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Vacquiers walks
Among the vines: heart-shaped serapias
Visorando Member
7.47 mi
+499 ft
-502 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Vacquiers (Haute-Garonne)
A bucolic walk in the heart of the Fronton AOP. You will go from valley to valley through vineyards and forests. You will enjoy magnificent views of the Girou valley with the Pyrenees as a backdrop and a panoramic view of the Tarn valley from Rabastens to Montauban.
The circuit is marked by 13 scent markers featuring the aromas of Fronton wines. Can you recognise them all?
The butterfly trail
8.42 mi
+512 ft
-531 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Villeneuve-lès-Bouloc (Haute-Garonne)
Along the trail, you will follow rural paths and discover remarkable landscapes, cultivated plains and shady valleys. You will have an unobstructed view of the Girou plain and the hillsides.
You will be accompanied by numerous butterflies, and the diverse wildlife and flora along the trail will brighten up your hike, including a private park populated by deer.
Panorama around Montjoire
7.24 mi
+512 ft
-538 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Montjoire (Haute-Garonne)
This walk offers beautiful 360° views from the Chemin de Ronde de Montjoire. Explore this town, a stronghold of the Cathar resistance, as you walk through fields and along ridge paths.
Fields and woods around Cépet
7.15 mi
+210 ft
-194 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cépet (Haute-Garonne)
A country walk through the fields and woods around Cépet (31 ). There are a few short stretches on roads open to traffic, but this does not detract from the charm of this walk on the outskirts of Toulouse.
The two bell towers walk
5.59 mi
+135 ft
-138 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Cépet (Haute-Garonne)
Cépet and Gargas are small, quiet villages that have retained all their authenticity, beauty and rural character despite the demographic development of the area.A visit to these villages will transport you to a peaceful atmosphere. A bucolic walk through the fields will also allow you to breathe in the fresh country air and enjoy the rural flora and fauna, which are sure to delight you.
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The three bell towers of Cepet, Gargas and Labastide-Saint-Sernin
9.69 mi
+295 ft
-312 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cépet (Haute-Garonne)
A jogging route that can be done in one or two parts.
A tour of the vineyards in Villematier
7.21 mi
+115 ft
-112 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Villematier (Haute-Garonne)
A touch of the countryside for a gentle, flat route through the fields, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a brisk walk. This route, which takes in a few quiet roads and sections of wide tracks, can be enjoyed in any season. As you complete the circular route, you’ll have plenty of time to discover a grape variety with real character: the Négrette.
Make the most of it and enjoy a taste in moderation.
A circular route through the hillsides to the south and west of Bouloc
6.96 mi
+433 ft
-440 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bouloc (Haute-Garonne)
The village of Bouloc is located north of Toulouse. For a walk or a jog in the Bouloc countryside, this route passes along the edge of fields, halfway up the hillside and through a few woods.
In the woods to the east and south of Bouloc
8.62 mi
+633 ft
-656 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bouloc (Haute-Garonne)
From the village of Bouloc, enjoy a short hike or jog.
The walk takes you along country lanes and through woods.
You will also pass through the village of Villeneuve-lès-Bouloc to the south of the route.
A circular in the woods north of Bouloc
9.33 mi
+328 ft
-351 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bouloc (Haute-Garonne)
A route for walking, jogging or mountain biking. The route takes you through the Bouloc countryside, crossing woods and skirting fields and vineyards.
Boulocaine walk
3.99 mi
+279 ft
-299 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bouloc (Haute-Garonne)
A short, brisk walk in the heart of the village of Bouloc. You will pass through remarkable woodland before climbing the Chemin de la Groule towards the sports complex, which includes a fitness trail through the forest.
Magdelaine-sur-Tarn lake circular route
6.38 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from La Magdelaine-sur-Tarn (Haute-Garonne)
A key route through the fields that combines nature and heritage and allows you to join the Greenway to continue your exploration. An easy walk that ends at the edge of a small lake where you can relax. This circular loop takes you along mostly paved paths, keeping you dry in wet weather. Bring a hat on sunny days!
The vineyards and woods of Villaudric
8.28 mi
+220 ft
-236 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Villaudric (Haute-Garonne)
An easy hike through woods and vineyards.
Between the rose and the orchid in Villaudric
6.44 mi
+167 ft
-197 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Villaudric (Haute-Garonne)
A walk through the woods and vineyards of the Fronton AOP. The hike passes two iconic châteaux of the appellation: Château Caze (with its 18th-century wine storehouse) and Château la Colombière.
Depending on the season, you may also see two protected flowers: the French rose (Rosa Gallica) and the rare Serapias Cordiagera orchid.
A loop in the woods at Montberon
5.61 mi
+200 ft
-226 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Montberon (Haute-Garonne)
A few kilometres north of Toulouse, you can enjoy a lovely route through the woods, perfect for jogging, trail running or hiking.
