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Réserve naturelle nationale de la forêt de la Massane walks
La Torre de la Maçana from Argelès-sur-Mer station
Visorando Member
10.62 mi
+2,562 ft
-2,562 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Argelès-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
- From the Argelès-sur-Mer SNCF train station, climb up to the Tour de la Massane via marked trails and paths.
- The hike can start from Valmy Castle near (3). See practical information.
I recommend reading the practical information section regarding the different routes.
The hike could be classified as difficult due to some very rough sections of the trail and the need for good navigation skills.
The Pic des Quatre Termes and the Massane Forest Nature Reserve
12.49 mi
+4,754 ft
-4,731 ft
9h 55
Difficult
Departure from Sorède (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Discover the Massane Forest Nature Reserve, one of the few examples of ancient forest in France, with magnificent views of the Roussillon plain and the Côte Vermeille.
The Chemin de l'Eau and the Coll de la Plaça d'Armes from El Rimbau
8.56 mi
+2,290 ft
-2,283 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Collioure (Pyrénées-Orientales)
A fairly challenging hike where a good sense of direction is required in places.An exploratory walk with a possible passage through a tunnel.This walk can be done in the opposite direction, which avoids the steep descent at the end of the route after marker (12).January 2025. Changes to the route (8) and the route description. Yellow markings have been altered to avoid certain areas in this overcrowded forest.
Puig Sallfort - Torre de Madaloc - Coll dels Gascons
7.37 mi
+2,900 ft
-2,900 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Banyuls-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
All in all, this is a fairly challenging circular hike. You need to know how to find your way around to undertake this hike.Part of the hike is unmarked and off-trail.However, the climb to Puig Sallfort can be done as a simple round trip via theGR®®10.
GPX track strongly recommended from (5) to (6): from Creu du Sallfort to Chemin de l'eau.
Puig de Sallfort from Coll de Banyuls
5.83 mi
+2,123 ft
-2,119 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Banyuls-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First, there is a short stretch of track, then a superb path that climbs steeply and passes by the Dolmen de la Cova dels Alarbs.
Then the route continues along a steep path through the rocks as you approach the Sallfort pastures.
The Visorando GPX track is essential, especially if the weather is poor (fog, clouds, snow).
Do not underestimate this short but steep hike. The elevation gain is close to 850 m.
Route modified on 30 November 2022.
Puig Sallfort and Madeloc Tower from Col de Banyuls
12.95 mi
+3,675 ft
-3,678 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Banyuls-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Hike in two circular loops.
Cross the border ridge to reach Puig Sallfort. Descend via theGR®10and the water trail.
Ascent to the Madeloc Tower via a very difficult path.
This hike can be adapted to suit your abilities and the time available (see Practical Information).
Puig dels Quatre Termes and de Sallfort via the ridges from Les Gascons
12.49 mi
+3,694 ft
-3,688 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Banyuls-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
A long hike with a significant difference in altitude. From the Col des Gascons, climb to Coll de Vallauria, the water trail, Les Colomates, a ridge to Puig dels Quatre Termes. Return along the GR®®10. Pass Puig de Sallfort and descend along the GR®10.Beautiful scenery, cows, beech forests, springs, a hut, a refuge, summits - enough to keep you busy for a day.La Massane Forest Reserve. Please respect this fragile and protected area from (8) to (16).
Crossing the Albères
39.21 mi
+10,433 ft
-9,800 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Banyuls-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
A three-day hike covering the first three sections ofthe GR®®10. An easy route with no major difficulties, except for the length of the stages, but with panoramic views to enjoy.
Banyuls-sur-Mer at the Col de l'Ullat
14.49 mi
+5,272 ft
-2,201 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Banyuls-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First stage of this trek to Amélie-les-Bains. A big day awaits you, but you'll be rewarded with spectacular views. Thefirst morning is physically demanding, especially if it's hot in summer. You'll climb 1,000 metres in one go. The rest of the day is more relaxed, as you'll be on the ridge.