Saint-Beauzile walks

Let's set off to explore a multifaceted environment from the small village of Saint-Beauzile. After passing through dense, wild undergrowth, where we take forgotten paths, the route becomes more open, allowing us to discover gently rolling countryside where vineyards and cereal crops coexist harmoniously. There is a little tarmac, but on very quiet roads.

This route heads into the Grésigne forest via a wide forest track towards Sainte-Cécile du Cayrou to the south. It then returns through vineyards and fields towards Saint-Beauzile across undulating countryside criss-crossed by numerous streams. A well-maintained wash house provides a useful shelter halfway along the route for a picnic in bad weather! This walk is a longer version of the “Around Saint-Beauzile” walk published on Visorando.

This is an easy hike, ideal for a half-day, which allows you to discover the beautifully restored houses of two small villages and takes you through hills and valleys, ending with a walk through part of the Gaillac vineyards.

A walk offering a variety of landscapes, with a beautiful view over the Gaillac plain. Then a walk through a very pretty hamlet and, to finish, a trail through the forest offering a change of scenery.Note: the ride involves a significant elevation gain; we start by descending and then climb back up.

A pleasant circular route for exploring the Gaillac vineyards, crossing the valleys and hillsides of the Tarn with ease. This hike is not recommended in hot weather as there is little shade.

About fifteen kilometres from Gaillac, this is an easy hike in a peaceful setting of rolling hills, woods and vineyards. A few beautiful residences and several dovecotes dot the route, adding to its charm.

This circular route, which follows wide forest tracks and is completely unchallenging, offers few open views but plenty of shade, which is much appreciated in hot weather. This route is suitable for pushchairs with three large wheels.

A hike between vineyards and hills which enables you to discover a gently undulating landscape where pretty small villages and lovely dovecotes, enhanced by their careful restoration, nestle. The Château-Musée du Cayla which is located on the walk could also provide amateur historians and literature buffs with a splendid cultural stopover, following in the footsteps of Maurice and Eugénie de Guérin, whose correspondence is still famous.

For adventurers who love the wilderness. This route will take you across La Grésigne on either side of the D87. You will tread many barely visible paths, avoiding forest tracks and roads as much as possible. Bartas, sections with significant elevation changes and trails trodden by wild boars will delight hikers looking for a challenge and a good workout. .

A hike that alternates between small villages, castles and churches, with the added bonus of a breathtaking view of Cordes-sur-Ciel. Best done in spring or, even better, in October, when the vines change colour. In summer, the shaded areas in the undergrowth are very welcome.

This hike in the Vaour region, between Quercy and Albigeois, alternates between Celtic and Roman paths in a Causse landscape dotted with dolmens and numerous fountains. Several pretty villages: Saint-Michel-de-Vax, Roussayrolles and Peyralade have remarkable buildings. The hike offers beautiful panoramic views between the Grésigne forest and the Aveyron valley to the north. Moderator's note problem in (8), see reviews 02/08/2022

The Lagarde Castle Trail offers unspoilt landscapes and lush greenery. Running alongside rivers, crops and meadows, crossing streams and brooks, this enchanting trail will take you to the Vère-Grésigne leisure centre.

This pleasant loop in the Cordais hills, between vineyards and woods, allows you to discover a unique geological feature (the rougiers) and beautiful views of the villages of Cordes and Tonnac. The hike was created by the Tarn department and marked by volunteers from the FFRandonnée.

Vineyards and fields stretch from one stream to the next, dotted with beautiful residences such as the Château-Musée du Cayla, dovecotes and pretty villages. This route guarantees a pleasant half-day out in the countryside.

A walk in the gently rolling countryside of Cahuzac-sur-Vère to discover two charming little churches and two castles, one of which houses a renowned gourmet restaurant. We are in the Gaillac region, and most of the route takes place among vineyards, small woods and cultivated fields.

