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Saint-Geniez-d'Olt walks
The Vaysseries starting from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt
Visorando Member
2.52 mi
+472 ft
-472 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
A walk that is also suitable for families, with beautiful views over Saint-Geniez-d'Olt.
Les Pessoles
4.49 mi
+679 ft
-709 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
A family hike that combines a bit of mountain climbing with a descent into a pleasant valley with a magnificent boralde
(large stream), from which the town draws its water. Note the passage over a bridge said to be Roman...
The Aurelle chapel at the start of the route from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt
11.21 mi
+2,093 ft
-2,096 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
Leave the comfortable Lot valley behind to venture higher up and experience the most authentic aspects of the Haut Rouergue and the Aubrac. The village of Aurelle is a truly inspiring testament to life in days gone by – and, indeed, not so long ago. As you climb towards it, the views are fabulous and the surrounding countryside enchanting, with its meadows carpeted in flowers.
Le Puech del Rey
3.35 mi
+692 ft
-699 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
This is an educational walk organised by two classes and their teachers, with the involvement of the Aveyron Departmental Hiking Committee and local authorities. It is also suitable for families.
Private property (3); see the notice dated 1 September 2023 for an alternative route
Le Barribès
2.21 mi
+469 ft
-449 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
Leave the bustling town centre behind and discover the cool, peaceful shade of the woods. Along the Barribès stream, tanneries were once set up: test your fitness with friends or family. A glimpse of the foothills of the Aubrac, to be avoided in case of rising water levels.
In the woods of Combetalade (short version)
4.31 mi
+997 ft
-997 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
This walk through the woods offers panoramic views of the Lot valley and the foothills of the Aubrac.
In the woods of Combetalade
6.74 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,483 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez-d'Olt (Aveyron)
This walk through the woods offers panoramic views of the Lot valley and the villages of Saint-Geniez-d'Olt, Pomayrols and its castle.
In fact, it's the Aveyron as we love it.
Malescombes Path
5.77 mi
+919 ft
-906 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Eulalie-d'Olt (Aveyron)
For those who enjoy climbs. From the start in Sainte-Eulalie-d’Olt and almost all the way to Malescombes, the route climbs along a path through the woodland to reach the plateau at Malescombes. Here you’ll be treated to a magnificent view of the Aubrac and all the surrounding valleys.
Pierrefiche - Sainte-Eulalie-d'Olt
6.15 mi
+873 ft
-892 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pierrefiche (Aveyron)
A delightful route for exploring Sainte-Eulalie-d'Olt and its surroundings. A very pleasant walk through the valley, which forms a circular route with a visit to Sainte-Eulalie halfway along the route.
The Escoudats woods
4.83 mi
+719 ft
-709 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Aurelle-Verlac (Aveyron)
In Verlac, three circularPR®1,PR®2andPR®3loops all pass through Aurelle and follow the same route up to that point. These three hikes will dazzle you in spring with the extremely rich flora of the Aubrac meadows and in autumn with the combinations of brown, yellow and orange in its forests.
The Bois des Hourciéres by Aurelle
10.05 mi
+1,926 ft
-1,896 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aurelle-Verlac (Aveyron)
In Verlac, three circular routes (PR®1,PR®2andPR®3) all pass through Aurelle and follow the same path up to that point. These three hikes will dazzle you in spring with the extremely rich flora of the Aubrac meadows and in autumn with the combination of brown, yellow and orange colours of its forests.
Le Mandialou from Verlac
5.80 mi
+787 ft
-768 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aurelle-Verlac (Aveyron)
Aurelle is a sanctuary of rural life. It has a 13th-century chapel, a communal bread oven, a few houses, a garden and a mill.
This village offers threePR®1,PR®2andPR®3hikes. This description applies toPR®2.
From Naves to Cazalet via the PR®5
14.73 mi
+2,080 ft
-2,110 ft
8h 35
Difficult
Departure from Aurelle-Verlac (Aveyron)
Imagine you’ve been invited on a transhumance; the journey begins in the beautiful village of Naves d’Aubrac. We follow the drovers' roads that will lead us towards the mountains—the name given to these vast grassy expanses. Up there, the air is crisp and the views are magnificent. Cazalet dominates the ascent, then we reach the highest point, the Celtic cross of La Rhode. We begin the descent, gazing out at the vast and infinitely deep horizons.
The Grandes Solitudes circular starting from Les Mazes.
10.96 mi
+1,847 ft
-1,857 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Aurelle-Verlac (Aveyron)
Grandes Solitudes is in fact a continuation of the PR®6 "Solitudes" route in the Chamina guidebook, but with an extension. The lower part of Solitude in the Chamina guidebook is impassable. The route starts from Les Mazes heading north, then gradually follows the drovers' road and soon, with your head increasingly in the sky, you will gain 300 metres in altitude and enjoy sumptuous panoramic views. The return journey follows the Mardonenque boralde (small river).
The Castelnau Dam from Lassouts
9.01 mi
+1,027 ft
-1,043 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lassouts (Aveyron)
Circular route alternating between meadows, woodland and a lake in a protected natural area.
The Lauras Stream
Tourist office
5.32 mi
+814 ft
-814 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Lassouts (Aveyron)
From the village of Lassouts, you can look out over the rugged, wooded slopes of the Lot valley, with some truly exceptional views.
Cerf route in the Lot and Boraldes Valley
9.72 mi
+2,096 ft
-2,100 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Castelnau-de-Mandailles (Aveyron)
This circular, which is very varied in every respect, is a wonderful way to discover the limestone plateaus, chestnut groves and pastures of the Lot valley.
It offers views and passages through remarkable villages and hamlets.
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