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From the dam to the Tower in Villefranche-de-Panat
Tourist office
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 Peyrebrune Tower from Alrance
5.25 mi
+774 ft
-797 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Alrance (Aveyron)
The Peyrebrune Tower is accessible on foot or by car from several villages. Pilgrimages take place regularly from these different starting points. Here, the departure point is from the village of Alrance.
Les Raspes du Tarn
Visorando Member
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 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.
The Moulin de Roupeyrac
6.98 mi
+866 ft
-873 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Durenque (Aveyron)
A walk that follows, for the most part, the Roupeyrac beech forest and offers beautiful views over the Lévézou.
From Durenque to the summit of Lagast
8.71 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,079 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Durenque (Aveyron)
A walk on the border between Ségala and Lévézou, passing through the beautiful Lagast forest and up to the summit of Lagast.
Brousse-le-Château along the Tarn valley
4.96 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,109 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Brousse-le-Château (Aveyron)
Perched on a rocky promontory, at the confluence of the Tarn and Alrance rivers, the magnificent small village of Brousse-le-Château is noted for its exceptional location.
Circular walk starting from Lavabre, in the commune of Connac
5.91 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,161 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Connac (Aveyron)
A former vineyard belonging to Vabres Abbey, the site of a major battle against the Norman invaders in 864,
you start this walk in the hamlet of Lavabre, where an old Templar barn still stands.
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.
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.
Saint-Igest trail in the Tarn valley
6.47 mi
+1,421 ft
-1,437 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montclar (Aveyron) (Aveyron)
Overhanging path offering magnificent views of the Tarn valley, Brousse-le-Château and the Lévézou.
Yellow markings along the entire 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.
Lac de la Gourde via the Santa Fé path
4.76 mi
+423 ft
-443 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Arvieu (Aveyron)
A pleasant, shaded walk in summer that takes you to Lac de la Gourde from the Pareloup leisure centre.
Short route around Lac de la Gourde
4.52 mi
+223 ft
-236 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Arvieu (Aveyron)
A short route that takes you along Lac de la Gourde, classified as a Sensitive Natural Area, equipped with fishing piers and an observatory for lake fauna and flora.
Route des mines et des cabanettes
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 Céor Meanders from Salmiech
6.22 mi
+696 ft
-709 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Salmiech (Aveyron)
Nestled in the Céor valley, a true paradise for fishermen, the village of Salmiech enjoyed a successful revival during the Salt Road era.
The banks of the Tarn, my way, starting from Lincou
9.39 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,529 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
Beautiful views over the Tarn valley and charming villages: Lincou, Connac, Lavabre.
The last three kilometres are a very pleasant stroll along the Tarn. Beautiful stone crosses all along the route. Yellow markings on certain sections of the path.
From Lincou to Brousse-Le-Château, following the river...
8.02 mi
+331 ft
-322 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Réquista (Aveyron)
A very pleasant stroll, there and back along the banks of the River Tarn, connecting two charming villages: Lincou and Brousse-le-Château. The latter is listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France".
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.
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.
Hills and valleys around Coupiac
10.98 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,739 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Coupiac (Aveyron)
This route, set amid stone landscapes and valleys, allows you to discover the Occitan crosses that mark the entire route around Coupiac and its castle. A patchwork of hills and valleys along the route will delight the eye.
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