From Saint-Pantaléon to Monriquet: a stroll through Saint-Sauveur
3.37 mi
+148 ft
-151 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sauveur (Haute-Garonne) (Haute-Garonne)
A short stroll through the heart of Saint-Sauveur, a small, peaceful village with authentic charm. The panoramic viewpoint on Place Monriquet (town hall) offers a view of several church spires in the surrounding area: can you recognise them?
Circular Tour of Northern Toulouse: Gratentour, Villemur and Buzet
39.44 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,329 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Gratentour (Haute-Garonne)
Discover the varied landscapes of Haute-Garonne and the Tarn on this magnificent 63-kilometre circular route starting from Gratentour. This rural route will take you through the hills, across fields and along rivers to the historic town of Villemur-sur-Tarn, before descending through the lush countryside of Buzet-sur-Tarn. Ideal for cycle tourists seeking architectural heritage and rural panoramas, this route offers a taste of authenticity on the outskirts of Toulouse.
In the woods at the start of Gratentour
6.24 mi
+213 ft
-210 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gratentour (Haute-Garonne)
This route is an extended 10 km version of the route proposed under the title "Around Gratentour" by EJP, from which much of the description has been borrowed.
Around Gratentour
3.83 mi
+144 ft
-151 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Gratentour (Haute-Garonne)
A short walk for jogging or hiking. Enjoy a superb panorama of the northern Toulouse countryside and a walk through the oak woods, avoiding traffic as much as possible.
Saint-Sauveur through the woods from Bruguières
5.49 mi
+315 ft
-299 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Bruguières (Haute-Garonne)
The countryside near Toulouse. A few quiet roads through villages, but mostly peaceful woods and fields. No difficulty, suitable for families.
From valleys to hillsides from Bondigoux
5.05 mi
+410 ft
-417 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Bondigoux (Haute-Garonne)
Climb up to take in the view, give in to the call of the forest, descend into the valley and enjoy the silence.
This route has two variants for descending from the plateau, which form a circular loop within the circular loop for twice the fun!
The Garouille oaks
5.89 mi
+325 ft
-308 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Bondigoux (Haute-Garonne)
Through woods and high hills, this route offers several facets of this green hillside with unobstructed views of the surrounding countryside before descending back down to the plain.
Before completing the circular, take a bucolic break in the shade of the three-hundred-year-old oak trees, which have been waiting for you for so long!
From the Tarn to the Mill
4.67 mi
+443 ft
-446 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Mirepoix-sur-Tarn (Haute-Garonne)
A pleasant hike which, after a short climb up the hillside, will take you to a place called Le Moulin, a vanished legacy of the pastry-making tradition. You can imagine the fields of yesteryear and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding countryside before returning to the riverbank.
Route du Trail des Coteaux from Pechbonnieu
Association / Club / Walk leader6.30 mi
+292 ft
-308 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Pechbonnieu (Haute-Garonne)
A circular nature walk, starting from Pechbonnieu. The route passes through the villages of Montberon and Labastide via the communal woodland. No major difficulties, though in winter, wear footwear suitable for muddy conditions.There is a water point at the stadium in the village of Labastide.
The Buzet Forest
3.26 mi
+85 ft
-82 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Buzet-sur-Tarn (Haute-Garonne)
The Buzet Forest is very pleasant and reserved for walking, horse riding and mountain biking.
Very busy at weekends, it is protected from hunters and offers numerous well-marked trails where it is difficult to get lost. We followed the footpath on the way there and the bridle paths on the way back. The biodiversity centre offers a fun stop for young and old alike.
Short walk between Pechbonnieu and Castelginest
3.89 mi
+240 ft
-240 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Pechbonnieu (Haute-Garonne)
A short route on the outskirts of Toulouse, along dirt tracks and small tarmac roads.
Short family circular loop in the Buzet-sur-Tarn Forest
4.22 mi
+79 ft
-105 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Buzet-sur-Tarn (Haute-Garonne)
Short circular family loop on trails in the Buzet-sur-Tarn Forest.
The viewpoints of Layrac-sur-Tarn
4.27 mi
+377 ft
-377 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Layrac-sur-Tarn (Haute-Garonne)
Criss-crossed by a myriad of small streams, the hillsides of Layrac will charm you with their diverse landscapes and numerous vantage points offering views stretching far into the distance on a clear day, all the way to the Pyrenees.
There are alternative routes available on this trail.
The Valette Lakes
5.00 mi
+312 ft
-312 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Layrac-sur-Tarn (Haute-Garonne)
After skirting the hillside, this route takes you past the old gravel pits, now returned to nature. This Lakes site, designated a Sensitive Natural Area, features a wide variety of environments offering a range of habitats, including the bird sanctuary, which is home to, amongst others, a large colony of grey herons. Don’t forget your binoculars!
