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Sémalens walks
The little Semalens circular
Visorando Member
3.94 mi
+315 ft
-315 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Sémalens (Tarn)
This is a pleasant walk in all seasons, with pretty panoramic views and fairly good signposting.
First follow the signs for "Petite boucle" (small circular) then "Plôts des Drulhes".
Some parts of the route cross private property, so please respect it.
Through various localities north of Puylaurens
9.67 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,040 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Puylaurens (Tarn)
This hike starting from Puylaurens is a combination of severalPR® trails. It is therefore marked, but you should refer to the map and not blindly follow the markings to avoid getting lost in the wrong direction.
Short circular loop from Labarthe, starting from Puylaurens
Association / Club / Walk leader
3.47 mi
+367 ft
-367 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Puylaurens (Tarn)
A short, easy walk south of Puylaurens, ideal for families. Beautiful views over the Revel plain and the Montagne Noire.
Yellow markings.
The Montaut Circular Route
5.81 mi
+758 ft
-764 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Puylaurens (Tarn)
An easy hike east of Puylaurens. Beautiful landscapes over the Revel plain and the Montagne Noire.
Yellow markings.
The Saint-Étienne de Florac circular route
4.36 mi
+568 ft
-564 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Puylaurens (Tarn)
A short, easy walk through the hills of the Pays de Cocagne, north of Puylaurens, suitable for families on foot or by mountain bike.
Yellow markings.
The Ardiale loop
8.15 mi
+912 ft
-912 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Puylaurens (Tarn)
Starting from the village centre, this beautiful loop takes you north of the village through a varied landscape of hills to the hamlet of Ardialle and through Saint-Jean before climbing back up to Puylaurens. Can be done on foot or by mountain bike. Yellow markings.
Circular d'Appelle revisited
8.04 mi
+853 ft
-837 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Puylaurens (Tarn)
This hike has a few hills and is pleasant in all seasons, but should be avoided after heavy rain as the paths may be muddy. You will discover the charming hills surrounding the hamlet of Appelle, overlooked by Puylaurens. Several sections are on roads, but these are very small roads with very little traffic and beautiful views.
In the Agout region, starting from Guitalens-L’Albarède
9.76 mi
+883 ft
-876 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Guitalens-L'Albarède (Tarn)
A pleasant countryside walk along narrow paths and quiet tarmac roads (50/50%)
From Sainte-Scholastique to the Quatre Saints
9.88 mi
+1,755 ft
-1,732 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Dourgne (Tarn)
A beautiful, undulating route that passes through four places dedicated to the four saints of Dourgne:
Saint-Macaire and his healing spring, Saint-Stapin the giant, Saint-Chipoli or Saint-Hippolyte, Saint-Ferréol and his Capelette.
La Capelette via the Taurou Gorges
5.84 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,145 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Dourgne (Tarn)
A lovely climb up a steep gorge leads to the dry grasslands of the Désert de Saint-Ferréol, where La Capelette stands proudly overlooking a vast landscape.
La Capelette from Dourgne
7.33 mi
+1,594 ft
-1,591 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Dourgne (Tarn)
Route through the Montagne Noire, with superb panoramic views of the Lauragais, the village of Dourgne and Sainte-Scholastique, places of worship (Quatre Saints) and magnificent pine forests.
La Chapelle la Capelette in Dourgne
8.47 mi
+1,539 ft
-1,558 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Dourgne (Tarn)
Breathtaking panoramic views steeped in history and legend.
02/08/2023 Message from the moderator: Change to the route at point 11 to continue on thePR® and avoid En Crouzilles, which is private property.
The ridges and burial mounds around Lautrec
10.56 mi
+912 ft
-892 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lautrec (Tarn)
This beautiful hike around Lautrec follows two yellow-marked routes: first the Route des Crêtes, then the Route des Tumulus a little further on. It offers beautiful views of the medieval village, the garlic fields, the Montagne Noire further south and the Pyrenees in the background when the weather is clear.
From Escoussens to the Mouscaillou Waterfall
9.13 mi
+1,965 ft
-1,965 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Escoussens (Tarn)
There is a pretty waterfall to see, unless there is a drought like the one in 2022.
Garlic trail east of Lautrec
4.65 mi
+643 ft
-646 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Lautrec (Tarn)
This is a modest route to whet your appetite. Do it one morning for a breath of fresh air in the Lautrec countryside. Lautrec is the capital of pink garlic, which is mainly found in the south-west.You can plan this walk for a Friday morning before heading to the "canteen" at the Café Plum.
