Thongue (rivière) walks

A challenging circular walk in the heart of the Hérault, the Resclauze de Gabian walk alternates between heath, woodland, ridges, steep sections and more technical stretches. It offers beautiful views over the hills, vineyards and villages of the area. The route also passes through an area of remarkable heritage: the Font de l’Oli, a former natural oil spring, whose oil was extracted as early as the 17th century for medicinal use; the Château-Abbaye de Cassan, a former priory founded in the 11th century, with its 12th-century Romanesque church and 18th-century castle; as well as the Church of Saint-Julien-et-Sainte-Basilisse in Gabian, of medieval origin and remodelled in the 16th and 19th centuries. This long and varied hike is classified as difficult: some sections are steep, technical or slightly exposed, with a rope sometimes provided as a handrail. A GPX track is strongly recommended.

Starting from Gabian, this 8 km hike takes you through the Hérault heath, amongst small hills, streams and the banks of the Thongue. An easy to moderate route, perfect for discovering an authentic, wild and peaceful corner of nature.