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The Aubrac in the heart of Saint-Urcize
Visorando Member
16.63 mi
+1,804 ft
-1,834 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Urcize (Cantal)
Hike across the vast plateaus of Aubrac, from Saint-Urcize to Dômerie d'Aubrac. Allow a good six hours to complete the circular hike, but it is best to set off early if you want to fully enjoy the magnificent, unspoilt landscapes that await you.
La Chastelle loop in Saint-Urcize
8.33 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Urcize (Cantal)
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!
Roc de Carbonade and Croix des Goutals
6.52 mi
+748 ft
-735 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Urcize (Cantal)
A hike mainly through forest, offering access to two superb viewpoints over the vast Aubrac plateau.
From Nasbinals to Quatre Chemins
11.34 mi
+758 ft
-771 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Nasbinals (Lozère)
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
16.02 mi
+873 ft
-1,296 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Nasbinals (Lozère)
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 - Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac
10.47 mi
+804 ft
-1,969 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Nasbinals (Lozère)
Twenty-first stage of the Way of St James. For this short, downhill stage, you leave the Aubrac plateau to reach Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac, nestled in the heart of the valley carved out by the Boralde, halfway between the Aubrac plateau and the Lot valley.
Nasbinals loop offering different landscapes of the Aubrac region
16.31 mi
+1,234 ft
-1,237 ft
8h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Nasbinals (Lozère)
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.
Strolling around Nasbinals
0.87 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Nasbinals (Lozère)
A walk, just for a break, in this village frequented by pilgrims on their way to Compostela.
From Baboyères to Montgros
4.50 mi
+381 ft
-354 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Nasbinals (Lozère)
An easy hike offering beautiful views of Nasbinals and the surrounding pastures.
Cascade du Devèz
6.01 mi
+889 ft
-873 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Curières (Aveyron)
Through the forest, discover an ancient wolf pit and the Devèz waterfall. You'll then pass through a mountain pasture with a view towards Rodez.
Devèz waterfall and Puech du Roussillon
6.43 mi
+984 ft
-971 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Curières (Aveyron)
Circular to discover the beautiful Devèz Waterfall, with a first part through the forest and a second part on the beautiful summer pastures of Puech du Roussillon. Lots of streams in the forest and beautiful views from the summer pastures.GPS or Visorando app recommended.
Aubrac - Nasbinals
10.99 mi
+1,043 ft
-1,053 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac (Aveyron)
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.
Panoramic views of the Aubrac from Marchastel
4.02 mi
+518 ft
-518 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Marchastel (Lozère) (Lozère)
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.
Stroll through Aubrac
1.71 mi
+79 ft
-75 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac (Aveyron)
Short discovery walk among the pilgrims of Compostela, during a break in Aubrac.
Circular through six Aubrac burons (stone huts) from Lac des Moines
9.08 mi
+531 ft
-531 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac (Aveyron)
Burons are an integral part of the architectural heritage of the Aubrac. These small stone houses were once used by farmers to watch over their cows and produce cheese during the summer. Although they are part of the landscape and soul of the Aubrac, today nearlytwo-thirds of them are disappearing due to lack of use. Let's give them back the interest they deserve by walking alongside them! This hike will take you from buron to buron, through magnificent landscapes and unusual discoveries. Come and walk, observe, picnic and maybe soon sleep in these refuges that are just waiting for you!
The Puech del Pont and Cascade du Déroc
7.25 mi
+627 ft
-653 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Marchastel (Lozère) (Lozère)
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.
Circular route around Le Déroc and the lakes south of Nasbinals
17.17 mi
+1,211 ft
-1,230 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Marchastel (Lozère) (Lozère)
A mountain bike ride through the Lozère Aubrac, with its wide open spaces dominated by pastures, dotted with numerous small lakes and including a stop at the Déroc waterfall.
Cave and Montagne des Enguilhens from Viala Haut
8.51 mi
+1,007 ft
-988 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Condom-d'Aubrac (Aveyron)
A beautiful circular route on the heights of Condom-d'Aubrac, in the summer pastures of the Montagne des Enguilhens and through some beautiful sections of beech forest. Discover a memorial site of the Maquis Roland de l'Aubrac, the Grotte des Enguilhens.
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