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Souel walks
On the limestone plateau between Souel and Cordes-sur-Ciel
Visorando Member
6.26 mi
+1,017 ft
-1,017 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Souel (Tarn)
A circular route on the Causse plateau leading from the small village of Souel to Cordes-sur-Ciel, through a hilly landscape alternating between vineyards, cultivated fields, meadows and small woods. A pretty lake, a few beautifully restored houses and a small chapel nestled in a valley dot this rural route, not to mention the numerous viewpoints over the town of Cordes, classified as a Grand Site de Midi-Pyrénées.
Circular from Souel to Saint-Jean via Croix des Fargues
7.91 mi
+974 ft
-971 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Souel (Tarn)
Beautiful trails leading to the highlights and symbolic sites of Cordes, such as the former leprosarium, the Chapelle Saint-Jean and the Croix des Fargues. Panoramic views and numerous vantage points over Cordes punctuate the route halfway through.
Loop to the south of Cordes-sur-Ciel
3.52 mi
+692 ft
-686 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Cordes-sur-Ciel (Tarn)
This loop allows you to visit the Chapelle Saint-Jean, an endearing place with a strong link to the history of Cordes-sur-Ciel.
The tour ends in the tourist centre of the bastide town of Cordes for a well-deserved visit and break.
Around Cordes-sur-Ciel
6.58 mi
+1,289 ft
-1,289 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cordes-sur-Ciel (Tarn)
Cordes... a magnificent Albigensian fortified town, to be discovered from the rolling trails of the Causse.
PLEASE NOTE: The millstone caves are on private property and access is now prohibited.
The contrasting landscapes of the Pays Cordais
9.54 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,453 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Cordes-sur-Ciel (Tarn)
The route skirts Cordes-sur-Ciel from south to north, offering a variety of views of the city of a hundred spires. The route is rich in contrasting natural environments: the Chapelle Saint-Jean and its wild green setting, the Clayrac millstone cave, the old-fashioned charm of the village of Vindrac, the landscapes of the Causse, and the tranquil banks of the Cérou.
Around Livers-Cazelles
6.61 mi
+883 ft
-889 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Livers-Cazelles (Tarn)
A walk to discover the castles near Cordes. The Château de Cazelles was an advanced defence for Cordes. The Château de Livers dates from the 15th century and owes its charm to the Renaissance. The route only follows wide paths and trails.
Roumanou trail
5.24 mi
+246 ft
-236 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Cestayrols (Tarn)
A short walk through rolling countryside covered with vineyards and meadows. Rural heritage, crosses and dovecotes throughout this route. A short stretch of very shady and quiet road.
Yellow markings, not very visible in places.
Treasure hunt in Vindrac-Alayrac
Tourism professional
2.44 mi
+36 ft
-39 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Vindrac-Alayrac (Tarn)
Near Cordes-sur-Ciel, a small village awaits you to discover its history and its Merovingian necropolis. Along the paths and small roads, you can take part in an interactive treasure hunt. The safe and its secret await you.
Around Loubers, in the Cordais region
13.62 mi
+892 ft
-889 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Loubers (Tarn)
A hike that alternates between small villages, castles and churches, with the added bonus of a breathtaking view of Cordes-sur-Ciel.
Best done in spring or, even better, in October, when the vines change colour.
In summer, the shaded areas in the undergrowth are very welcome.
The Albi hillsides from Cestayrols to Lincarque
6.27 mi
+538 ft
-541 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cestayrols (Tarn)
A short, unpretentious walk, just to get some fresh air.This trail will take you through a landscape of valleys and small hills planted with vines.Along the way, you'll also find some lovely surprises in the form of small rural heritage sites dotted around the landscape, such as dovecotes and wash houses.
Cestayrols hills circuit
4.12 mi
+246 ft
-262 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Cestayrols (Tarn)
Circuit around Cestayrols, a 12th-century fortified village, through the undergrowth and vine-covered hillsides.
