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                 The Porte des Fées at the start of the Malzieu
                The Porte des Fées at the start of the Malzieu            
            
         
        
        
                A short walk leads to a majestic natural site and a perfect view of the Truyère Gorges. Be careful in rainy weather, however, as the area around the Porte des Fées can be slippery.            
            
            
    
                 The Bès Gorges
                The Bès Gorges            
            
         
        
        
                This somewhat rugged circuit follows a narrow path along the Gorges du Bès and offers wonderful landscapes with the ruins of Arzenc d'Apcher Castle on the opposite bank (Lozère). The path then climbs slightly onto the plateau and the view widens beyond the gorges. Throughout the valley, a climbing site offers numerous equipped routes. Passing through the villages of Morsanges and Chazals, you can admire old bread ovens.            
            
            
    
                 The Alleuze site
                The Alleuze site            
            
         
        
        
                Between gorges and plateaus, this circuit offers varied landscapes and paths with superb views of the Alleuze site.            
            
            
    
                 Abbeys of Pébrac and Chanteuges
                Abbeys of Pébrac and Chanteuges            
            
        
                A beautiful long loop, rich in scenery and built heritage, on the heights of the Allier.            
            
            
    
                 Short tour of the Planèze de Saint-Flour in three days
                Short tour of the Planèze de Saint-Flour in three days            
            
        
                Starting from Saint-Flour, this tour of the northern part of the Planèze de Saint-Flour allows you to appreciate the diversity of the landscapes of this high basalt plateau in just three days of walking.
The stages in Paulhac and Valuéjols offer accommodation in stopover lodges.
The route follows part of a variant of the GR® de Pays de Saint-Flour and part of the GR®4.            
            
            
    
                 Saint-Flour - Paulhac
                Saint-Flour - Paulhac            
            
        
                This is the first of three stages of the Saint-Flour Planèze tour. It is the longest stage, passing through several small villages typical of the Planèze with their bread ovens, which provide welcome shelter for a short break in rainy weather. The very quiet paths and small roads run alongside meadows grazed by numerous herds of cattle in season.            
            
            
    
                 From Quatre Chemins to Buisson
                From Quatre Chemins to Buisson            
            
        
                This is the fourth and final stage of a four-day tour of the Aubrac region. You will follow part of the Compostela Way (GR®65) in the opposite direction and part of the GRP® Tour des Monts d'Aubrac. This stage has the most sections along roads (with little traffic).            
            
            
    
                 The four roads near Aumont-Aubrac
                The four roads near Aumont-Aubrac            
            
         
        
        
                A lovely walk with very little elevation gain, mainly on good paths, alternating views of the Aubrac plateau, pine-covered meadows and light woods.            
            
            
    
                 Margeride and its hamlets
                Margeride and its hamlets            
            
         
        
        
                Starting from the village of Grandrieu, this hike allows you to discover the small Margeride massif (formerly Gévaudan) and its typical granite villages. The route described was completed in half a day by young people (aged 7 to 11) from the Sentiers en Margeride hiking club. Difficulty: E2/T2/R1 (according to FFrandonnée classification).            
            
            
    
                 Les Bécasses
                Les Bécasses            
            
        
                This hike will allow you to discover the surroundings of Chaudes-Aigues and the local agriculture based on livestock farming (beautiful Aubrac cows). Throughout the route, the flora is rich and varied.            
            
            
    
                 The chapel and tower of Rochegude
                The chapel and tower of Rochegude            
            
         
        
        
                This easy hike takes you along theGR® 65 (the famous Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle trail) to discover the chapel and keep of Rochegude, which dominate the Allier valley. Then a beautiful descent through a forest will take you to Pratclaux for a return to the village of Saint-Privat.            
            
            
    
                 The Treuil cave
                The Treuil cave            
            
         
        
        
                Starting from Saint-Privat-d'Allier, a large mountain village at an altitude of 870 metres, follow this route to discover the imposing Treuil cave, with the added bonus of beautiful views of the Allier Gorges.            
            
            
    
                 Saint-Didier
                Saint-Didier            
            
         
        
        
                A walk to discover the village of Saint-Didier-d'Allier from above. A beautiful descent from Chier to Saint-Didier overlooking the Allier valley, the Rouchoux Gorges and the castle of Saint-Didier.The return to Saint-Privat d'Allier is partly along the road, but it is narrow and very beautiful.            
            
            
    
                 The Puy de la Tuile
                The Puy de la Tuile            
            
        
                The summit of Puy de la Tuile offers panoramic views of two regions (Occitanie and Auvergne) and five departments (Cantal, Puy-de-Dôme, Haute-Loire, Lozère and Aveyron). The beauty of this landscape, the moors, the peat bogs and their array of protected species fully justify the site's classification as a Sensitive Natural Area and its inclusion in the European Natura 2000 network.            
            
            
    
                 La Durande
                La Durande            
            
         
        
        
                Starting from Le Vernet, this walk offers beautiful panoramic views of the Devès at the summit of La Durande.            
            
