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6.73 mi
+2,175 ft
-2,149 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Lys (Aude)
A beautiful, shaded hike in the forest of the charming village of Saint-Martin-Lys, at the foot of the River Aude. This route is well worth the detour, with a beautiful viewpoint over the Axat Valley at the start of the trail.
The Devil's Belvedere
5.35 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,309 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Belvianes-et-Cavirac (Aude)
A family hike accessible to all, in the Aude Pyrenees, leading to the Belvédère du Diable viewpoint, with the chance to discover the unusual Carach chalet along a constantly shaded route.
The Mousquière and Diable viewpoints
7.05 mi
+2,536 ft
-2,536 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Belvianes-et-Cavirac (Aude)
A lovely walk through the forest, sheltered from the wind on days when the Tramontane is strong.
A challenging hike with a steep climb to reach the Belvédère de la Mousquière, but the view more than makes up for the effort!!!
Beautiful views from the Belvédères du Diable and lovely glimpses of the Quillan valley or Bugarach along the route.
Puilaurens Castle
7.40 mi
+1,102 ft
-1,266 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Puilaurens (Aude)
An easy hike, partly through the woods, suitable for families. Most of the hike is on a track. You can visit the castle (check opening times). It is closed in winter.
La Serre des Aiguilles, viewpoint overlooking Puilaurens Castle
3.96 mi
+715 ft
-715 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Puilaurens (Aude)
This short forest hike will take you to the top of a hill with a magnificent view of Puilaurens Castle. It is an interesting addition to a visit to the castle.
The Belvédère du Diable and the Chalet de Carach from Quillan
8.19 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,266 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Quillan (Aude)
A challenging hike if you choose the circular Belvédère du Diable with its high, airy viewpoint! The route takes you through forests, along tracks and paths, with the amazing Chalet de Carach, the villages of Belvianes and Cavirac to discover, and a return trip along the Aude river: magnificent!
Please take note of the comments in the description regarding points (5) and (6).
On the banks of the River Aude
6.17 mi
+404 ft
-377 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Campagne-sur-Aude (Aude)
Nature trail along the Aude river and urban trail through the villages of Campagne-sur-Aude and Espéraza.
Le Pech du Bugarach from Bugarach
7.33 mi
+2,717 ft
-2,720 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bugarach (Aude)
This is a relatively short, intense loop route at altitude, climbing Pech du Bugarach from the village via La Fenêtre.
Pas de Capelan, archaeological remains, Sougraigne, La Pourteille from Bugarach
10.77 mi
+2,710 ft
-2,726 ft
7h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bugarach (Aude)
A lovely circular discovery walk. A GPX track is required. Although there are various markings and signposts, these do not necessarily correspond to this circular route; furthermore, the IGN base map does not always match the actual terrain.
Circular trail of the Couleurs de Rennes-le-Château starting from Espéraza
9.22 mi
+1,490 ft
-1,506 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Espéraza (Aude)
Path of lights and colours: the white of the limestone cliffs, the blood red of the earth, the green of the meadows and trees, the blue of the sky and mountains, the scent of pine trees and the winds that carry our dreams far away as we admire the exceptional panoramas.
Path of the mysteries of Abbé Saunière and his confessor of Espéraza: walk in their footsteps to the heart of their history and their landscapes.
The Green Labyrinth and the Nébias Nature Trail
4.68 mi
+525 ft
-538 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Nébias (Aude)
An unmissable hike in the Aude region, accessible to all, starting from Nébias and taking you to discover the enigmatic Green Labyrinth.
The Pech de Bugarach circular route from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes
11.85 mi
+3,514 ft
-3,510 ft
10 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Ascent of the summit of the Aude starting from the Pyrénées-Orientales. The route follows sections of the GR®367A, the GR®36 and an unmarked section on the south-east ridge of the Pech de Bugarach.
⚠️ Please be aware of the difficulties encountered on the challenging route between (10) and (15).
The Château des Maures and Malabrac from Caudiès de Fenouillèdes
8.56 mi
+1,759 ft
-1,785 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
From the village of Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes through the forest, we will go to the spiral viaduct on the D9 and the ruins of the Château des Maures. We will pass the commemorative plaque marking the lunch stop of the Duke and Duchess of Orléans, sons of Louis-Philippe I, then head towards the abandoned hamlet of Malabrac.
The ruined sheepfolds of La Couillade and Campeaux
8.09 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,703 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
In this remote corner, two hours from the nearest village, families dedicated to farming lived just a few decades ago.
From Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes to Fenouillet
6.40 mi
+1,014 ft
-1,001 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
A peaceful, family-friendly itinerary featuring the Gorges de Saint-Jaume and the fortresses of Fenouillet on this heritage getaway.
Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes - Cubières-sur-Cinoble
15.07 mi
+3,287 ft
-3,009 ft
9h 45
Difficult
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First stage of a 2-day circular route starting from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes, taking you to Cubières-sur-Cinoble on thefirst day.
This is a fairly long stage with a significant elevation gain. It is possible to adapt the route as you wish, as there are numerousPR®,GR® 36, Cathar TrailGR®367- 367A andGRP® Tour des Fenouillèdes paths.
The Devil’s Chair in Rennes-les-Bains
6.89 mi
+1,257 ft
-1,273 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Rennes-les-Bains (Aude)
A hike partly through the woodland, to explore the Pierres Tremblantes and the Fauteuil du Diable sites.
Pech Cardou from Rennes-les-Bains
7.13 mi
+1,808 ft
-1,834 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Rennes-les-Bains (Aude)
Part of the route is through woodland. 360° view from the summit of Pech Cardou. At the end of the hike, you can take a dip in the natural hot springs.
The Crête de Bouichet circular from Fa
9.63 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,319 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fa (Aude)
A circular aerial loop offering superb views of the mountains surrounding Quillan and Nébias and two villages, Fa and Rouvenac, with very discreet charms that are worth discovering. A small plateau with aerial solitude: pure bliss.
The Pech Cardou circular tour from Rennes-les-Bains
7.39 mi
+2,178 ft
-2,182 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Rennes-les-Bains (Aude)
A circular route from Rennes-les-Bains up to Pech Cardou. Can be done in the suggested direction or the opposite, starting from Rennes-les-Bains or Serres.Please note: there is no IGN route map for the Pech Cardou area. Follow the OSM base map or, better still, the suggested GPX track, which is essential. Allow 5 hours for the walk. A concrete marker marks the route of the Méridienne Vert at the foot of the listed bridge at Serres sur Le Rialsesse.Yellow markings are fairly common. Various directional posts which do not necessarily relate to the proposed hike.
The drystone shelters trail in Couiza
5.72 mi
+774 ft
-755 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Couiza (Aude)
Departure from Couiza and its 16th-century Château des Ducs de Joyeuse. You will wind your way along paths lined with dry stone walls and several drystone shelters, passing through the villages of Cassaignes and Coustoussa with its ruined castle.
This trail takes you to the heights of Montaut and Les Planèses, where you can admire the peaks of Pic de Bugarach, Brau and the Pyrenees.
There are alternative routes and you can start from Cassaignes or Coustoussa.
The Barrenc de Picaussel chasm from Belvis
6.58 mi
+830 ft
-827 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Belvis (Aude)
This easy hike takes you through the woods above Belvis, alternating between footpaths and forest roads. There are some beautiful views of the region, as well as the Barrenc de Picaussel chasm. The chasm, located at the edge of the path, is very well secured (barriers and gates prevent accidents).
Grand tour of Montsec from Montazels
2.79 mi
+863 ft
-863 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Montazels (Aude)
Walk in the hills above Montazels facing Rennes-le-Château and Pic de Bugarach.
Route of drystone shelters in Montazels
1.74 mi
+486 ft
-486 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Montazels (Aude)
This hike will take you along a new route updated by a village association that is reviving forgotten paths that once allowed villagers to reach the vineyards and graze their flocks of sheep. You will discover drystone shelters that were used to shelter from the wind and bad weather and, in the case of the larger ones, to store equipment for working in the fields.
Saint-Jaume Gorges and Fenouillet Fortresses
5.51 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,056 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Caudiès-de-Fenouillèdes (Pyrénées-Orientales)
When the valley was unsafe, the men would retreat to the heights. The hills surrounding the Boulzane and Agly valleys are dotted with prestigious strongholds (Puylaurens, Fenouillet, Quéribus, etc.). And getting there was no easy task, as the Gorges de Saint-Jaume demonstrate.
Le Pech de Bugarach from the Col du Linas
7.42 mi
+3,061 ft
-3,061 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Bugarach (Aude)
Route providing access to Pech de Bugarach.Warning: the access path is extremely damaged and eroded. It is more like a mountain trail.Do not underestimate this short hike, where you will need to use your hands in places. I have classified it as difficult.Please stay on the marked path. Warning signs saying "Hors Sentier" (off trail) have been installed in many places. Thank you.
5 May 2025. Route updated following user comments. So please follow the advice above: stay on the marked paths.
The Pech de Bugarach via the shortest route
4.22 mi
+1,985 ft
-1,959 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bugarach (Aude)
It's not the most interesting route in the massif, but it's the shortest way to quickly reach the summit of the famous site that became legendary in 2012, the Pech de Bugarach, the mysterious highest point of the Corbières massif, a foothill of the Pyrenees and a landmark for griffon vultures, which you're sure to spot.