Through vineyards and hillsides around Cestayrols
14.13 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,276 ft
7h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cestayrols (Tarn)
A beautiful hike through vineyards, valleys and hillsides around Cestayrols. A few beautiful residences dot the route and add to its charm. Best done on a beautiful autumn day when the vineyards change colour.
There is a little bit of tarmac on this hike, but it is on quiet, bucolic country roads.
From La Vère to Saint-Hussou
8.29 mi
+719 ft
-745 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cahuzac-sur-Vère (Tarn)
Vineyards and fields stretch from one stream to the next, dotted with beautiful residences such as the Château-Musée du Cayla, dovecotes and pretty villages. This route guarantees a pleasant half-day out in the countryside.
Small churches, vineyards and châteaux around Cahuzac-sur-Vère
9.05 mi
+509 ft
-525 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cahuzac-sur-Vère (Tarn)
A walk in the gently rolling countryside of Cahuzac-sur-Vère to discover two charming little churches and two castles, one of which houses a renowned gourmet restaurant. We are in the Gaillac region, and most of the route takes place among vineyards, small woods and cultivated fields.
Alos circular loop
7.25 mi
+823 ft
-840 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Alos (Tarn) (Tarn)
About fifteen kilometres from Gaillac, this is an easy hike in a peaceful setting of rolling hills, woods and vineyards. A few beautiful residences and several dovecotes dot the route, adding to its charm.
The postman's round (short version)
6.24 mi
+666 ft
-686 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve-sur-Vère (Tarn)
This hike around Villeneuve-sur-Vère allows you to discover the beauty of the Causse Cordais landscapes. You will walk among white stones, cereal fields and vineyards near local producers: lentils, oil, brandies and Gaillac wines.
The Postman's Round east of Villeneuve-sur-Vère
6.61 mi
+594 ft
-594 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve-sur-Vère (Tarn)
A pleasant ride through the countryside north of Albi. Meadows alternate with vineyards under the wheels of the postman's old bicycle.
From Bournazel to Mouzieys-Panens
7.78 mi
+531 ft
-545 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bournazel (Tarn) (Tarn)
This route takes you off the beaten track and marked trails, offering numerous viewpoints over the north side of Cordes-sur-Ciel. The path alternates between small hills and valleys. Quiet footpaths make you forget the sections of road you encounter.
A GPS is recommended as the route is largely unmarked. The markings you may see are from otherPR® orGR®36trails.
Valleys, hills and groves of Mouzieys-Panens
7.03 mi
+745 ft
-761 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mouzieys-Panens (Tarn)
Variation on the "From Bournazel to Mouzieys-Panens" route
This circular route goes from roads to trails, with ups and downs, through the Cordes countryside with numerous viewpoints on the north side of Cordes-sur-Ciel. It includes different sections of trails and, although the route follows parts of otherPR® orGR®36trails, a GPS is recommended as the route includes unmarked sections.
Trails and woods north-west of Itzac
6.46 mi
+755 ft
-778 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Itzac (Tarn)
A pleasant circular route for exploring the Gaillac vineyards, crossing the valleys and hillsides of the Tarn with ease. This hike is not recommended in hot weather as there is little shade.
Vineyards, small villages and dovecotes around Château du Cayla
9.22 mi
+738 ft
-741 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Vieux (Tarn) (Tarn)
A hike between vineyards and hills which enables you to discover a gently undulating landscape where pretty small villages and lovely dovecotes, enhanced by their careful restoration, nestle. The Château-Musée du Cayla which is located on the walk could also provide amateur historians and literature buffs with a splendid cultural stopover, following in the footsteps of Maurice and Eugénie de Guérin, whose correspondence is still famous.
Maraval Trail
5.17 mi
+709 ft
-692 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Labarthe-Bleys (Tarn)
This pleasant loop in the Cordais hills, between vineyards and woods, allows you to discover a unique geological feature (the rougiers) and beautiful views of the villages of Cordes and Tonnac. The hike was created by the Tarn department and marked by volunteers from the FFRandonnée.
