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Sérénac walks
The long version of the Méridienne trail
Visorando Member
9.95 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,594 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sérénac (Tarn)
A walk through the Ségala Tarnais, offering a variety of agricultural and woodland landscapes on schist bedrock deeply carved by numerous streams and tributaries of the Tarn.
This route descends towards the Tarn valley, which you follow for a while before returning to the plateau via the left bank of the Aygou.
See practical information regarding the shorter version of this walk.
From (10 to 11) there are no signposts. After that,PR® signposts lead you back to the starting point.
The short version of the Méridienne trail
7.94 mi
+1,109 ft
-1,109 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Sérénac (Tarn)
Hike in the Ségala Tarnais, which offers a variety of agricultural and forest landscapes on a schistose subsoil deeply carved by numerous streams and rivers that flow into the Tarn.
This route descends towards the Tarn valley, which you follow for a while before returning to the plateau via the right bank of the Aygou.
This is a yellow-markedPR® trail with signposts at major crossroads.
The peaceful Tarn from Longouyrou to Pécotte
9.98 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,319 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Crespinet (Tarn)
A hike along a bend in the Tarn, taking the tourist route which is very quiet but not suitable for hikers who dislike tarmac. Passes by a viewpoint, the hamlet of Pécotte where an old ferry is on display, a chapel and an old fortified house.
Route of Deux Puechs and Cabannes above Ambialet
9.28 mi
+1,847 ft
-1,844 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ambialet (Tarn)
A beautiful hike in the Ambialet Piedmont. Ascents towards Les Puechs and descents through the undergrowth follow one another in a series of gentle undulations. As you descend towards La Condomine and Ambialet, two pretty little villages, you will appreciate the charms and tranquillity of the banks of the Tarn.
Circuit des Deux Puechs
5.83 mi
+1,506 ft
-1,493 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ambialet (Tarn)
A lovely loop that will take you through unspoilt nature, between valleys and hills.
Woods and open landscapes punctuate the route until you return to a superb viewpoint over the remarkable isthmus of Ambialet, a splendid peninsula classified as a protected site since 1948.
The priory dominates the bend in the Tarn and is the end point of the beautiful Way of the Cross that begins around the Saint-Gilles Chapel, nestled in the rock.
Route des Cabannes in Ambialet
4.54 mi
+928 ft
-951 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Ambialet (Tarn)
This circular offers a view of the remarkable isthmus of Ambialet, a peninsula that has been classified as a protected site since 1948.
The priory overlooks the circular Tarn and is the end point of the beautiful Way of the Cross, which begins around the Saint-Gilles Chapel, set into the rock.
Some fairly sustained effort will be required at the start, but then the route becomes varied, alternating between bucolic landscapes and woodland paths. Finally, a long stretch along the banks of the Tarn itself will provide a welcome opportunity to cool off.
The panoramic Tarn at Ambialet
9.98 mi
+1,640 ft
-1,634 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ambialet (Tarn)
A route that runs along the heights of one of the most beautiful meanders of the Tarn, passing by the Puech du Point de Vue, before descending for a visit to the site of Ambialet.
Marsal Grand Circular
7.20 mi
+1,161 ft
-1,145 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Villefranche-d'Albigeois (Tarn)
This hike allows you to discover the Tarn valley between Albi and Ambialet. You will walk from the plateaus to the banks of the Tarn, discovering pretty villages and the hamlet of Nicolaï Greschny.
Along the Tarn in Marsal
4.49 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Marsal (Tarn) (Tarn)
A lovely family walk, there and back, strolling along the Tarn.
Short circular around Marsal
4.77 mi
+689 ft
-666 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Marsal (Tarn) (Tarn)
This short route is ideal for getting back into shape. It is easy and runs alongside the Tarn for long enough to allow for a bit of effort at the end of the route, in the middle of the woods.
