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The Pouzols Ridges
A short walk that is ideal for the cold season. It will take you through bucolic landscapes dotted here and there with neighbouring church towers.
Circular for Archaeologists
This circular starts at the Church of Saint-Sernin. It was built in the 13th century, marking the end of the Albigensian Crusade and Catharism. The circular route continues to the banks of the Agros stream and the old mills of Racco and Vitrac. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to see the dovecote of Saint-Sernin, a pyramid-shaped building. You can choose between a short 5.5 km (1.5 hour) route or a longer 9 km route.
Le Puech de Mourens
Treat yourself to a few hours walking along a path covered in dry leaves, admiring the landscape, crossing a stream and listening to the birds to refresh your body and mind. This trail offers a typical view of the Tarn hills, with old crosses, farms scattered along the way and beautiful dovecotes.
Chemin de Fénols
This short loop is a nice family ride for those who prefer flat terrain. It alternates between roads and paths on the plateau east of Fénols.
Labastide-Dénat panoramic trail
This is a very well-marked hike that offers magnificent views of the Albigeois region.
Les Terres Blanches
This hiking trail follows paths steeped in history that were once important links in the Réalmontais region. It passes through two small villages: Sieurac, a charming village reminiscent of Tuscany, and Laboutarié, whose Occitan name (Botaria) means "cooper's workshop".
Roman Trail
The trail starts in the village of Lombers. The history of this village dates back to between 1165 and 1633. Its origins can be traced back to Celtic or Gallo-Roman times. There was a fortified castle at the peak, which allowed enemies to be spotted approaching. The path passes behind this peak, circling Combe Maussou along wide paths through fields. It then joins the Albi-Castres greenway.
Trail of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.
Lombers Dovecote Interpretation Trail
The village of Lombers has an important shared history with dovecotes. In addition to around fifteen of these historic structures of all shapes (cylindrical, mule-foot, on pillars, etc.), Lombers also boasts a museum, "Le Chaî aux pigeonniers", and a breeding farm for purebred and meat pigeons, "Les Pigeons du Mont Royal".
This heritage is highlighted throughout this hike with nine information panels that will help you discover their history.
The dovecotes you will encounter along the route are private property. You can admire them from the trail. Please respect the premises and the privacy of the owners.
Please note that most of this trail follows tarmac roads. Take care with the traffic.
Albi and its history
A route through the city to discover the beautiful city of Albi, clad entirely in brick, as you stroll through its streets lined with half-timbered houses.
Tarn River in Albi tourist loop
The 'Jardin de la Berbie' garden, the Parc Rochegude, a route along the 'Ruisseau du Caussels' stream, a stroll along the Tarn river and, of course, the architectural highlights of Albi beautiful pink city, all enhance this urban tour.
Fonfrège loop to Les Bouissières
On the right bank of the Tarn, Castelnau-de-Lévis is a walk between ridges, plateaus and hills with remarkable views of the surrounding valleys. A beautiful architectural heritage of half-timbered houses, dovecotes, crosses and a castle.
Circular of Castelnau-de-Lévis
This pleasant short walk will introduce you to the old village of Castelnau, its tower, its church and other elements of its architectural heritage. You will also discover the ridges among the vineyards, which offer panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and the city of Albi.
The Saint-Quintin woods via the GR® 36
The green lung of the Albigeois region, the Saint-Quintin Forest in Cagnac-les-Mines is a paradise for walkers.
Located between the Ruisseau de la Mouline stream and the old Albi-Cagnac railway line, this path is appreciated for its tranquillity and bucolic walks.
Yellow and white-redGR®36markings.
Bell tower trail
Lovers of bucolic landscapes will be enchanted by this walk through vineyards and woods.
The rural panorama is punctuated by views of the bell towers surrounding Técou.
The three streams around Bellegarde
A short, unpretentious route in the Albi countryside. Avoid in hot weather as there is little shade and some road.
In the footsteps of the Cistercian monks around Castanet
In ancient times, the monks of Bonnecombe Abbey, near Rouergue, used the "Chemin des Moines" (Monks' Path) to transport various products they grew around a barn south of Castanet.
This path crosses a landscape of groves, vineyards and traditional buildings that make up the hillsides of Albi.
This route is a shortened version of the official 21 km trail.
Around Fayssac
Starting from the small village of Fayssac, this easy hike takes place in gently rolling countryside where cultivated fields, meadows and vineyards share the landscape. On a clear day, the view stretches as far as the Montagne Noire and the Pyrenees. The route alternates between wide paths and small, mostly quiet tarmac roads, which do nothing to detract from the feeling of calm and tranquillity that prevails throughout.
Path to the Château de Labastide-Vassals
This magnificent and surprisingly unexpected circuit takes place on the outskirts of Albi. Its undergrowth, meadows and small rollercoaster-like hills will quickly make you forget the 900 m of road at the start. The trail takes you down to the Lézert, passing through Puech Miral and Puech Mège, where you can discover the ruins of the Château de Labastide-Vassals and its mill. You will walk through a wild and invigorating landscape.
The Albi hillsides from Cestayroles to Lincarque
A short, unpretentious walk, just to get some fresh air.
This trail will take you through a landscape of valleys and small hills planted with vines.
Along the way, the small rural heritage sites that dot the landscape also hold some lovely surprises in store: dovecotes, wash houses, etc.
Cestayrols hills circuit
Circuit around Cestayrols, a 12th-century fortified village, through the undergrowth and vine-covered hillsides.
The postman's round (short version)
This hike around Villeneuve-sur-Vère allows you to discover the beauty of the Causse Cordais landscapes. You will walk among white stones, cereal fields and vineyards near local producers: lentils, oil, brandies and Gaillac wines.