Walk around Mauriac
4.58 mi
+630 ft
-627 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Senouillac (Tarn)
Starting from the small village of Mauriac, this short hike, accessible to all, takes you through valleys carpeted with vineyards and small hills offering views of the Gaillac plain and, on a clear day, the Montagne Noire and even the Pyrenees. A few beautifully restored dovecotes and some noble residences adorn the route.
In the footsteps of the Cistercian monks around Castanet
9.86 mi
+997 ft
-1,020 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Castanet (Tarn) (Tarn)
In days gone by, the monks of Bonnecombe Abbey, near Rouergue, used the “Chemin des Moines” to transport various produce they grew around a barn south of Castanet.This path winds through a landscape of copses, vineyards and traditional farmhouses that characterise the hillsides of Albi.
This route is a shortened circular route of the so-called official 21 km route.
Around Fayssac
4.96 mi
+325 ft
-348 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Fayssac (Tarn)
Starting from the small village of Fayssac, this easy hike takes place in gently rolling countryside where cultivated fields, meadows and vineyards share the landscape. On a clear day, the view stretches as far as the Montagne Noire and the Pyrenees. The route alternates between wide paths and small, mostly quiet tarmac roads, which do nothing to detract from the feeling of calm and tranquillity that prevails throughout.
Campagnac - Itzac: among beautiful stones, vineyards and hillsides
7.32 mi
+883 ft
-883 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Campagnac (Tarn) (Tarn)
This is an easy hike, ideal for a half-day, which allows you to discover the beautifully restored houses of two small villages and takes you through hills and valleys, ending with a walk through part of the Gaillac vineyards.
A walk through the Gaillac vineyards and their châteaux
8.55 mi
+597 ft
-591 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Senouillac (Tarn)
From Senouillac, a village perched above the Tarn valley, you will walk through the vine-covered hillsides of the “Gaillacois” appellation. You will be surprised by the wealth of private châteaux such as those of Mauriac, Salettes and La Bonnette, but also by the light-coloured natural stone, which is ubiquitous in all the older buildings.
Through vineyards and valleys around Broze
6.46 mi
+574 ft
-591 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Broze (Tarn)
Just a few minutes from the centre of Gaillac, this is a peaceful walk, ideal for a half-day outing. The circuit passes through unspoilt countryside where vineyards, meadows and small woods share the space. In this landscape of rolling hills and valleys, a few beautiful houses and wine estates dot the route. Not to mention the views of the Montagne Noire and the Pyrenees on a clear day to top it all off.
Bonnan Valley Trail
7.26 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,096 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Milhars (Tarn)
Landscapes of cliffs and valleys in the Bonnan valley and the Grézelles forest. This route only uses paths and tracks in the middle of unspoilt nature.
This is the classic version of the Vallée de Bonnan trail, as described in the Tarn à pied guidebook and on the FFRP information sheets.
De la Vallée de Bonnan aux Moulins de la Laussière
11.25 mi
+1,716 ft
-1,693 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Milhars (Tarn)
Voici une très belle randonnée alternant des moments d'immersion dans une nature sauvage et des moments culturels de haut intérêt.
Passé et présent se conjuguent avec les ruines, les fresques et la céramique moderne. Des découvertes qui raviront les randonneurs amateurs d'histoire et de l'art.
Around Milhars
4.56 mi
+686 ft
-676 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Milhars (Tarn)
A fairly short, unpretentious hike requiring a good sense of direction. The route is mostly along forest tracks or paths but has no signposts. A compass and map are essential; a GPS is recommended. The terrain is quite varied and you won’t get bored at any point.
Bonnan, another side of the Bonne Vallée
7.48 mi
+915 ft
-915 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Milhars (Tarn)
A little-used trail to discover a wild part of the Bonnan Valley. Wide tracks and pretty little paths running along both sides of the Bonnan stream offer a different view of the valley.
La Gresinhóla
10.99 mi
+1,677 ft
-1,673 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Milhars (Tarn)
It is a long circular route connecting Milhars to Roussayrolles, passing behind the Château de la Prune.
Hikers will pass through valleys and hilltops amongst the peaceful little villages of the Cordais plateau.
Old stone buildings, a decorated church and local heritage sites punctuate a wooded, little-used path.