificial lakes in France.

A pleasant walk alongside wind turbines on a shaded part of the route, offering varied landscapes.

This hike starts along a shaded stream, climbs to the Lévézou plateaus with their unobstructed views, and ends in the woods.

A short walk in the forest, with a few viewpoints over the Aveyron valley and the Aubrac plateaus, and even the Plomb du Cantal on a clear day. The yellow markings on the walking and hiking trails will help you follow this route easily.

A Gothic church, a stone water tower and numerous views of the wooded mountains await you on this easy route.

Short, shaded walk along the Monastery section of the Briane and heath. Then, walk through Combelles Park with its horses and activities. On leaving, a path will take you to a limestone plateau and finally, the last part towards Istournet and its small lake will guide you to the Banocres plateau, which offers superb views of Rodez and the Aubrac.

The city of Rodez, former capital of Rouergue, perched on its "piton" (peak), is undoubtedly worth a more in-depth visit. However, during a stopover, this walk allows you to discover some of the historic centre's most iconic buildings. You can also add on a visit to the Soulages Museum.

The Peyrebrune Tower is accessible on foot or by car from several villages. Pilgrimages take place regularly from these different starting points. Here, the departure point is from the village of Alrance.

Nestled in the Céor valley, a true paradise for fishermen, the village of Salmiech enjoyed a successful revival during the Salt Road era.

A route in nature, yet very close to Rodez. You can admire three castles and old houses along the route.

An easy hike on the outskirts of Rodez, allowing you to discover four mansions with remarkable architecture typical of the Causse Comtal, the limestone plateau of the Counts of Rodez. This region, with its strong agricultural tradition, is full of estates, including those visible here, which bear witness to a rich past.