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Saint-Jean-du-Bruel walks
Château d'Algues via Fougayrolles
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.54 mi
+915 ft
-915 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-du-Bruel (Aveyron)
Several paths connect Saint-Jean-du-Bruel to Algues, the former stronghold of the Roquefeuil family overlooking the Dourbie valley. This is an easy 7km route with a moderate incline, ideal for a leisurely stroll.
Notre-Dame de la Sentinelle
2.75 mi
+702 ft
-689 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-du-Bruel (Aveyron)
A short hike takes you to an ancient place of procession where you can enjoy the view over Saint-Jean-du-Bruel.
Brante forest road
6.22 mi
+889 ft
-909 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-du-Bruel (Aveyron)
From schist to sandstone, through chestnut trees and the remains of old calamine furnaces.
Causse-Bégon and the Giant's Tomb
7.79 mi
+1,450 ft
-1,437 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-du-Bruel (Aveyron)
Former calamine furnaces, the Œil de Bœuf and the Tombeau du Géant on the Causse Bégon. Step back in time from the industrial era to prehistory.
The Upper Dourbie Valley
9.35 mi
+1,965 ft
-1,962 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-du-Bruel (Aveyron)
From one side of the Dourbie to the other via the Tayrac footbridge.
From Saint-Jean du Bruel to Sauclières
7.38 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,181 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-du-Bruel (Aveyron)
Hike along the old railway line with its engineering structures and the picturesque village of Sauclières.
The path to Sauclières school
Visorando Member
4.06 mi
+325 ft
-318 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Sauclières (Aveyron)
This trail was created by the RPI (Inter-municipal Educational Group) of Saint-Jean-du-Bruel and Sauclières. It is usually walked in the opposite direction to the one suggested here, so as to tackle the route’s only difficulty (a short, stony climb to reach the realigned D7) at the start of the walk. A torch is required to cross the Bousquillous tunnel before returning to Sauclières, a small village well worth spending a little time exploring.
Cantobre - Stream, via Roc Nantais
9.49 mi
+1,850 ft
-1,854 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Nant (Aveyron)
The objectives of this hike are to reach Stream on foot from Cantobre as easily as possible, using as many paths as possible, to visit the village of Stream, and to return to Cantobre via the hills, in particular Roc Stream.
The source of the Durzon and the Canalettes
7.65 mi
+791 ft
-781 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Nant (Aveyron)
A very interesting route, particularly concerning the Canalettes site. These are two ‘canoles’ – faults carved into the limestone of the Causses by erosion. These fractures are particularly deep at this point.This walk also takes you to the source of the Durzon, which emerges as a resurgence. Similarly, the steep section at the Pas de la Mule, although short, is another highlight of this circular walk.
⚠️ The Canalettes fault site is closed annually from 1 October to 30 November by municipal order.
Circular walk around Pic Saint-Guiral and Lac des Pises, starting from Alzon
19.37 mi
+3,763 ft
-3,757 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Alzon (Gard)
A very long, variedcircular route through pine and beech woods, offering shade and water, perfect for exploring the Cévennes. An original route starting from the Oratory of Saint-Guiralhet, featuring lovely panoramic views, which then leads to Pic Saint-Guiral at Lac des Pises.
The Alzon tour via tunnels and viaducts
5.15 mi
+951 ft
-968 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Alzon (Gard)
This loop around the village of Alzon is ideal for families, allowing you to hike along an old railway line through tunnels and over viaducts. Bring a torch for certain sections.
Around Revens
8.51 mi
+669 ft
-663 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Revens (Gard)
An easy hike on the south-eastern edge of the Causse Noir. Villages and Causse landscapes await you and, with a bit of luck, a few bison! The signposting is very reliable.
The Corniches of the Causse Noir
7.21 mi
+1,572 ft
-1,447 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from La Roque-Sainte-Marguerite (Aveyron)
You will need two vehicles for this journey from La Bouteille to Saint-André-de-Vézines.
Rocher de Roques Altès and Corniche du Rajol
8.72 mi
+1,657 ft
-1,644 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Roque-Sainte-Marguerite (Aveyron)
This circular walk takes you to two natural sites of great beauty. First, Roques Altès, where the farm of the same name invites you to stop for a break, then the Corniche du Rajol, which offers a multitude of rugged, jagged rocks overlooking the Gorges de la Dourbie. Beyond the scenery, the two hamlets of Saint-Véran and Montméjean, both crowned by the ruins of their feudal castles, add a fascinating touch of heritage, offering a magnificent example of Causse architecture in a timeless and deeply restful atmosphere.
The Chemin des Morts de Saint Sauveur Camprieu
5.76 mi
+755 ft
-725 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-Camprieu (Gard)
Despite its uninviting name, this is a superb hike under the forest canopy. The name comes from the fact that there was once no cemetery in Camprieu, forcing the inhabitants to carry their dead to the hamlet of Saint-Sauveur.
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