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La Serre des Aiguilles, viewpoint overlooking Puilaurens Castle
Visorando Member
3.96 mi
+715 ft
-715 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Puilaurens (Aude)
This short forest hike will take you to the top of a hill with a magnificent view of Puilaurens Castle. It is an interesting addition to a visit to the castle.
Puilaurens Castle
7.40 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,266 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Puilaurens (Aude)
An easy hike, partly through the woods, suitable for families. Most of the hike is on a track. You can visit the castle (check opening times). It is closed in winter.
Gibradou viewpoint – Pla des Estable – Le Caunil
9.16 mi
+2,539 ft
-2,523 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Salvezines (Aude)
A very beautiful walk with stunning views: Madres – Pérics – Ginèvre – Roc Blanc – Tarbesous – Saint-Barthélémy – Bugarach – Canigou, as well as the three valleys and Puymaurens Castle. Please note: the path runs along the edge of a cliff and should be avoided in strong winds or rainy weather.
The Pech de Bugarach circular route from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes
11.85 mi
+3,514 ft
-3,510 ft
10 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Ascent of the summit of the Aude starting from the Pyrénées-Orientales. The route follows sections of the GR®367A, the GR®36 and an unmarked section on the south-east ridge of the Pech de Bugarach.
⚠️ Please be aware of the difficulties encountered on the challenging route between (10) and (15).
The Château des Maures and Malabrac from Caudiès de Fenouillèdes
8.56 mi
+1,759 ft
-1,785 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
From the village of Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes through the forest, we will go to the spiral viaduct on the D9 and the ruins of the Château des Maures. We will pass the commemorative plaque marking the lunch stop of the Duke and Duchess of Orléans, sons of Louis-Philippe I, then head towards the abandoned hamlet of Malabrac.
The ruined sheepfolds of La Couillade and Campeaux
8.09 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,703 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
In this remote corner, two hours from the nearest village, families dedicated to farming lived just a few decades ago.
From Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes to Fenouillet
6.40 mi
+1,014 ft
-1,001 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
A peaceful, family-friendly itinerary featuring the Gorges de Saint-Jaume and the fortresses of Fenouillet on this heritage getaway.
Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes - Cubières-sur-Cinoble
15.07 mi
+3,287 ft
-3,009 ft
9h 45
Difficult
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First stage of a 2-day circular route starting from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes, taking you to Cubières-sur-Cinoble on thefirst day.
This is a fairly long stage with a significant elevation gain. It is possible to adapt the route as you wish, as there are numerousPR®,GR® 36, Cathar TrailGR®367- 367A andGRP® Tour des Fenouillèdes paths.
Saint-Jaume Gorges and Fenouillet Fortresses
5.51 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,056 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
When the valley was unsafe, the men would retreat to the heights. The hills surrounding the Boulzane and Agly valleys are dotted with prestigious strongholds (Puylaurens, Fenouillet, Quéribus, etc.). And getting there was no easy task, as the Gorges de Saint-Jaume demonstrate.
Around Saint-Martin-Lys
6.73 mi
+2,175 ft
-2,149 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Lys (Aude)
A beautiful, shaded hike in the forest of the charming village of Saint-Martin-Lys, at the foot of the River Aude. This route is well worth the detour, with a beautiful viewpoint over the Axat Valley at the start of the trail.
Le Pech du Bugarach from Bugarach
7.33 mi
+2,717 ft
-2,720 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bugarach (Aude)
This is a relatively short, intense loop route at altitude, climbing Pech du Bugarach from the village via La Fenêtre.
Pas de Capelan, archaeological remains, Sougraigne, La Pourteille from Bugarach
10.77 mi
+2,710 ft
-2,726 ft
7h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bugarach (Aude)
A lovely circular discovery walk. A GPX track is required. Although there are various markings and signposts, these do not necessarily correspond to this circular route; furthermore, the IGN base map does not always match the actual terrain.
Tour du Bénal in Counozouls
5.01 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,791 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Counozouls (Aude)
A short walk before visiting the village of Counozouls and its craft brewery. There are a few shaded sections along the Ruisseau de Bailleurs. When we walked this route in July, crossing the stream was straightforward. After heavy rain, you may need to take off your shoes.
The Devil's Belvedere
5.35 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,309 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Belvianes-et-Cavirac (Aude)
A family hike accessible to all, in the Aude Pyrenees, leading to the Belvédère du Diable viewpoint, with the chance to discover the unusual Carach chalet along a constantly shaded route.
The Mousquière and Diable viewpoints
7.05 mi
+2,536 ft
-2,536 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Belvianes-et-Cavirac (Aude)
A lovely walk through the forest, sheltered from the wind on days when the Tramontane is strong.
A challenging hike with a steep climb to reach the Belvédère de la Mousquière, but the view more than makes up for the effort!!!
Beautiful views from the Belvédères du Diable and lovely glimpses of the Quillan valley or Bugarach along the route.
Le Pech de Bugarach from the Col du Linas
7.42 mi
+3,061 ft
-3,061 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Bugarach (Aude)
Route providing access to Pech de Bugarach.Warning: the access path is extremely damaged and eroded. It is more like a mountain trail.Do not underestimate this short hike, where you will need to use your hands in places. I have classified it as difficult.Please stay on the marked path. Warning signs saying "Hors Sentier" (off trail) have been installed in many places. Thank you.
5 May 2025. Route updated following user comments. So please follow the advice above: stay on the marked paths.
The Pech de Bugarach via the shortest route
4.22 mi
+1,985 ft
-1,959 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bugarach (Aude)
It's not the most interesting route in the massif, but it's the shortest way to quickly reach the summit of the famous site that became legendary in 2012, the Pech de Bugarach, the mysterious highest point of the Corbières massif, a foothill of the Pyrenees and a landmark for griffon vultures, which you're sure to spot.
Summit of Pech de Bugarach from La Bastide
7.11 mi
+3,261 ft
-3,238 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Camps-sur-l'Agly (Aude)
Ascent of Pech Bugarach starting from La Bastide, a hamlet with a few inhabitants in the commune of Camps-sur-l'Agly. Climb to the summit of Pech de Bugarach and return via theCol de Péchine. A short hike but with a significant elevation gain.
⚠️ Please note the difficulty of reaching the summit from (2) and the tricky descent from (4). See the section: practical information.
Pic de Bitrague circular route
2.56 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,096 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Quillan (Aude)
A walk with lovely views over the Quillan cirque.
Between salt and glass in Sougraigne, La Sals and its history.
3.07 mi
+656 ft
-656 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sougraigne (Aude)
In Sougraigne, in the heart of the Hautes Corbières, springs the Sals, a saltwater spring which has long attracted the attention of neighbouring communities.
Today, the Salicorne association brings together the surrounding villages around a shared project. It invites you to discover this unique site, once frequented by a variety of tradespeople: glassmakers, jet miners, charcoal burners, woodcutters, shepherds, pedlars and, of course, smugglers and customs officers from the Ferme Générale hot on their heels.
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