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Saint-André-de-Majencoules walks
Circular walk from Saint-André-de-Majencoules via the Chemin des Baigneurs
Visorando Member
4.14 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,168 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André-de-Majencoules (Gard)
Starting from Peyregrosse, on the banks of the Hérault, the hike takes a beautiful path, once used by young villagers to go swimming in the river, up to the village of Saint-André-de-Majencoules. It continues with a circular route that allows you to visit the village and its surroundings.
Le Villaret from Peyregrosse
2.31 mi
+240 ft
-233 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-André-de-Majencoules (Gard)
Starting from Peyregrosse, a round trip along the Hérault river followed by a circular route passing through the hamlet of Villaret and the Jardin des Sambucs, a remarkable garden (see opening times).
Camias and La Rouvierette loop from Les Quatre Chemins
6.61 mi
+1,522 ft
-1,519 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André-de-Majencoules (Gard)
These paths lead to terraces that were once cultivated and offer views of the surrounding hamlets. Most of this hike is in the shade of holm oaks and chestnut trees. You'll feel like you've stepped back in time in these typical Cévennes landscapes.
Moutonnier Bridge - Bon Perrier
11.48 mi
+2,881 ft
-2,913 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Notre-Dame-de-la-Rouvière (Gard)
The route follows part of the drovers' road from Colognac to Mont Aigoual.
The Pont Moutonnier route
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.27 mi
+1,903 ft
-1,903 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Notre-Dame-de-la-Rouvière (Gard)
Starting from Puech Sigal, a beautiful circular walk through the remote villages of the Cévennes in the Gard region, to the Col de l’Asclier and its sheep bridge.
By adding an hour and a half to the walking time, the start (and finish) can be at Notre-Dame-de-la-Rouvière.
Col de l'Homme Mort from Mas Gibert
9.93 mi
+2,041 ft
-2,060 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
Circular route on the northern slope of the Hérault valley allowing you to climb to the crest of the Aigoual massif, which offers superb views of the Cévennes.
Le Mas de l'Église and Le Mas Gibert d'Ardaillers
1.89 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
A short hike to discover two typical hamlets, consisting almost exclusively of old houses, on the southern slope of the Aigoual.
Ranc de Banes and Les Jumeaux
9.13 mi
+2,943 ft
-2,953 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sumène (Gard)
Tour of the Rieutord valley via the ridges between Sumène and Ganges, with the unique feature of crossing the Baume Clauside cave. You will enjoy the typical panoramic views of the southern Cévennes.
Tour of the Combe Chaude Nature Reserve via the Ranc de Banes
8.13 mi
+1,998 ft
-2,018 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sumène (Gard)
This circular hike takes you through the Combe Chaude Nature Reserve, a nesting area for birds of prey and bats in the numerous caves. This limestone barrier overlooks the Rieutord valley and offers a beautiful view of much of the Cévennes in the Gard department.
Don't miss the unusual crossing of the Baume Clauside, the climb up the Ranc de Banes offering a 360° panorama from Pic Saint-Loup to Mont Aigoual, and a short tour to discover the village at the end of the circuit.
Sporty loop around the Aigoual
25.10 mi
+5,679 ft
-5,659 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
For experienced hikers, here is a 40 km loop starting from Valleraugue and reaching Aigoual via the famous 4,000 steps. It descends to Lac du Bonheur near Camprieu, then climbs back up to Espérou and ends along the ridges facing Mont Aigoual, which you will have discovered a few hours earlier.
This hike is not technically difficult but is very long with some steep sections and requires good stamina.
Village and terraces of Valleraugue
2.07 mi
+154 ft
-154 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
A short hike to discover the village of Valleraugue, the legendary starting point of the 4000 Marches, and its terraces overlooking the Hérault.
The Pic de Barette
1.28 mi
+138 ft
-161 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
A short hike passing by Pic de Barette, which offers a beautiful view of Aigoual and the Hérault valley. The route also passes by the tomb of André Chamson, resistance fighter, writer and member of the Académie Française.
The Orgon Waterfalls
5.54 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,142 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
A very wooded circular route, crossing numerous streams, but with some beautiful viewpoints. After a very steep climb, the route reaches the top of the waterfalls but does not offer a breathtaking view of them.
The 4,000 steps and return via Aire de Côte
16.15 mi
+4,186 ft
-4,206 ft
11h 05
Difficult
Departure from Valleraugue (Gard)
From Valleraugue, take the famous 4000-step trail that climbs up to the Mont-Aigoual observatory.
