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Roumengoux walks
The Roumengoux Fountains Route
Visorando Member 
5.10 mi
+427 ft
-466 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Roumengoux (Ariège)
A very easy walk suitable for everyone, where you’ll stroll past restored fountains, also following the old railway line converted into a greenway.
Panoramic and historical loop in the Moulin-Neuf region
Visorando Member 
11.19 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,224 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Moulin-Neuf (Ariège)
An exceptional panoramic view from the ridge, picturesque villages (Cazal des Faures, Tréziers, Roumengoux) and historic villages (Lagarde), a gigantic feudal castle, a short greenway and the sparkling clear waters of the River Hers. This loop is magnificent from Moulin-Neuf: enjoy!Remember to follow your GPS: this is a new route and the first part is not signposted!
Around Cazals-des-Bayles
Visorando Member 
11.23 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,043 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Moulin-Neuf (Ariège)
A short family walk without too much elevation gain. However, the route goes up and down constantly. The trail is mostly unmarked, so a map and description are necessary.It is possible to shorten the walk by starting from Cazals des Bayles (church).moderator's note: See reviews, many trails are difficult to navigate, route changes made in 2024.
Pays de Mirepoix - Lagarde-Camon-Leran
Visorando Member 
14.82 mi
+630 ft
-604 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Quentin-la-Tour (Ariège)
A winter circular hike. Very beautiful places, where five exceptional architectural elements are gathered: the Château de Saint Quentin la Tour, the Château de Lagarde, the fortified village of Camon, the Château de Leran and the Château de Queille on its rocky outcrop.
Please note: the bridge over the River Hers between waypoints 3 and 4 is undergoing repairs and will be closed until the end of 2017.
La Croix de Terride and Marty from Mirepoix
Visorando Member 
5.03 mi
+417 ft
-430 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Mirepoix (Ariège)
This family hike will allow you to discover the different landscapes of Mirepoix from two viewpoints: the Croix de Terride with a partial view of Mirepoix but with an orientation table, and before Montbruguet, with a full view. The trail is varied, sometimes open, sometimes in the woods, but always pleasant.
Circular route around Camon
Visorando Member 
2.89 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Camon (Ariège)
A lovely family walk that is circular and passes through the village of Camon and its surroundings. Camon is a member of the association ‘Les plus beaux villages de France’ (France’s Most Beautiful Villages) and is also known as ‘The Village of a Hundred Rose Bushes’.
Escueillens - Etang de la Pène, Bellegarde-du-Razès
Association / Club / Walk leader 4.81 mi
+266 ft
-282 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Escueillens-et-Saint-Just-de-Bélengard (Aude)
Route proposed during Rando Razès 2025 (short loop). Easy, family-friendly circuit completed with Joëlette wheelchairs during the event. The only "difficulty" is the section along the road at points (8) and (9).
Hounoux ridge trail
Tourist office 
5.02 mi
+545 ft
-551 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Hounoux (Aude)
On the ridge line that marks the watershed between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, there is a fascinating interpretive trail on the geology and formation of these rolling landscapes of Razès, Lauragais and the foothills of the Pyrenees.
Yellow + yellow and red markings for the section on theGR®®78
Cartiès (Dun) circular - St-Julien - Troye - Limbrassac
Visorando Member 
7.51 mi
+623 ft
-614 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Dun (Ariège)
A nature route! A path through valleys and ridges with magnificent views of the Monts d'Olmes. Originally route no. 14 in the Pays de Mirepoix, the signposting is now quite old.
Chalabre: Greenway and Montbel Lake
Visorando Member 
9.97 mi
+640 ft
-653 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Chalabre (Aude)
This moderately difficult route starts at the old Chalabre railway station on the line that used to connect Mirepoix to Lavelanet, now a greenway. It follows the Hers river, which feeds the Lac de Montbel, crossing two dams before returning to the old Chalabre station after passing through some woodland. It offers views of the Pyrenees and the Lac de Montbel.
The Aude foothills in the vicinity of Chalabre
Visorando Member 
10.39 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,122 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Chalabre (Aude)
This day hike offers a variety of landscapes. First, enjoy the tranquillity of an old railway line converted into a greenway along the Hers river and the orchards of Sonnac-sur-l'Hers. Next, take in the foothill landscapes with multiple views of the Pyrenees and Monts d'Olmes mountain ranges. Finally, return to the plain, passing through the typical rural villages of Montjardin and Chalabre.
Tour of Lake Montbel
Visorando Member 
9.56 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montbel (Ariège)
A pleasant walk around Lake Montbel. You will pass several dams with beautiful views.