Path to the Château de Labastide-Vassals
6.56 mi
+853 ft
-853 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Grégoire (Tarn) (Tarn)
This magnificent and surprisingly unexpected circuit takes place on the outskirts of Albi. Its undergrowth, meadows and small rollercoaster-like hills will quickly make you forget the 900 m of road at the start. The trail takes you down to the Lézert, passing through Puech Miral and Puech Mège, where you can discover the ruins of the Château de Labastide-Vassals and its mill. You will walk through a wild and invigorating landscape.
Le Puy Saint-Georges
1.62 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Andouque (Tarn)
On the Ségala plateau, in the Tarn, rises Mont du Puy Saint-Georges, dominated by the ruins of the 13th-century Saint-Barthélémy Church. From the summit, a splendid view unfolds before us and, in fine weather, one can see the Pyrenees and admire the sunsets.This short route is a return walk, with no signposting.
From Bonneval to the banks of the Tarn via Saint-André
10.01 mi
+1,864 ft
-1,857 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ambialet (Tarn)
This is a trail with varied landscapes that takes walkers from the heights of Saint-André to the banks of the Tarn. You will follow theGR®36for half of the route.
From Bellegarde to Les Avalats
7.31 mi
+899 ft
-906 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Juéry (Tarn) (Tarn)
A lovely circular route close to Albi, which takes you to Les Avalats with beautiful views of the Tarn valley. Wild paths through the woods alternate with meadows and vineyards.
From the Tarn to Puech Mergou
10.50 mi
+1,345 ft
-1,319 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Juéry (Tarn) (Tarn)
Starting from Les Avalats on the banks of the Tarn, climb up to the agricultural plateau towards Cunac and then head back east towards Marsal through the woods on the left bank of the Tarn.
After the Puech Mergou farm, the return journey is downhill through the woods towards the river and then along the riverbank on a path isolated from the D172.
The route is poorly signposted. The use of GPS is recommended.
The three streams around Bellegarde
5.59 mi
+722 ft
-735 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Bellegarde (Tarn) (Tarn)
A short, unpretentious route in the Albi countryside. Avoid in hot weather as there is little shade and some road.
Wind turbines at the mill in Assac
3.29 mi
+663 ft
-663 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Assac (Tarn)
A shaded descent takes you to the Gaycre stream, which you follow for a while to the murmur of the water and the song of the birds, then wide paths lead back up to the Assac plateau.
Yellow markings
The two valleys of Cunac
6.64 mi
+679 ft
-689 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Cunac (Tarn)
This is a circular trail that winds east and west of Cunac, jumping from one stream to another.
Along the way, walkers will discover the meadows and valleys of the Albi plateaus.
Circular route from Cunac to Saint-Juéry via Les Avalats
5.69 mi
+469 ft
-492 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Cunac (Tarn)
An ideal route for a breath of fresh air in winter, right on the outskirts of Albi.
It takes you from valleys to plateaus across the Albi hillsides, overlooking the River Tarn.
The Théoulet path
4.65 mi
+466 ft
-489 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Mouzieys-Teulet (Tarn)
The path starts at the chapel of Taillefer, winding its way through plains, hills and valleys, through woods, fields and pastures. It runs alongside part of the Lézert, which is very pleasant in spring, where the paths are truly beautiful.
Pride de Crespin fords
4.86 mi
+751 ft
-758 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Crespin (Tarn) (Tarn)
An excursion in the coolness of the Andouquette. You will be charmed by this stream that will accompany you all along its gorge. You will be surrounded by unspoilt nature.
Chemin de la Gaugne
5.67 mi
+299 ft
-276 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Fréjairolles (Tarn)
A walk through the Albi countryside, where groves and meadows alternate, bordered by hedges of various trees and shrubs.
La Gaugne comes from the Occitan word Gaulha, which means marshland bordering a stream.
Indeed, numerous wells and small ponds dot the route and the meadows are often waterlogged after heavy or prolonged periods of rain.
Via the Maux bridge in Saint-Jean-de-Marcel
5.50 mi
+541 ft
-554 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-de-Marcel (Tarn)
After descending the rocky path that leads to the banks of the Cérou, follow the river to Pont de Maux. Climb back up to Bellerive, then take the road back to Saint-Jean-de-Marcel.