This walk combines the paths of the Bois de Gradille and the hills above Gaillac: walks listed in ‘Walks and Hikes in the Tarn’. It offers a beautiful variety of landscapes over the course of the day, ranging from the agricultural north, the vineyards and valleys of north-western Gaillac with their Tuscan-like charm, to the Bois de Gradille, graced by its pretty chapel of the same name. The rolling hills between fields, woods and vineyards flow harmoniously as you make your way through the quiet hamlets.

The view of the bastide town of Castelnau-de-Montmiral can be seen right from the start. Downy oaks and Montpellier maples line the trail between vineyards and views of the Gaillac hillsides. The Gradille chapel is nestled in the woods of the same name.

Near Cordes-sur-Ciel, a small village awaits you to discover its history and its Merovingian necropolis. Along the paths and small roads, you can take part in an interactive treasure hunt. The safe and its secret await you.

Circular loop west of Roussayrolles, requiring some effort but allowing you to discover the remarkable ruins of La Laussière. In wet weather, the section of the mills is full of waterfalls.

A route through the Cordais region with small villages and beautiful churches to discover, beautiful views all along the way and, to finish this circular route in style, a touch of magic with the Laussière valley and its ruined mills.

Roussayrolles through the magical forest and the old mills...

Just a few minutes from the centre of Gaillac, this is a peaceful walk, ideal for a half-day outing. The circuit passes through unspoilt countryside where vineyards, meadows and small woods share the space. In this landscape of rolling hills and valleys, a few beautiful houses and wine estates dot the route. Not to mention the views of the Montagne Noire and the Pyrenees on a clear day to top it all off.

From the Conservatory Orchard to the oak groves of La Grésigne, walkers will follow the path the entire way. The Audoulou stream runs alongside parts of the route, providing welcome refreshment in summer. Some effort will be required as the route alternates between ascents and descents with very few flat sections.

A family walk in the Grésigne State Forest, this is a shortened version of the Puycelsi heritage trail. Suitable for young children, with a little help to finish the climbs, and preferably when the ground is dry as there are steep slopes in the undergrowth.

Starting from the beautiful village of Penne, which boasts a famous castle, this route takes you through the Grésigne Forest, consisting mainly of oak trees, and its deeply shaded paths, before climbing up to old hamlets such as Roussel and Roussergue. You will then climb the Suquets, the rocky promontory opposite Penne, which offers a panoramic view of the village, literally ‘nestled’ within the forest.

From the rock village of Penne, the circuit takes hikers to the Suquets viewpoint. Countryside and forests share the multifaceted landscape of limestone cliffs. Steep climbs and descents will delight the more athletic walkers. The end of the route is a peaceful walk along the Aveyron river before a final short climb at the foot of the village.

From the banks of the Aveyron, this hike offers a breath of fresh air to those who enjoy walking in the woods and provides some lovely views along the way. At the start, the Rocher de Suquets offers a beautiful viewpoint over the fortified site of Penne and, on the way back, the descent to the hamlet of Amiel provides lovely views of the cliffs of the Gorges de l'Aveyron.

A beautiful rollercoaster route in the heart of nature. From woodland to plateaus, you will walk along paths on either side of the Aveyron between two remarkable medieval villages. The outward journey takes you along unmarked but easily recognisable paths that are rarely used. The return journey is entirely on theGR®46trail, marked in red and white, and is easy to follow.

Starting from the small village of Mauriac, this short hike, accessible to all, takes you through valleys carpeted with vineyards and small hills offering views of the Gaillac plain and, on a clear day, the Montagne Noire and even the Pyrenees. A few beautifully restored dovecotes and some noble residences adorn the route.

Variation on the "From Bournazel to Mouzieys-Panens" route This circular route goes from roads to trails, with ups and downs, through the Cordes countryside with numerous viewpoints on the north side of Cordes-sur-Ciel. It includes different sections of trails and, although the route follows parts of otherPR® orGR®36trails, a GPS is recommended as the route includes unmarked sections.

From Senouillac, a village perched above the Tarn valley, you will walk through the vine-covered hillsides of the “Gaillacois” appellation. You will be surprised by the wealth of private châteaux such as those of Mauriac, Salettes and La Bonnette, but also by the light-coloured natural stone, which is ubiquitous in all the older buildings.