On the way to Buzet Forest
6.75 mi
+180 ft
-164 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bessières (Haute-Garonne)
This is a varied route where country lanes will take you to the heart of the Buzet forest, which you will have plenty of time to explore. Don't miss a visit to the biodiversity centre to learn all about this sensitive natural area.
The forest you are visiting is a sensitive natural area. Please ensure you comply with the regulations in force.
From vineyards to forests in the Frontonnais region
9.62 mi
+144 ft
-141 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fronton (Haute-Garonne)
This hike in the heart of the Fronton vineyards allows you to admire magnificent vineyard landscapes. Upon arrival at the Maison des Vins et du Tourisme, you can enjoy a glass of Négrette wine!This route is dotted with portraits of unusual and quirky winegrowers, offering you a different perspective on the Fronton vineyards.
Cycling through the vineyards
10.92 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
1.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Fronton (Haute-Garonne)
Starting from the Maison des Vins et du Tourisme, this easy route is suitable for families. Discover the vineyard landscapes of the Fronton AOP along the roads of Fronton. The Place des Amis de la Négrette is an ideal spot for a picnic near the vineyards.
A ride through the Frontonnais
9.27 mi
+282 ft
-269 ft
1 hr
Moderate
Departure from Fronton (Haute-Garonne)
A fairly flat ride, suitable for all, starting from the Maison des Vins et du Tourisme. Follow the roads of the Frontonnais on this 15 km route, where you’ll see some vineyards and pass through wooded areas.
Circular route from Villemur-sur-Tarn to Bondigoux, via the hillsides
5.19 mi
+722 ft
-702 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Villemur-sur-Tarn (Haute-Garonne)
By taking this circular route, you will reach the plateau overlooking Villemur-sur-Tarn with beautiful views of the river, the town and its characteristic buildings before taking the ridge paths that will plunge you into the surrounding rolling countryside.
Short circular loop in Villemur-sur-Tarn
4.20 mi
+312 ft
-338 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Villemur-sur-Tarn (Haute-Garonne)
A circular loop around Villemur-sur-Tarn, a small town on the banks of the Tarn, and a chance to explore its hillsides.
Filhols loop
6.80 mi
+594 ft
-607 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Villemur-sur-Tarn (Haute-Garonne)
A route for skipping merrily across streams and admiring the scenery from above!
Fed by the Garonne, the Tarn flows gently through the surrounding countryside. This long walk takes you along its banks, with hillsides offering exceptional views and shady valleys with discreet streams.
Due to bad weather, the route along the stream has been badly damaged after the (6) (after crossing the D29). However, it remains accessible if you take care.
Southern Fronton route, alternative route via Chemin de Larensou
6.13 mi
+75 ft
-98 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Fronton (Haute-Garonne)
Southern part of the large Fronton route (15 km in total).
Saint-Genies-Bellevue stream circular
6.28 mi
+420 ft
-430 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniès-Bellevue (Haute-Garonne)
The countryside around Saint-Geniès-Bellevue, a few kilometres from Toulouse.
However, it is best to walk during dry weather, as some sections along the stream are very muddy.
Along the Garonne between Gagnac and Seilh
5.90 mi
+62 ft
-72 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Gagnac-sur-Garonne (Haute-Garonne)
For a country walk along the banks of the Garonne and Aussonnelle rivers. This route is suitable for walking, jogging or mountain biking.
The Canal Latéral à la Garonne between Gagnac and Fenouillet
4.47 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Gagnac-sur-Garonne (Haute-Garonne)
A country walk takes you to the towpath of the canal alongside the Garonne, then along the edge of Lac du Bocage. On the farm track, you will see an old dovecote, unfortunately in poor condition. At the edge of the canal, you may encounter ducks and, in fine weather, pleasure boats. Along Lac du Bocage, you may meet fishermen and sometimes rowing races.
The banks of the Garonne in Fenouillet
6.27 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Fenouillet (Haute-Garonne)
This easy, flat route near Toulouse runs alongside the Garonne river and through the Fenouillet countryside. Perfect for family walks.
Between the Garonne and the Canal
6.17 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Fenouillet (Haute-Garonne)
Set off to explore the banks of the Garonne and the Canal Latéral à la Garonne.
A short, peaceful outing on dry paths that ends on discovery trails.
Walk in the Girou valley, under the watchful eye of Pierre Paul Riquet.
6.40 mi
+233 ft
-233 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Gragnague (Haute-Garonne)
Quiet little roads, gravel or grassy paths, little elevation gain: this is a peaceful walk to enjoy in all seasons, on the outskirts of Toulouse, between Gragnague and Saint-Marcel-Paulel, in the Girou valley.