Enjoy the activities around the lake: swimming, water sports, fishing.
A lovely shaded walk in the coolness of the lake during the summer months.
In the footsteps of the hermit of Calvaire in Chalabre
Visorando Member 
6.15 mi
+751 ft
-732 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chalabre (Aude)
Route on the Greenway and at Calvaire.
The Pic Galinié circular in Dun
Visorando Member 
4.08 mi
+643 ft
-643 ft
2h 25
Difficult
Departure from Dun (Ariège)
A real little circular hike (unmarked) with the most remarkable view of the Pays de Dun, enhanced along the way by the panoramas of the Cami del Castel and the orientation table. A gem not to be missed! But be careful on the very steep descent from Pic Galinié!
The Pic Galinié circular from Dun via Roussinergue
Visorando Member 
6.50 mi
+702 ft
-699 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Dun (Ariège)
A short circular hike without too much elevation gain, starting from Dun, via Pic Galinié and a beautiful view, then returning via the hamlets of Roussinergue and Saint-Pastou. For your information, there is a shorter route for this peak and in the opposite direction (hikeno. 8694819 from Echo 09).
Between crests and rivers, a circular in Plantaurel
Visorando Member 
8.73 mi
+909 ft
-892 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Laroque-d'Olmes (Ariège)
A circular loop in Plantaurel: greenways, woods, ridge views, the Touyre and Hers rivers, and history with the Saint-Roch Chapel and the Castella de Laroque d'Olmes. Something to satisfy all hikers.
Around Viviès
Visorando Member 
3.88 mi
+627 ft
-623 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Viviès (Ariège)
A short, easy hike suitable for families. Splendid views over the Hers valley and the Douctouyre valley.
Tabariane loop
Visorando Member 1.60 mi
+417 ft
-384 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Teilhet (Ariège)
A short family walk to the Merovingian cemetery in Tabariane from the church square in Teilhet. You will discover magnificent views of the Hers valley and the Ariège Pyrenees.
Circular south of Lake Montbel starting from La Bastide-sur-l'Hers
Visorando Member 
8.51 mi
+705 ft
-689 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Bastide-sur-l'Hers (Ariège)
Starting from La Bastide-sur-l'Hers, via Sainte-Colombe-sur-l'Hers and the hamlet of Mireval, this circular offers beautiful views from the ridge:- to the north over Lake Montbel,- to the south over the Tabe Massif with the peaks of Soularac and Saint-Barthélémy, as well as Mont Fourcat.
The Gréoulou circular horseshoe loop from Laroque and Lavelanet
Visorando Member 
6.80 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,240 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Laroque-d'Olmes (Ariège)
Set off to explore this part of the Plantaurel ridges with the unique Gréoulou horseshoe! Perched above Laroque d'Olmes and Lavelanet, this is an original circular route with a very steep climb up Sainte-Ruffine!
Remember to bring enough water.
Dessin trail and chapels of La Piège
Tourist office 
6.07 mi
+915 ft
-915 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cazalrenoux (Aude)
Learn to draw while walking and observing the landscapes of the Piège hills, in unusual places such as the Serre des Enchantées or among the sheep on a wild hilltop. This is an original hike between the unspoilt villages of Cazalrenoux and Génerville.
Yellow markings + 7 wooden easels
Winegrowers’ Trail in Belvèze-du-Razès
Visorando Member 
11.42 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,230 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Belvèze-du-Razès (Aude)
Circular route through the heart of the vineyards in the Razés massif with magnificent views of the Pyrenees and the Montagne Noire. You pass through the villages of Belvéze-du-Razés, Routier and Alaigne.
Loop via Ivry, La Bastide-sur-l'Hers and Laroque-d'Olmes from Dreuilhe
Visorando Member 8.31 mi
+814 ft
-837 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Dreuilhe (Ariège)
A pleasant, easy loop with beautiful views of the surrounding hills and the Tabe massif: Pic du Soularac, Pic de Saint-Barthélémy, Pic de Girabal, Pic Galinat, Pic du Han and Mont Fourcat.
Circular of Fount Picou
Tourist office 
3.60 mi
+374 ft
-374 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Fanjeaux (Aude)
This circular loop, which starts along the tramway path, opens onto the hills of La Piège. It encircles a narrow valley that has always been farmland shared by the farmers living in the village. Each of the fields lined up in this way had access or a "step" from the path. A stone hut, flanked by the traditional cypress tree, allowed the farmer and his team to take a well-deserved rest once the "junte" was finished.
