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Bassiès ponds
Walker 
11.99 km
+896 m
-897 m
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Auzat (Ariège)
The granite cirque of Bassiès, near the Montcalm massif, is impressive for its size and its lakes. It is accessed from the right bank of the steeply-sided Bassiès stream via a comfortable but steep path that passes through a beautiful forest before coming out onto a rocky outcrop that marks the first lake. The descent is on the other bank, which is just as steep, following a well-maintained stony mule track.
The Orris Trail
Tourist office 
11.15 km
+705 m
-706 m
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Auzat (Ariège)
This high-altitude walk through a high-mountain landscape can also be turned into a short educational outing. The short journey back in time takes you to the orris at the bottom of the Soulcem valley on the border with Andorra and Spain. The numerous small dry-stone summer dwellings bear witness to the intense pastoral activity in the valley.
The Étang de Médécourbe loop
Walker 
12.07 km
+582 m
-579 m
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Auzat (Ariège)
A beautiful walk in the heart of the Soulcem valley to discover the crystal-clear waters of the Étang de Médécourbe.
The 4 lakes of Picot
Walker 
10.22 km
+972 m
-963 m
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Auzat (Ariège)
This beautiful hike in the Mounicou Valley (Soulcem) invites you to contemplate four little-visited lakes.
The goal of the day is to discover the four lakes of Picot! While the first two are rather unremarkable, the third and fourth have a charm that captivates you as soon as you discover them and rewards you for your efforts.
The Mine Trail
Tourist office 
5.97 km
+342 m
-347 m
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Vicdessos (Ariège)
The mining trail winds its way through the woods around the delightful Sem valley. Follow in the footsteps of the former miners of Rancié and discover the past.
Loop trail around the Gardelle, Roumazet and Soucarrane lakes
Walker 
13.55 km
+1,125 m
-1,125 m
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Auzat (Ariège)
In the large glacial cirque of Soulcem, this hike allows you to discover several high-altitude lakes with crystal-clear waters and sumptuous mineral landscapes that make you forget the considerable effort required, both on the way up and down. On the way back, a few horses of the Mérens breed and the magnificent Orris du Carla provide a pleasant end to the day.
Walks near Vicdessos (rivière) - Affluent de l'Ariège
Comapedrosa Refuge - El Serrat
Walker 13.91 km
+710 m
-1,405 m
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Massana (Andorra)
The fourth stage is in the high mountains, easier than the previous two, allowing you to reduce your effort. Many trails through forests and woodlands make for a more bucolic and enjoyable hike. This stage presents no technical difficulties, but orientation and following the route are complicated due to numerous crossings and intersections of hiking trails. It is essential to have a hiking app and the GPX track to avoid getting lost.
Vallferrera Refuge - Pic de Comapedrosa - Comapedrosa Refuge
Walker 11.07 km
+1,136 m
-777 m
6h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Alins (Lleida)
Third stage passing through the highest point in Andorra: Pic de Comapedrosa. A high-mountain stage with no particular difficulties apart from the climb to Portella de Baiau over scree and the descent along the somewhat exposed ridge of Pic de Comapedrosa.
Refuge Fourcat - Marc's lodge
Walker 15.71 km
+380 m
-1,816 m
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Auzat (Ariège)
This is the sixth and final stage of the Tour des Géants des Trois Nations, which has a steep descent (1,800 m of elevation loss, which will hurt your joints) to return to the starting point of this journey. This stage passes by the Fourcat Waterfall, the beautiful Izourt Pond and the forests of Goulier-Auzat and Montcalm.
El Serrat - Pic de Tristagne - Refuge de l'Étang Fourcat
Walker 9.89 km
+1,319 m
-450 m
6h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Ordino (Andorra)
The fifth and final stage of the high-mountain route passes by the iconic Pic de Tristagne, which towers over the many lakes in the surrounding area, and its short, fairly exposed ridge route, before returning to France via the magnificent Étangs Fourcat site.
Refuge du Pinet - Montcalm/Estats/Verdaguer Peaks - Refuge Vallferrera
Walker 12.61 km
+1,154 m
-1,460 m
6h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Auzat (Ariège)
The second day is a high-mountain stage passing through the highest point of this itinerary: Pic d'Estats, as well as two other peaks over 3,000 m nearby, Pic du Montcalm and Pic de Verdaguer. The route is largely over scree and rocky terrain, which will greatly appeal to mineral enthusiasts. The trail largely follows the Porta del Cel hike and the GR®T61. Although not particularly technical, this stage should not be taken lightly due to its altitude (three peaks over 3,000 metres), its length, its elevation gain and its trails composed of loose stones that can make progress difficult.
Marc's Lodge - Refuge du Pinet
Walker 6.94 km
+1,223 m
-11 m
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Auzat (Ariège)
The first stage of the journey, the shortest and easiest, to warm up your legs, passing through the Bois de Fontanal and the Étang Sourd to the Refuge du Pinet. The elevation gain is still significant.