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Discover LAVAL RAYMOND at La couvertoirade, Aveyron

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Nestled in the heart of La couvertoirade in Aveyron, Midi-Pyrénées, the LAVAL RAYMOND camping site is an ideal starting point to explore this area rich in heritage and varied activities. Begin your journey by exploring La Couvertoirade itself, a medieval village labeled one of the 'Most Beautiful Villages in France', where you can admire well-preserved ramparts, quaint stone houses, and an impress...See more

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Canoles Trail via the forest house
8.5 km

Canoles Trail via the forest house

In the forest, all the fantasy of the karst relief unfolds along the way: rock shelters, stone arches, caves… right up to the canoles, rocky notches barely wider than a backpack! Annual closure of access to Canoles from October 1st to November 30th in accordance with the municipal decree of September 25, 2025 n° AR-ADM-2025-17. From the parking area, follow the track towards Canalettes for approximately 2.5 km (crossing two cattle grids). Leave the track to the left and take a path through the woods. After about 170 m, on the right, you'll find a cavity with a hole in the ceiling called "La grotte éclairée" (the illuminated cave). Continue along the marked path until you reach the track. Follow it to the left for 200 m to reach the Canalettes forest house. Go through the gate just past the house. 100 m further on, make a short out-and-back detour to the left through the ONF (National Forestry Office) arboretum to see the lavogne (a traditional water tank). Then continue to the left; the path descends slightly. 150 m further on, follow the signs for "Abri des Canalettes" (Canalettes Shelter), pass the Mousterian shelter, and continue on a small path that climbs gently and then veers left. At the intersection with another path, turn right and continue for approximately 600 m. The path turns south and the ground becomes sandy; a rocky chaos comes into view on the right. The path is well-defined and leads to a stone arch. Pass under it and immediately turn right. Go past a large, pyramid-shaped rock, then head left to pass Le Crâne du Géant (the Giant's Skull). Continue straight ahead, leaving a cave with a built section on your right. The path climbs slightly to reach "Le sanctuaire de l'homme mort" (the Sanctuary of the Dead Man) on the left. Continue along the rocks sculpted by water and erosion to arrive at "La Grotte de la Sorcière" (the Witch's Cave). Leave the cave to your right and continue along the path. At the crossroads, turn right onto the path through the forest. Further on, the ground becomes sandy and stony, leading to the entrance of the first canole. Take the small path to the right that descends between two cairns (piles of stones erected by hikers to mark a location) to visit the canole. At the back, there is a cave with a sinkhole (bring a flashlight). Retrace your steps to the cairns and descend to the right. 50 meters further on, take the path on the right that leads to the second canole. Make the round trip. At the exit of the canole, continue straight ahead on the path through the forest. It opens onto a clearing. Cross it and then continue straight ahead through the woods to reach a second clearing. Turn left to visit the Sébillère cave. Retrace your steps and continue straight ahead on a wide path to reach the track at the cattle grid. Cross the fence and turn right to return to the starting point.

3 h
9 km
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The "canoles" via the Durzon spring
9.2 km

The "canoles" via the Durzon spring

A refreshing hike along the eastern edge of the Larzac, where water—the plateau’s hidden treasure—surfaces in various forms: the Durzon spring and the dampness of the "canoles", natural, moss-covered fissures. From the car park, cross the bridge, turn right at the cross, and—70m later—continue right onto the dirt track. Leave the tufa bridge on your right and veer left. 200m further on, at the fork, keep right and continue for 800m to the spring. The path climbs above the spring (a steep ascent through woods and rocks for 500m). Then, the path winds through the woods for 1km before intersecting a wide track. Turn right and pass the Mousterian shelter. The path rises gently, then veers left. At the next junction, turn right and continue for 600m. The track heads due south, leading to a stone arch. Pass beneath it and bear right, passing by rock formations. Continue straight ahead, leaving a first cave on your right, then "Sanctuaire de l’Homme Mort" (Sanctuary of the Dead Man) on your left. Follow the path alongside water-sculpted rocks to the "Grotte de la Sorcière" ( the Witch's Cave) and leave it on your right. 50m further on, at the junction, turn right. The ground becomes sandy and stony, leading to the entrance of the first "canole" (a narrow, rocky fissure). Take the path to the right to explore it. At the far end, there is a cave with a vertical shaft (bring a flashlight). Retrace your steps and head back down to the right; 50m further on, turn right again to reach the second "canole". Walk to the end and back. Upon leaving the "canole", continue straight along the forest path, crossing a clearing and a stretch of woods before reaching a second clearing. Take a short detour to the left to see the "grotte de la Sébillère" (a cave),  then continue along a wide track until you reach the junction with the main trail (cattle grid). Turn left onto the trail. After about 700m, leave it by turning left onto a path through the woods. Pass "la grotte éclairée" (the illuminated cave) and follow the marked path until you reach the track again. Follow the track to the left as far as the Canalettes forest house. Take a short detour behind the farmhouse to see the "lavogne" (cobbled watering place) and the arboretum. Then continue along the track towards La Portalerie for 300m. Bear left onto the grassy path heading towards Pas de la Mule. After 500m, make a sharp left turn and continue descending along the track for 600m through the forest. Turn right onto a narrow path at a concrete marker post inscribed with the number 21. The path winds along before beginning the descent through the rocks. Pass through Pas de la Mule and continue downhill until you reach the path running alongside the Durzon river (point 2). Turn right to return to the starting point.