Blue markings
Hille and Mont Carrière circular in Fanjeaux
Tourist office 
7.51 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,096 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Fanjeaux (Aude)
In the Aude Cathar Country, the unspoilt village of Fanjeaux, perched on a hill (pech in Occitan), offers spectacular views of the countryside. The undulating route winds its way over the hills, dotted with numerous viewpoints, including Mont Carrière with its four orientation tables.
Red markings and "Circular de la Hille" sign.
The Way of St Dominic from Fanjeaux
Tourist office 
9.12 mi
+935 ft
-935 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Fanjeaux (Aude)
Set off on the path once taken by Saint Dominic to reach the first monastery he founded in Prouille. Crossing the hills, the route reveals the wine-growing village of Lasserre-de-Prouille, a small "circulade" with a remarkable heritage.
This is a shortened version of the long route linking Fanjeaux to Montréal (30 km) via the GR® 78, the Piedmont route of the legendary pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela.
Yellow markings
Lieurac - Le Bois de Mouillet circular
Visorando Member 
8.47 mi
+1,604 ft
-1,585 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lieurac (Ariège)
From hamlets to villages, forests to woods, set off to discover the hidden charms of this little corner of Ariège! Take a breather and discover a 400-year-old oak tree, small wash basins, old stone shepherds' huts (orrys), views of the Péreille Gorges... and a few steep slopes, one with a 17% gradient and another with a 20% gradient!
The Ariège Plantaurel around Roquefort-les-Cascades
Visorando Member 
9.86 mi
+1,834 ft
-1,818 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lieurac (Ariège)
This hike offers beautiful rolling landscapes between the woods of La Balme, Mouillet and small valley bottoms. The main feature of this route is the Douctouyre, a river near Lavelanet, which you cross twice. The highlight is the petrifying Turasse waterfall near Roquefort, a real geological curiosity.
Landscapes and vineyards of Bas-Razès
Tourist office 
10.78 mi
+840 ft
-830 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lasserre-de-Prouille (Aude)
Starting from Laserre-de-Prouille, set off along the paths through the vineyards of the Malepère appellation to discover four villages perched on their hills: Brézilhac, Ferran, Mazerolles-du-Razès and Lasserre-de-Prouille. Several panoramic views provide an insight into the landscape, which is marked by a wide variety of agricultural activities.
Yellow markings
Chemin des Pibouls
Visorando Member 
7.67 mi
+656 ft
-650 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Lasserre-de-Prouille (Aude)
Whether on foot or by mountain bike, this undulating walk through the vineyards of Malepère will reveal stunning views of the Pyrenees, as well as the Montagne Noire and the Lauragais plain. You’ll also visit three charming little villages known as ‘circulade’.This walk is not recommended in hot weather as there is no shade.
Circular between Carla-de-Roquefort and Sautel
Visorando Member 
7.07 mi
+581 ft
-597 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Carla-de-Roquefort (Ariège)
Circular family loop with little elevation gain. Starting from Carla-de-Roquefort, via Lieurac and the Extraordinary Garden, then a beautiful ridge towards Le Sautel, and finally along the Douctouyre and the canal leading to an old mill.
Circular between Ilhat and Roquefort-les-Cascades
Visorando Member 
6.71 mi
+1,237 ft
-1,214 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ilhat (Ariège)
Circular in the Douctouyre valley with a passage through the top of the cliffs of the Mouillet plateau, which offers a beautiful view of the Ariège Pyrenees in good weather. Once in the village of Roquefort-les-Cascades, you can visit the waterfalls, which have water mainly in spring.
Ilhat - Gréoulou circular
Visorando Member 
5.37 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,014 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ilhat (Ariège)
A circular route for a family hike with wide, safe paths, starting from the village of Ilhat (from below). The outward route runs along the top of the cliff with a beautiful view to the south over the Pyrenees. The return route runs along the bottom of the cliff. A path through the woods leads to the hamlet of Gréoulou. There are many alternative paths, but some of them are dead ends! So it's best to stick to the trail.
Mont Carrière loop to Villasavary
Visorando Member 
6.36 mi
+994 ft
-1,017 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
A challenging forest circuit on hilly paths with sweeping views over the first hills of the Piège. It is an ideal training ground for keeping fit or preparing your legs for the mountains. Mont Carrière, the highlight of the walk, has four orientation tables, but it is not the only panoramic viewpoint on this circuit, which offers many beautiful sights.
Circular via the Croix de Morenci at the foot of Montségur.