Summit of Pech de Bugarach from La Bastide
7.11 mi
+3,261 ft
-3,238 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Camps-sur-l'Agly (Aude)
Ascent of Pech Bugarach starting from La Bastide, a hamlet with a few inhabitants in the commune of Camps-sur-l'Agly. Climb to the summit of Pech de Bugarach and return via theCol de Péchine. A short hike but with a significant elevation gain.
⚠️ Please note the difficulty of reaching the summit from (2) and the tricky descent from (4). See the section: practical information.
Between salt and glass in Sougraigne, La Sals and its history.
3.07 mi
+656 ft
-656 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sougraigne (Aude)
In Sougraigne, in the heart of the Hautes Corbières, springs the Sals, a saltwater spring which has long attracted the attention of neighbouring communities.
Today, the Salicorne association brings together the surrounding villages around a shared project. It invites you to discover this unique site, once frequented by a variety of tradespeople: glassmakers, jet miners, charcoal burners, woodcutters, shepherds, pedlars and, of course, smugglers and customs officers from the Ferme Générale hot on their heels.
Callau refuge from the Col de Jau
5.31 mi
+564 ft
-561 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Mosset (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Enjoy the snow on an easy walk in Catalan country.
El Madrès and Pic del Bernat Salvatge from the Col de Jau
10.43 mi
+3,392 ft
-3,366 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Mosset (Pyrénées-Orientales)
This route, which passes through Madres and Bernard Sauvage, is absolutely stunning.The climb up to Madres follows a very well-marked path.==> From this point (El Madrès), turn back if you’re not comfortable walking off the marked trail.The climb up to Bernard Sauvage is straightforward and easy to follow.The rest of the return route follows a good ridge path to La Glèbe (14). *From there to (15), you’ll need the GPX track on the app. *
Callau Refuge Circular Walk
6.36 mi
+892 ft
-892 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Mosset (Pyrénées-Orientales)
This year, with its exceptional snowfall, it is possible to tackle routes that were difficult to complete in previous years. There seems to be nearly a metre of snow, which is impressive. To climb up to the pass, we took advantage of a very clear road, with no snow or ice. A very beautiful circular route, a little challenging as you sink in a lot, but very interesting. For the less adventurous, a round trip on the flattest part of the route makes for an easy discovery hike (between the Col de Jau at 1,506 metres and the point (2) at 1,529 metres).
Pic Dourmidou
4.77 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,316 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Mosset (Pyrénées-Orientales)
This year, with its exceptional snowfall, allows you to do this route on snowshoes in good conditions. To climb up to the pass, we took advantage of a very clear road, with no snow or ice. A beautiful hike that takes you to the summit of Pic Dourmidou with heavy snowfall, just after 5 to 10 centimetres of fresh snow fell during the night, adding to the thick layer that had fallen in previous days. Beautiful 360° view from the summit before the fog rolled in.
The 5 Senses Trail from the Col de Jau road
4.15 mi
+1,398 ft
-1,378 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Mosset (Pyrénées-Orientales)
A superb, very easy hike that is accessible to everyone and will allow you to appreciate the Mosset communal forest.
Below the Col de Jau, Sentier des 5 Sens
4.19 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,332 ft
4h 39
Moderate
Departure from Mosset (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Inspired by a Visorandonneur hike called "Le Sentier des 5 Sens depuis la route du Col de Jau" (The 5 Senses Trail from the Col de Jau road), the idea of doing it on snowshoes was made possible by the exceptional snowfall of the previous days. There was enough good snow to avoid having to climb up and start from the Col de Jau as we did in other winters. Apart from the track leading from the road to the car park, the entire hike took place in virgin snow, allowing us to see animal tracks in all directions. It was a real treat!
Tour of Donezan
10.74 mi
+1,726 ft
-1,703 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rouze (Ariège)
This hike is best done at the end of October. If the weather is favourable, the "French Quebec" will dazzle you with its autumn colours. But there's nothing to stop you coming back in spring or summer. There are some beautiful views of the plateau and its villages: Rouze, Mijanes, Artigues, Le Pla, Le Puch, Quérigut and the peaks overlooking Donezan. The first half of the route follows the Vauban trail.
Tour of the villages of Donezan
12.58 mi
+2,356 ft
-2,372 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Quérigut (Ariège)
A fantastic hike in the Donezan, allowing you to discover all of its villages and rich heritage.The main difficulty of this route is its length, covering nearly 20 km.Best enjoyed in autumn, when the flamboyant colours of Donezan offer landscapes of exceptional beauty.