Circular Two Valleys Route starting from Lautrec
5.06 mi
+709 ft
-709 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lautrec (Tarn)
It’s a short walk to whet your appetite. Best done one morning for a breath of fresh air in the Lautrec countryside. Lautrec is the capital of pink garlic, which is mainly found in the South-West.
The Chemin des Crêtes in Lautrec
3.49 mi
+495 ft
-512 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Lautrec (Tarn)
This circular loop will take you through the hills surrounding the village of Lautrec. Along the way, you will enjoy magnificent views of the medieval town and its surroundings or the Montagne Noire.
From Labruguière to the Montagne Noire via the Carbonéral
11.34 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,686 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Labruguière (Tarn)
This walk allows you to explore the hills of Labruguière, comprising small limestone plateaus to the north and wooded countryside to the south. You climb towards the Montagne Noire, which often dominates the southern backdrop of the landscapes in this department. This is the realm of the forest, composed of both deciduous and coniferous trees. Its peaks are gentle and varied: moors, forests and meadows share the view of the sky.
Pastel Trail
4.67 mi
+226 ft
-203 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Magrin (Tarn)
Between Lavaur and Puylaurens, this circular route allows you to discover part of the Roman road, the hills of the "Pays de Cocagne" (Land of Plenty), the land of pastel, and the Château de Magrin.
The edge of the Causse de Labruguière
3.97 mi
+522 ft
-502 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Labruguière (Tarn)
A short, unpretentious walk, accessible to all but with some interesting views.
Around the village of Brousse
4.59 mi
+361 ft
-381 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Brousse (Tarn) (Tarn)
Explore the countryside around Brousse with beautiful views as you arrive in the village.
The karst trail of the Causse de Sorèze
4.88 mi
+988 ft
-1,010 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Sorèze (Tarn)
This trail, thanks to its natural and historical richness, is listed as a Historic Monument and is classified as a landscape site. Through its many information panels, you can gain an understanding of the karst landscape in all its aspects. In particular, it highlights the archaeology and the exploitation of the caves as mines and quarries by humans since the Middle Ages.
The Sentier des Puechs, short version
7.80 mi
+705 ft
-715 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Montfa (Tarn) (Tarn)
This hike crosses agricultural plateaus offering beautiful views of the Castraises plains to the south and the Lautrecaises plains to the west. You will cross meadows, undergrowth and small hamlets via communal paths or small local roads.
At the end of the hike, the trail passes by the Château de Montfa, which was the home of the ancestors of the painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. His father lived there until the early 20th century. Today, an association is working to rebuild this remarkable place steeped in history. The trail is markedPR® Yellow throughout.
Oppidum of Berniquaut and Saint-Jammes Chapel
9.57 mi
+1,621 ft
-1,608 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sorèze (Tarn)
On the western edge of the Montagne Noire, this hike harmoniously combines historical remains and beautiful views. The Oppidum de Berniquaut, the excavations of medieval dwellings on the same site, a large standing stone with cup marks and the ruins of the Chapelle Saint-Jammes de Besauceles will delight history enthusiasts. Lovers of beautiful landscapes will also find something to satisfy them on this route, which overlooks the Sorèze plain from a height of over 300 metres.
Oppidum of Berniquaut
4.86 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,037 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sorèze (Tarn)
Circuit to Gallic ruins offering a 360° view of the Sorèze plain.
Old barns - Croix de Montalric
5.35 mi
+535 ft
-515 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Arfons (Tarn)
Semi-shaded route in the Montagne Noire, with beautiful views of the Revel and Puylaurens valley and the Pyrenees. Forest of fir, pine and beech trees, moors of ferns and ash trees. Little elevation gain.
Most of this hike follows unmarked paths, even if you come across some markings. Only take these into account when they are mentioned in the description.
The Revéloise roundabout
3.80 mi
+56 ft
-59 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Revel (Haute-Garonne)
This walk, which is flat and easy, takes you around the bastide town of Revéloise and allows you to discover some historical sites. The starting point is right next to the municipal swimming pool.
Circular of the Saint-Ferréol Basin from Revel
6.19 mi
+581 ft
-597 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Revel (Haute-Garonne)
A route off the beaten track to discover the Saint-Ferréol Basin, its winding paths, its famous waterfall, its cascades and, above all, its park with magnificent trees (pines, spruces, cedars, oaks, plane trees, maples, etc.). What's more, you'll discover Revel from above!