Visorando Member 
7.77 mi
+1,437 ft
-1,421 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lavelanet (Ariège)
Hike starting from Lavelanet with a very steep climb through the woods, followed by magnificent panoramic views of Montségur Castle, to reach the Croix de Morenci and its charming metal origami bison sculptures. Beautiful view of Mont Fourcat as well.
Les Dédales du Temps starting from Villasavary
Tourist office 
6.33 mi
+804 ft
-801 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
Follow in the footsteps of Théodore Denille and discover the landscapes of Lauragais, the hills of Piège du Lauragais and the people who shaped its history. Find your way through the maze of wooded paths, take a few breaks to read the signs and admire the panoramic views, while learning to recognise orchids.
Red markings
Orchid trail in Villasavary
Tourist office 
5.90 mi
+853 ft
-846 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Villasavary (Aude)
The wild orchid discovery trail winds its way from the slopes of Mont Carrière to those of Les Canonges, offering a succession of hills and valleys where undergrowth, forests, cultivated areas, short, dry grasslands on limestone soil and wetlands alternate.
Wild orchids have made their home in this setting. However, few walkers pay attention to these sometimes tiny flowers, which rarely grow taller than 20 centimetres, in the early days of spring. Some are very concentrated, others much rarer, growing alone or scattered.
Picto Yellow Flower Markings
The Gorges de Péreille
Visorando Member 5.12 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,050 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Péreille (Ariège)
A shaded walk through the woods along the Douctouyre with some geological explanations.
Péreille d'en Haut
Visorando Member 5.11 mi
+843 ft
-837 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Lavelanet (Ariège)
A family-friendly route that is not too long but has a slight incline and, above all, a beautiful view of the Tabe massif, Saint-Barthélémy and Mont Fourcat. The path continues a little further but is a dead end above the cliffs of the Gorges de Péreille. The return journey can be made via a slightly sloping trail, then a path that can be muddy after rain.
Roquefort-les-Cascades - Roc des Abeilles - Heath circular
Visorando Member 
3.94 mi
+935 ft
-909 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Roquefort-les-Cascades (Ariège)
This is a short circular, starting from Roquefort-les-Cascades, which climbs to the ruins of Château de Teyrac, then follows the ridge to Roc des Abeilles. You will pass at the foot of beautiful cliffs that were climbing spots for the Haute Montagne Gendarmerie platoons. The landscape is exceptional, and there is also a beautiful view of Pic Saint-Barthélémy. There are two fairly steep climbs, which are best avoided in wet weather.
Roc des Abeilles from Roquefort-les-Cascades
Visorando Member 
5.06 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,168 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Roquefort-les-Cascades (Ariège)
Circular hike from Roquefort-les-Cascades to Roc des Abeilles via the ruins of Château de Teyrac and back via Jean de Lamic, Les Monges and Daribeau on the other side of the valley. The route passes through two impressive climbing spots with routes rated from 4 to 7c. Some fairly steep passages where you need to use your hands.
Roquefixade Castle, Coulzonne Cave and Roquefort Waterfalls
Visorando Member 
7.12 mi
+2,283 ft
-2,270 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Roquefort-les-Cascades (Ariège)
A beautiful hike, without any real difficulty, in the hills above Roquefixade, near Foix, and at the Roquefort Waterfalls.The first part of the hike is uphill through the woods until you reach the cliffs above Roquefixade (castle, ridge and cave) before re-entering the forest to the waterfalls and picnic tables.
The Roquefort Waterfalls
Visorando Member 
0.42 mi
+302 ft
-302 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Roquefort-les-Cascades (Ariège)
A very short walk in the woods to discover the Roquefort waterfalls.
Circular via Coulzonne and Roquefixade
Visorando Member 
5.52 mi
+1,070 ft
-1,076 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Roquefixade (Ariège)
Here is an alternative hike in the Château de Roquefixade massif, which is easy and offers beautiful views of the valley, the village and the Pyrenees, weather permitting. You will also see many goats, some more wild than others, but none of them shy.
Cathar castle of Roquefixade
Visorando Member 
4.86 mi
+1,604 ft
-1,604 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Roquefixade (Ariège)
A pleasant walk in the hills above Roquefixade, near Foix. Passing by its Cathar castle and the Grotte de l'Église Catholique, used to celebrate Mass during the French Revolution.
A varied route: heath, woods and clearings.
Suitable for families, but caution is advised along the cliff ridge.
Circular via Saint-Martin and Roquefixade from Nalzen
Visorando Member 
5.04 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,322 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Roquefixade (Ariège)
A circular loop, mainly on footpaths and a little bit of a very quiet road. Beautiful views of the castles of Roquefixade and Montségur in the distance, as well as the mountains of the Tabe massif.