            
    
                 Prinsuéjols - Buron des Rajas
                Prinsuéjols - Buron des Rajas            
            
         
        
        
                This second, long stage, which is partly shaded, ends at Buron des Rajas, at the foot of Signal de Mailhebiau, the highest point in Aveyron, in a vast, wild desert landscape.            
            
            
    
                 From Col des Issartets to Lac du Moulinet via Le Batifolier
                From Col des Issartets to Lac du Moulinet via Le Batifolier            
            
         
        
        
                Beautiful route between Aubrac and Margeride on the Terre de Peyre trails amid Scots pines, via Moulinet Lake.            
            
            
    
                 Tour of Lac du Moulinet
                Tour of Lac du Moulinet            
            
         
        
        
                A short, easy walk around Lac du Moulinet on an easy path with pontoon bridges over marshy areas. The beach is popular in summer with swimming and water sports available. Bar on site. Magnificent in autumn and winter.            
            
            
    
                 Panoramic views of the Aubrac from Marchastel
                Panoramic views of the Aubrac from Marchastel            
            
         
        
        
                As its name suggests, this hike offers sweeping views of the Aubrac plateau, creating a kind of horizontal vertigo. To enjoy these views, you will need to climb two volcanic hills, which are not difficult. The villages of Rieutort and Marchastel boast beautiful heritage sites.            
            
            
    
                 Four days in Aubrac on a loop starting from Le Buisson
                Four days in Aubrac on a loop starting from Le Buisson            
            
        
                Four-day loop in Aubrac to discover the landscapes of Lozère, with stages of around 20 km. This route mainly follows the GRP® Tour des Monts d'Aubrac (yellow and red markings) and the GR® 65 (Way of St James) in the opposite direction.            
            
            
    
                 From Le Buisson to the Refuge des Rajas
                From Le Buisson to the Refuge des Rajas            
            
        
                First stage of a four-day circuit. Magnificent landscapes of the Aubrac and a route with many shaded sections. Option to climb up to Signal de Mailhebiau once you arrive at the refuge (don't hesitate to ask the owners). This hike mainly follows the GRP® Tour des Monts d'Aubrac (yellow and red markings).            
            
            
    
                 The Puech del Pont and Cascade du Déroc
                The Puech del Pont and Cascade du Déroc            
            
         
        
        
                A very accessible hike, with superb views over the Aubrac Plateau. You'll pass the Cascade du Déroc waterfall, one of the region's most remarkable sites.            
            
            
    
                 La Chastelle loop in Saint-Urcize
                La Chastelle loop in Saint-Urcize            
            
         
        
        
                Come and discover the magnificent Aubrac plateau from Saint-Urcize, classified as a "petite cité de caractère" (small town of character), with its granite houses and beautiful Romanesque church. You're sure to enjoy this varied hike: you'll walk high up in the summer pastures, then descend to the paths of the Saint-Urcize forest and finish by following the Hère river, which will reveal its waterfalls.Avoid this hike in very hot weather!            
            
            
    
                 From Nasbinals to Quatre Chemins
                From Nasbinals to Quatre Chemins            
            
        
                This is the third stage of a four-stage circuit in Aubrac. You will follow most of the GR®65 (Chemin de Compostelle) in the opposite direction. A slight detour from the GR®65 is recommended so that you can admire the Cascade du Déroc waterfall.            
            
            
    
                 Nasbinals - Aumont-Aubrac
                Nasbinals - Aumont-Aubrac            
            
         
        
        
                This last stage of the Tour de l'Aubrac, shared with theGR®®65Chemin de Saint-Jacques de Compostelle à l'envers, once again showcases the vast wilderness of the Aubrac plateau. In the last third of the stage, which is a little more shaded, you can admire the imposing granite bell tower of the Church of La Chaze-de-Peyre and the Chapel of La Bastide.            
            
            
    
                 Nasbinals loop offering different landscapes of the Aubrac region
                Nasbinals loop offering different landscapes of the Aubrac region            
            
        
                This hike follows the Way of St James to the village of Aubrac, crossing fields and offering superb views of the surrounding area. Depending on the season, you may encounter numerous cows, flowers everywhere, or even snow and fog. In any case, this trail has something magical about it.After Aubrac, the route leaves the GR®65 to join the GR®6 and then the GR®670, passing through woodland, meadows with or without cows, and an old Roman road.            
            
            
    
                 Tour of Lake Charpal
                Tour of Lake Charpal            
            
         
        
        
                Hike around Lake Charpal in a completely unspoilt protected natural site. The path does not stray far from the lake, so the elevation gain is very low and the route is easy. Much of the route is through woodland, ideal in summer when it is hot.            
            
            
    
                 Aubrac - Nasbinals
                Aubrac - Nasbinals            
            
         
        
        
                If you want to get a taste of the pilgrim's life, this circuit is for you. It is a short round trip that can be done on its own.
Combined with the One-Day Pilgrim's Tour of Aubrac (published on Visorando), it can be turned into a two-day hike with an overnight stay in Nasbinals.            
            
            
     
                 
         
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