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Discover Monesties Camping under the Stars

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Welcome to Monesties, a hidden gem in the Tarn, nestled in the beautiful Midi-Pyrénées region. Just a stone's throw from your campsite, explore a charming medieval village with cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses. Don't miss the Chapel of Saint-Jacques, home to remarkable 15th-century frescoes. Nature enthusiasts can hike the surrounding trails offering breathtaking landscapes, while the ...See more

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Cordes heritage trail
11 km

Cordes heritage trail

It is said that the village of Cordes-sur-Ciel is as breathtaking from within as it is from outside the ramparts! The beauty of its Gothic buildings rivals the panoramic views of the town from the surrounding hills. The profile of Cordes changes with every angle and time of day.So, don’t miss the pleasure of discovering the medieval town from every angle and combining history, heritage, landscape, and nature.This loop can be completed in two parts by cutting between point 3 and point 9. Follow the GR®36 from Place Jeanne Ramel-Cals: climb up Grand’Rue de l’Horloge. Pass through the Porte du Vainqueur and then the Porte du Portail-Peint. Emerge onto Grand’Rue Raymond VII. Continue to Place de la Halle. Descend to Porte des Ormeaux. Go through it and immediately turn right, then leave the town through Porte de la Jane, continuing to follow the GR®36 (be careful at the Redoulets: stairs can be very slippery when wet). Cross the D600 (beware!). Continue towards "Tanneries-Collège". Follow Rue des Tanneries to Place Saint-Félix des Cabannes. Head right on the D30. Cross the Cérou bridge. Walk for 250 meters. Turn left onto the embankment and take the GR® de Pays. Continue for 500 meters on the Voie Verte. Pass the wooden barrier. Turn right onto the dirt path. At the Nauze, continue straight towards the woods. Do not take the GR® de Pays that climbs to the right but go straight to the D7. Turn right along the Cérou. Pass the Moulin de la Bogne. Walk 100 meters on the road. Take the old bridge to the left, known as the "Pont des Ânes". After 100 meters, turn right onto the dirt path (beware of flooding; climb the embankment if necessary). Continue for 1 km to Vindrac. Follow the church and then turn right along the cemetery to circle the village by the mill and its pond. Stay on the left and turn right onto the tree-lined road to reach the D600. Cross the road (be careful!) to reach the road sign for Péteulé. Continue 2 km on the road that ascends to the hamlet of Les Fargues. At Les Fargues, admire the cross. Go back and take the dirt path. Continue straight to the junction with the GR® de Liaison (red and white markers). Continue left to the farm shed. Turn right towards Piton and follow the ravined path bordered by stone walls. Go to the road. Take the road to the right for 120 meters. At the intersection, turn left towards La Devèze. Cross the Aurosse. Climb straight up the path. Turn right, under the convent, and follow the small path towards Bouysset. Descend the road for 500 meters. Cross the Aurosse again. Ignore La Bouriette to the right. Arrive at a crossroads. Continue straight along the path lined with plum trees. Leave the path to admire the Saint-Jean Chapel. Resume the path (please respect the private property you are passing). After the tennis court and an old washhouse, climb left up the path. Stay on the path to the left for 700 meters. Emerge at a fork. Take the left path (PR Sentier du Causse) for 1.5 km towards Cordes and admire the silhouette of Cordes one last time. Climb up Rue de Litou to return to the starting point

4 h
15 km
Easy
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Lacapelle Sainte-Lucie circuit
12 km

Lacapelle Sainte-Lucie circuit

From the hills of Mouzieys-Panens, the northern profile of Cordes commands attention: the medieval city stretches out like a sleeping dragon above the Cérou Valley, imprinting its presence on the walker who eagerly awaits the moment when the city's silhouette will reappear around a bend. Departure from Place Saint-Félix. Take Rue des Tanneries towards the Théâtre du Colombier and the bioclimatic primary school. After about 250 meters, join the old railway track on your left. When you reach the road, turn right towards Mas de Tulle. You will now follow the GR® 36 (white and red) for 2 km. At the fork, leave the GR® 36 and take a path on your left that will lead you to a small paved road. Turn left and join the D30 road. Pass the Cantarrane-Le-Haut lake and the bridge, then follow the path that ascends to Mouzieys-Panens. Cross the village, and at the Calvary, turn left towards "La Védillerie." Continue on the road until you reach the hamlet of Lacapelle-Sainte-Lucie. At the crossroads, continue left along a path that leads to the old Sainte-Lucie Chapel (private property). Go back up the road to the right. Behind the Camp de Besset house, turn left. Follow the path through the woods until you reach the road. Turn left (the route is shared with the GRP® Cordes-Penne). At the "La Védillerie" sign, turn right and then left. After the last house, take a right onto a steep, somewhat hidden path under the trees (slippery when wet). In the valley, go left onto a wide grassy track, pass the Nauze, then reach the old railway track (viewpoint of Cordes-sur-Ciel). At the end, turn right and cross the Cérou bridge to return to your starting point

