Réalmont walks

The Puech du Caylou trail will take you to the historic bastide town of Réalmont, founded in 1272 by Guillaume de Cohardon, before climbing to the summit of Puech or Pic du Caylou, which rises to 329 metres. Trail of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.

The Miners' Trail begins in the village of Lafenasse. It passes through valleys carved out by the Siez river and climbs up to the Saint-Lieux plateau, where the landscape opens up onto the surrounding hills. This path, which links the villages of Saint-Lieux and Lafenasse, is part of the collective memory of the inhabitants, as it was once used by miners to reach the Peyrebrune mine. Path of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.

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.

The secret path of Autan will take you on a journey of discovery through the village of Lombers and its surroundings. Starting from the village, you will join the greenway, the "human rights path" running from Albi to Castres, before heading back up towards Réalmont. You will then take a path lined with mulberry trees offering panoramic views of the Montagne Noire. Trail of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.

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.

The Lac de la Bancalié trail is a hike through woods, hills and meadows, following the contours of the lake in a unique and wild setting. Built in the 1980s, it covers 86 hectares on the bed of the Lézert river, with pine-covered hills reminiscent of Mediterranean landscapes on the left bank and large, peaceful, rolling pastures on the right bank. Trail of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.

This circular path is a path through agricultural land between valleys and hillsides, passing through numerous hamlets and farms. Halfway along the route, the path runs alongside a section of the Bancalié reservoir. The reservoir is fed by the Lézert river.

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.

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".

The Dels Galloromans trail begins in the village of Lamillarié. The name of this hike comes from its rich Gallo-Roman past. The Roman road that came from Albi and followed the ridges to Castres gives us an insight into the wealth of yesterday. Several sites have been discovered in this countryside, from where you can see the Pic du Caylou and the Montagne Noire in the distance. Trail of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.

This is a modest route to whet your appetite. Do it one morning for a breath of fresh air in the Lautrec countryside. Lautrec is the capital of pink garlic, which is mainly found in the south-west.You can plan this walk for a Friday morning before heading to the "canteen" at the Café Plum.

This beautiful hike around Lautrec follows two yellow-marked routes: first the Route des Crêtes, then the Route des Tumulus a little further on. It offers beautiful views of the medieval village, the garlic fields, the Montagne Noire further south and the Pyrenees in the background when the weather is clear.

A walk on the hillsides of Labastide offering beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

This is a very well-marked hike that offers magnificent views of the Albigeois region.

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.

The Agros trail will take you through the village of Pouzols and its surrounding countryside. It passes near the Agros stream, which marks the boundary between Poulan-Pouzols and Lombers. Thanks to its reservoirs, this small stream used to power the mills that were once used to grind grain. Remains of these old mills can still be seen, such as the Raco mill and the Vitrac mill. Trail of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.

The "between valleys and hills" hiking trail starts near the wash house in Saint-Salvy de Fourestes, in the heart of the commune of Terre-Clapier. Further on, the trail joins the Lézert, a stream that rises in Roudayrou, where the Dadou flows into it. It meanders (hence its name) through a narrow valley covered in meadows. Its waters used to turn four mills. Trail of community interest created by the Centre Tarn Tourist Office. See § Practical information.