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Viala-du-Tarn walks
Route des mines et des cabanettes
Visorando Member
3.77 mi
+650 ft
-636 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Viala-du-Tarn (Aveyron)
Discover an ancient silver mining village and troglodyte dwellings. This walk immerses us in history and heritage. Take the time to make a detour to the hamlet of Le Minier, which was once famous for its silver mines.
Yellow markings.
The Chemin des Raspes
Association / Club / Walk leader
9.04 mi
+2,398 ft
-2,434 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ayssènes (Aveyron)
A beautiful hike starting from Ayssènes in the little-known Tarn region, culminating at the Notre-Dame-du-Désert chapel. Beautiful panoramic views of the Gorges du Tarn and the Lévézou hills.
Despite numerous shaded sections, avoid doing this hike in the heat of the day or in wet weather due to the significant elevation gain.
Around Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon
8.33 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,404 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon (Aveyron)
Starting from Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon, a two-part hike. The first section follows the Cernon and climbs up to Luzençon (beautiful view). The second climbs eastwards via the church to the Cathedral.
Les Raspes du Tarn
10.30 mi
+3,123 ft
-3,104 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Le Truel (Aveyron)
This route alternates between climbs (sometimes steep...), descents (just as steep...!), narrow paths and tracks, and a bit of road too.
You pass through steep-sided valleys and very pretty hilltop villages, and most of the time you walk along a balcony-like path above the Tarn, a river with emerald-green waters (well, almost...).
The Green Trail around Ségonac and La Barque
4.57 mi
+446 ft
-456 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Creissels (Aveyron)
Just a few minutes from Millau, this walk combines superb landscapes, the viaduct, the village of Peyre (listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France") and a bucolic little path along the Tarn.
Climb up to Caylus Rock and discover the Sorgue Valley
2.88 mi
+528 ft
-531 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Affrique (Aveyron)
In fine weather, the views from Caylus Rock are superb. The walk ends with a tour of the town centre.
Between the pillars of the Millau Viaduct
4.11 mi
+486 ft
-505 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Millau (Aveyron)
Who has never dreamed, like Icarus, of seeing the world from above...
More prosaically, this walk will take us between the legs of the smallest pier of the viaduct.
A quick glance at the chapel of Brocuéjouls, another at a double chamber dolmen, not to mention the exceptional panorama of the Tarn valley below.
In short, a family-friendly route with a moderate elevation gain.
Enjoy your walk.
The Saint-Affrique Dolmen Route
14.54 mi
+1,870 ft
-1,877 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Affrique (Aveyron)
A lovely walk that presents no difficulties other than its length and a significant elevation gain. It takes you past six dolmens, including the two most impressive in the region. Passing through a succession of cultivated fields, forests and heaths, the route also takes you past the beautiful site of the Chapel of Saint-Martin de Boussac (ideal for a picnic) and the Rocher de Caylus, which overlooks the village of Saint-Affrique. In Saint-Affrique itself: the Pont Vieux, the cathedral, the old narrow streets...
Comberoumal Priory
2.76 mi
+636 ft
-636 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Beauzély (Aveyron)
This walk was created by the Pays de la Muse et des Raspes Tourist Office. A very pleasant walk, even in summer, as it is often in the shade. During the season, admire the splendid rosebushes in the streets of Saint-Beauzély.
From the dam to the Tower in Villefranche-de-Panat
9.48 mi
+856 ft
-846 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Villefranche-de-Panat (Aveyron)
A contrasting walk, between panoramic views from a historic hilltop site and the shores of Lake Villefranche, with its footpath passing through the green landscapes typical of the Lévézou.
Moderator's note problem with the passage between (9) and (10), see the notice dated 14/07/2022, and the description between (8) and (9).
The ladder trail around Roquefort-sur-Soulzon
3.64 mi
+1,640 ft
-1,640 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Roquefort-sur-Soulzon (Aveyron)
This walk offers an original perspective on the Roquefort region from above, between Lévézou, the Tournemire cirque, an old sheepfold and the Larzac plateau. The final section passes close to the Roquefort caves and crosses the village's main street to return to the starting point.
The Baraque du Cantonier in Salles-Curan
8.02 mi
+830 ft
-846 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Salles-Curan (Aveyron)
This hike starts along a shaded stream, climbs to the Lévézou plateaus with their unobstructed views, and ends in the woods.
Wind turbines at Les Escarits, starting from Salles-Curan
7.60 mi
+906 ft
-919 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Salles-Curan (Aveyron)
A pleasant walk alongside wind turbines on a shaded part of the route, offering varied landscapes.
From La Cadènéde to Les Aumières
3.15 mi
+335 ft
-328 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Millau (Aveyron)
A family walk that takes you along the edge of the Causse plateau.
Keep one eye on the Millau Viaduct and the other on the magnificent fortified farm of La Cadénède. You’ll cross a ‘bouissière’ and take a well-deserved rest by the stone-built fountain at Les Aumières Basses.
Mont Seigne
4.91 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-de-Lévézou (Aveyron)
The Haut Lévézou seen from the summit of Mont Seigne (1121m). You will have a 360° view of the Monts d'Aubrac, Mont Lozère, the Cévennes, the Causses, the Monts de l'Espinouse... To get there, take the district roads and dirt tracks used by farmers and foresters. At the summit, an orientation table will give you all the information you need on a 360° view.
To the Sources du Vioulou from Curan
8.33 mi
+997 ft
-1,004 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Curan (Aveyron)
A Gothic church, a stone water tower and numerous views of the wooded mountains await you on this easy route.
La Vierge des Lacs starting from Salles-Curan
3.60 mi
+472 ft
-453 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Salles-Curan (Aveyron)
A short hike offering a superb view of Lake Pareloup, one of the largest artificial lakes in France.
The Château de Saint-Izaire trail
10.39 mi
+1,188 ft
-1,168 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Izaire (Aveyron)
In the heart of the Rougier de Camarès and crossed by the Dourdou, the medieval village of Saint-Izaire welcomes us with its imposing suspension bridge, its red sandstone church and its 14th-century castle (former residence of the bishops of Vabres l'Abbaye). You will be charmed by this delightful village, where the sun gives the red stone facades a flamboyant appearance.
Tournemire and the cliffs of Larzac
10.52 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,145 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Tournemire (Aveyron)
A beautiful hike on the Causse du Larzac to admire the Cirque du Brias, commonly known as the Cirque de Tournemire. It is surrounded by one of the most beautiful cliffs on the western edge of the Larzac, from the top of which you can enjoy a vast panorama. The best time to visit is May/June to admire all the flowers on the causse.
Continue towards Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux with its magnificent restored hospital tower.
The Cirque de Tournemire and the Sentier des Échelles via Roquefort
12.78 mi
+3,048 ft
-3,064 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Tournemire (Aveyron)
This route, which circles the Soulzon valley, will take you to two legendary sites:
- the Cirque de Tournemire and its spectacular cliffs.
- the Combalou plateau, whose underground chambers house the famous Roquefort caves. The trail winds its way through cliffs, ledges and rocky outcrops, offering impressive views.
Between the two, there is a truly unique route around the Roquesquatres mountain and a short passage through the woods along the Soulzon.
On the paths of the women of the earth, starting from Viala du Dourdou.
4.32 mi
+653 ft
-676 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Calmels-et-le-Viala (Aveyron)
In the heart of the Rougier, the village of Viala du Dourdou, in a dominant position, offers easy hiking and surprising views in the Grands Causses Regional Natural Park.