4 h
12 km
Easy
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Téroundel path (Sentier du Téroundel)
13 km

Téroundel path (Sentier du Téroundel)

A peaceful walk along the hillside with a beautiful viewpoint opening up to the Cérou valley and the city of Cordes. The oaks lining the path provide light and pleasant shade. The walk starts in front of the castle entrance, heading into the countryside along the beautiful tree-lined avenue recently named "Lice des créneaux." You will see several dovecotes, including the one on the right at the large farm "La Peyrière." Continue straight on the path through the fields. At the end of the path, before turning right onto the Chemin des Plaideurs, move towards the left to discover a beautiful white stone cross hidden in the embankment. Descend the Chemin des Plaideurs and take the small hillside path to the right, which overlooks a private agricultural path. A bit further on, follow this agricultural path for 40 meters. Then, turn left onto the small path that descends to the bottom of the hill. Along your route, you will pass an olive grove and catch glimpses of the striking profile of Cordes-sur-Ciel through the trees. This relatively flat and shaded area offers you the chance to take a break before starting the return journey to the village. Follow the small path that climbs halfway up the slope. You will come across numerous installations for olive cultivation. In the distance, you will see the Château de Mouzieys and the arched bridge. This rather unique bridge was built 150 years ago to support the new road between Cordes-sur-Ciel and Mouzieys-Panens. When you reach the road, if you wish to finish your circuit directly, continue straight and then turn left at the intersection to return to your starting point in front of the castle. Discovery detour: from point 4, turn right to take the road towards Térondel, then the small path to admire the magnificent panorama of Cordes and the Cérou valley at the southern end of the plateau (about 1 km - 15 min round trip). Returning on your steps, continue a few meters towards the village, then turn left to arrive below the castle. There you will find the Thouron washhouse. Its three clear water basins will allow you to refresh yourself before returning to the starting point via the stony path that runs along the castle

2 h
2.6 km
Very easy
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Sentier des coteaux
13 km

Sentier des coteaux

During this loop, starting from the village of Cestayrols, a great variety of landscapes consisting of vineyard hills, valleys, and sunflower fields will unfold before your eyes.During the tour, you will also discover the very picturesque and charming rural heritage, including dovecotes and washhouses that bear witness to the activities of our ancestors. At the starting sign, on the village square, go straight up a small street, then turn right. Take a path winding through oaks and boxwood. Cross the D3 and continue straight on a stony path. About 1 km further, at a path intersection, climb right onto a grassy path and reach a fork. Go right and continue straight. Arrive at a crossroads. Turn left onto a grassy path passing through fields. Cross the D3 again and take the road opposite. Leave the Théron road on your right and reach a bend. Take the path on the right; it leads to an intersection. Go left until a fork. Continue straight towards Lincarque. The path leads to the D1. Turn left towards Lincarque. -> Opportunity to visit the church Take the road to the right until the Mas de Caussé (farmhouse). At the Mas, hairpin left and continue straight on a path along the edge of fields to reach La Couliche. At the hamlet's exit, go left and descend along a field to the road, which you follow straight for about 200 meters. Turn right to climb under bushes. Emerge onto the D1, which you cross to climb straight up a grassy path. At the crossroads, turn left. Follow the grassy path straight. Pass a dovecote. At the road, turn left towards Théron. Before a large house at the end of the road, take a path to the left. Pass a washhouse and return to Cestayrols.

