Boucle des potiers

An easy, shaded loop, ideal in hot weatherThis accessible, easy loop takes you through the shade of the Giroussens forest for a refreshing and pleasant break in nature. Between clearings, wooded paths and open landscapes overlooking the Agout valley, the route is perfect for relaxation. Please note: avoid this trail between September and February during hunting season.


From the car park, facing the signpost, turn left towards the two fork paths. Take the right-hand path, which leads straight to La Pelforte. Cross the small hamlet, then continue on the road opposite towards the forest.
Enter a forest of oak and hornbeam trees. The undergrowth is pleasantly filled with ferns, honeysuckle, holly and other shrubs. Further on, the path crosses a clearing of pine and fir trees, accompanied by heather. You then come to a clearing bordered by ferns. Descend slightly. At the first crossroads, go straight ahead, then turn left at the next intersection. Cross the Tort stream; the path then climbs until it joins the Barraque Basse communal road.
Turn right onto a wide path lined with oak trees for about 500 m. Then turn right onto a small, easy path that descends gently towards the stream. The path winds through the woods before joining a wide firebreak track.
Continue straight ahead on the wide stony track. Continue until you see a statue of the Virgin Mary, slightly set back from the path. At the fork, turn right, go downhill, then back up the path. Finish by turning right again to return to the car park.