To complete the loop, follow theGR®6for a long descent through the forest towards Aire de Côte, before finishing with a crossing of the chestnut grove above the hamlet of Berthezène.
A walk around Le Vigan
1.78 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Vigan (Gard)
Le Vigan is not a particularly pretty or touristy town. However, if you stop off there, here's a walk to discover a few aspects of the historic centre and the banks of the river Arre.
Discovering Aulas
2.55 mi
+577 ft
-597 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Aulas (Gard)
This short walk allows you to explore the town of Aulas through its narrow streets, offering magnificent views over the Coudoulous and Arre valleys, and of the Pic d’Anjeau as soon as you rise above the village. You then head back down into the valley to stroll through the historic centre of Aulas.
The Eagle Rock
3.25 mi
+1,024 ft
-1,020 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Notre-Dame-de-la-Rouvière (Gard)
A 360° panorama of the Cévennes valleys and Mont Aigoual. Information panels are provided along the route.
Crêtes de l'Asclier
6.76 mi
+1,995 ft
-1,978 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Notre-Dame-de-la-Rouvière (Gard)
Panoramic hike, Fageas – Rocher de l'Aigle – Serre de Borgne, from the Col de l'Asclier.
The Orgon Waterfalls and the André Chamson Monument
6.18 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,309 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Arphy (Gard)
This magnificent hike is featured on the beautiful Massif de l'Aigoual map published by the Mont Aigoual Causses Tourist Office. Enjoy the diversity of the forests you will pass through, where you will constantly switch between beech, oak, fir and spruce trees. The panoramic views at (3) and at the André Chamson Monument are sublime.
The hamlet of Cézas and the Priory of Saint-Martin
3.99 mi
+928 ft
-948 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Sumène (Gard)
The hamlet of Cézas, in the commune of Sumène, clings to an altitude of 650 m between the Cagnasses and Fage mountains, in the heart of a national forest. This short mid-mountain route alternates between numerous shaded passages and views of the Cévennes and beyond. On the way, a visit to the 12th-century Priory of Saint-Martin is a must, offering a peaceful spot for a picnic.
The Fage mountain
6.27 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,391 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sumène (Gard)
This moderately difficult hike offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and Saint-Roman de Codières from the ridge of the Montagne de la Fage.
Saint-Marcel de Fontfouillouse via Monteils
9.60 mi
+2,178 ft
-2,172 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Les Plantiers (Gard)
A lovely hike from Les Plantiers to the Saint-Marcel church in Fontfouillouse, passing through the hamlet of Monteils, the Col de l'Espinas and Faveyrolle.
Anjeau Cave from Saint-Laurent-le-Minier
5.04 mi
+1,706 ft
-1,709 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-le-Minier (Gard)
A beautiful autumn walk.
Moderator's addition: For a slightly tricky section on the descent, it is advisable to do this hike in the opposite direction to the description
The Esparon loop
8.86 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,732 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Molières-Cavaillac (Gard)
From Molières-Calaillac (greenway car park), climb towards Esparon, then descend towards Bez, then Lasfons and along the greenway.
The arboretum of l'Hort de Dieu from the Aigoual summit
3.39 mi
+997 ft
-1,001 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bassurels (Lozère)
From the summit of Mont Aigoual, discover l'Hort de Dieu, the Garden of God, a favorite spot for botanists since the Renaissance, and a testing ground for today's botanists."Remembering the good advice of the fabulist, we wanted to plant without delay; in the spring and especially in the autumn of 1903, we planted more than 1,200 plants, including 773 trees at the Hort de Dieu... As of now, we have 219 species of trees and shrubs in cultivation or under study at the Aigoual". Charles Flahault, 1904.
Trépaloup loop
1.70 mi
+259 ft
-262 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Bassurels (Lozère)
A short, easy hike, provided you're not prone to vertigo, from the summit of Mont Aigoual, offering breathtaking views of the Cévennes and the Hérault valley.
The Cirque de Navacelles from the Causse de Blandas
8.88 mi
+630 ft
-1,529 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Montdardier (Gard)
Between the Causse de Blandas and the Gorges de la Vis, the entire route lies within the “Causses and the Cévennes” site, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the drovers' road linking Languedoc to Aubrac, used by sheep to reach the summer pastures of Aigoual, take the time to observe the unique world of the Causse. To round off the day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Gorges de la Vis offered by the descent of the Travers de Navacelles.