3 h
9.7 km
Very easy
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Oenorando® Vallon de la Caude
14 km

Oenorando® Vallon de la Caude

An almost 3-hour oenorando® in the hills of Cestayrols, with rolling landscapes covered in vineyards and meadows. From the car park, take the path between the cypress trees to the departmental road. When you reach the road, turn left onto the path along the vineyard and descend to the bottom of the valley. Cross the Caude stream, then the Castanet road and join the other small road. Turn left and, 200m further on, go back up towards Plancas. Cross the hamlet and take the ridge path, which offers a lovely view over the valley and the hamlet of Lincarque. Ignore the various junctions and continue to the Domaine des Vignals. At the entrance to the Domaine, head down to the left through the vineyards and rejoin the Castanet road. Turn right. Here, there is the option of a short variant (5.50 km). Turn left, cross the bridge over the Caude stream and go back up through the vineyards to the Lacroux estate. Continue along the Castanet road until you reach the RD n°1. Take it carefully to the left, cross the bridge over the stream and then turn right towards Moussens. Cross the hamlet. On leaving, turn right onto the path running alongside the vineyard. At the road, take the path leading to Le Pouget via a right/left turn. On leaving the hamlet, turn left at the crossroads and continue straight ahead along the path until you reach the RD n°1, at the entrance to Lincarque. Cross the road, take the end of the path and then turn left until you reach the roundabout. Cross it and take the path opposite, which runs along the old wall. After about 300 metres, turn right and go up through the vineyards to return to the starting point.

3 h
9.6 km
Very easy
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Sentier des dunes de Maraval aux Touardes
17 km

Sentier des dunes de Maraval aux Touardes

An itinerary combining geology, nature and heritage In front of the starting sign, near the car park, take the path that leads into the woods. You are now entering the clay dunes of the Rougier de Maraval. Please note: you are now entering a Sensitive Natural Area (ENS): stay strictly on the marked path; on either side you are on private property. Turn left towards La Vernière. Pass by the foot of the hamlet and join the D91 departmental road. At this point, there is a shorter 5.34 km option (1 hour 45 minutes) by taking the path on the right. Cross the departmental road and continue straight ahead until you reach the small road. Take it on the right, pass in front of the Mouline and continue for another 400 m. Turn onto the path on the right. Shortly before reaching the road, turn right, go up the path along the edge of the field and join a farm track. Turn left towards Tonnac. At the road, turn left, cross the D33 and follow the path up to the village church. Go around the church on the left, cross the village to the cemetery.  If you are starting from Tonnac: the loop begins here. After the cemetery, turn right and go down to the D33. Turn left onto it for 130m and turn right to go up towards the D91. Cross the main road and take the path through the fields. At the track, turn right. At the next intersection, ignore the path on the right (arrival of the alternative route) and take the path opposite which descends through the woods to the entrance of the Maraval estate. Take the road on the right and return to the starting point.

3 h
8.6 km
Easy
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Vignoble et châteaux
18 km

Vignoble et châteaux

The trail winds through the hills of Gaillacois, where the vineyard, prominent in the landscape, is marked by its undulating rows. The hiker will discover a noble heritage (castles) and a viticultural one (vine huts, dovecotes, farm cellars). On the square, take the road towards Gaillac for 100 meters. Turn right into the small street (follow GR 46, marked with white and red signs). At the intersection of roads, go left (ignore the white and red markings). Walk for 300 meters. At the fork, turn right and then left onto the dirt road. At D26, continue straight. At the fork, take the grassy path to the right. Walk for 800 meters then turn left onto the grassy path. Continue straight on the gravel path. At D115a, turn right and then descend left along the vineyard path. Continue straight. At the intersection, turn right onto the road. At this junction, turn left onto the stone path and continue straight to Broze. In the village, pass the town hall, descend the stairs, then turn left onto the road along the vineyards. At the first crossroads, turn left and walk for 150 meters. At the second crossroads, take the road to the right and continue straight. At the intersection, turn left towards Mas de Mazières. At the calvary, turn right. Cross Mas d'Ousty and continue straight. At the crossroads, descend to the right towards La Garriguette. Descend on the grassy path. Cross the road and pass by the cemetery to reach Boissel. In the village, turn right onto the road and then left towards the square. Cross D922. Continue straight for 50 meters then turn left and right onto the grassy path. At the intersection of paths, turn right and continue straight. At Les Carbonnières, descend on the path through the fields to Barastou. At the road, turn right and continue straight up to the village of Mauriac. Pass by the castle and continue straight. At the crossroads, turn right. Walk for 150 meters. Turn right onto the path along the fields to Salettes. Turn left and then, at the crossroads, turn right along the cemetery. At the fork, go right onto the road. Walk for 200 meters, then turn left. Walk another 300 meters and then turn right onto the path. At the road, turn left. Continue on the stone path. Reach Cahuzac-sur-Vère.

5 h
17 km
Easy
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Camping Huttopia Pays de Cordes sur Ciel
14 km

Camping Huttopia Pays de Cordes sur Ciel

Stay just a stone's throw from Albi, in a lush green setting with views of the hills and the medieval town of Cordes, voted 'France's favourite village', right in the heart of the Gaillac vineyards and the Cordais region. Just a few kilometres from Albi, Huttopia Pays de Cordes-sur-Ciel opens the doors to a timeless getaway, where unspoilt nature meets the fascinating history of the Tarn. Imagine waking up each morning to birdsong, with breathtaking views over the rolling green hills and the medieval town of Cordes-sur-Ciel, voted 'France's favourite village'. Here, everyone finds their own happiness : traditional camping enthusiasts settle on spacious, shaded pitches, while those looking for something unique can choose a cosy chalet, a Toile & Bois tent, a Cahutte or a Wooden Trailer, for a total immersion in nature without ever giving up comfort. Everything is designed so that young and old alike enjoy an unforgettable holiday : take a dip in the heated pool, let the children have fun in the playground, challenge your loved ones to pétanque, table tennis or on the multisport field. In summer, share convivial moments during the activities, then meet up at the Café-Comptoir to enjoy a crêpe for a snack, an aperitif at sunset or a homemade pizza on the terrace, lulled by the gentle Occitan evenings. Set off to discover the treasures of the region: stroll through the cobbled streets of Cordes-sur-Ciel, a UNESCO World Heritage site, explore the Gaillac vineyards or set off on hiking trails, on foot or by electric bike, available for hire on site.

910 route de Cordes sur Ciel 81170 Vindrac-Alayrac
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The Toulouse-Lautrec museum
16 km

The Toulouse-Lautrec museum

The Toulouse-Lautrec museum is located in one of the most beautiful corners of Albi: the Berbie Palace. The Palace is one of the Episcopal City’s major sites with World Heritage status. The museum is recognised internationally for the works of this artist from Albi. TOULOUSE-LAUTREC, A UNIQUE COLLECTION IN THE WORLD The world’s most important public collection of the works of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, including 31 posters by the lithograph painter, is to be found in Albi. There are also no fewer than 219 paintings, 563 drawings and 183 lithographs displayed in the museum. Early works, major portraits, paintings of brothels, prints from the world of entertainment, advertisements and later works are presented there, giving this museum an exceptional collection. Each stage of the production is represented, highlighting his gift for observation, his talent as a draughtsman and his quality for capturing significant detail. The route around the museum is enriched with information panels. To visit the museum is to meet the man, this native of Albi, of whom this city is so proud. The first rooms are devoted to his early works representing his family, his friends and his favourite theme: animals. Gradually the visitor is taken into the Parisian world: the brothels, especially the world of entertainment and the circus. Room after room, we follow the evolution of this unusual artist.

Palais de la Berbie Place Sainte Cecile 81000 Albi
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The Toulouse-Lautrec museum
16 km

The Toulouse-Lautrec museum

The Toulouse-Lautrec museum is located in one of the most beautiful corners of Albi: the Berbie Palace. The Palace is one of the Episcopal City’s major sites with World Heritage status. The museum is recognised internationally for the works of this artist from Albi. TOULOUSE-LAUTREC, A UNIQUE COLLECTION IN THE WORLD The world’s most important public collection of the works of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, including 31 posters by the lithograph painter, is to be found in Albi. There are also no fewer than 219 paintings, 563 drawings and 183 lithographs displayed in the museum. Early works, major portraits, paintings of brothels, prints from the world of entertainment, advertisements and later works are presented there, giving this museum an exceptional collection. Each stage of the production is represented, highlighting his gift for observation, his talent as a draughtsman and his quality for capturing significant detail. The route around the museum is enriched with information panels. To visit the museum is to meet the man, this native of Albi, of whom this city is so proud. The first rooms are devoted to his early works representing his family, his friends and his favourite theme: animals. Gradually the visitor is taken into the Parisian world: the brothels, especially the world of entertainment and the circus. Room after room, we follow the evolution of this unusual artist.

Palais de la Berbie Place Sainte Cecile 81000 Albi
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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