4 h
13 km
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Cigale Aventure - Climbing
26 km

Cigale Aventure - Climbing

From discovery to guiding on major routes, Cigale Aventure's instructors know the best climbing spots in the Languedoc region like the back of their hands. There's no doubt that you'll have a great time climbing and surpassing your limits. Discover the vertical environment or improve your skills with our climbing activities, designed for beginners and experts alike: Sport climbing : Experiment and progress technically during our "moulinette" sessions: you climb one-length routes in pairs, alternately belaying each other, with the advice of your instructor. During the session, you have the opportunity to try out different routes, adapted to your level. This is the classic session, perfect for an initiation, a discovery, to discover the cliff when you're new to the gym, or to progress technically. Adventure Course Our cliff adventure courses are real abseiling treks. They are not very technical, with simple climbs and big abseils. You don't need to be an experienced climber to try them out, but you do need to have no fear of heights. It's sure to be a thrill! Long routes If you've already been climbing with a lead rope, gradually become autonomous on multi-pitch routes, experimenting in a safe and friendly environment. Learn the right moves, climb management and safety techniques. In just a few belays, you'll gain height, guided by your expert instructor. With Cigale Aventure, you can enjoy other adventures: bike rental, cycling holidays, canyoning, caving, via-ferrata, canoeing. Visit our website to find out about all our activities.

3, rue de l'horloge 30120 Le Vigan
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Alti Aigoual resort
30 km

Alti Aigoual resort

Family-friendly mid-mountain ski resort on the slopes of the Aigoual massif. At the Col de Prat-Peyrot, multi-activities all year round: hiking, horse-drawn carriage rides, electric-assisted mountain biking, horse-riding, accrofilet. Winter season - altitude 1440 m: 13-hectare ski area. Exposures: northwest and south. All information on opening times, resort opening hours and webcams can be found daily on the resort's website: www.stationaltiaigoual.com Ski pass sales on site. - Downhill skiing 10 runs: 4 green (Sources 1 and 2, Ermitage 2 and 3), 3 blue (Ermitage 1, Cougourles, Tindelles), 3 red (Tindelles and Cougourles). 1 Family Parc: 3 modules on the Ermitage 3 track. the natural Cougourles, a red-rated run left in its natural state for committed skiers! (Beginners not permitted). - Nordic skiing: 50 km of marked and groomed trails. More than 50 kilometers of cross-country ski trails are marked at the resort. Some trails are even approved by the French Ski Federation to host national competitions! Some 20 kilometers are regularly groomed to ensure that everyone can enjoy the trails. - Snowshoeing, pedestrians, dogs, multi-activities: Not permitted on cross-country ski trails. 3 new loops from the heart of the resort are marked out for family fun in the snow, snowshoeing or other snow activities: the green "Sapinière" trail, the blue "Point sublime" trail and the red "Observatoire" trail. The latter is reserved exclusively for snowshoeing. Departure and arrival behind the buildings. - Tobogganing: 2 toboggan runs: 1 at the resort, 1 at L'Espérou. Le Chalet" self-service restaurant with menu and daily specials. Ample parking. Please note: no equipment rental at the resort; rental is available at L'Espérou, the last village before arriving at the resort. For information on road conditions, visit www.inforoute30.fr or www.inforoute48.fr

col de Prat-Peyrot / Mont-Aigoual 30570 L'Esperou
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The Mutfak Kitchens of Anatolia
33 km

The Mutfak Kitchens of Anatolia

Anouck and Gürkan offer dishes flavored and spiced with Turkey and Greece at the foot of Mont Aigoual. Turkish-Greek-Kurdish-inspired TRAITEUR. Catering and delicatessen. Local & organic. + Private events, celebrations, seminars, training courses. Because going to La Mutfak (cuisine in Turkish) also means learning about other cultures, through gastronomy, dare to pass through the door of the charming Atelier-Boutique on the road to Mont Aigoual. You'll find daily takeaways and a delicatessen from Greece and Turkey. EVERYTHING IS HOMEMADE! Afiyet Olsun! Enjoy your meal! TO EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY Or nibble on a picnic while walking in the mountains or by the river Off-season: subscribe to our WhatsApp list to receive schedules and menus! Summer: Our small terrace in the shade of the plane tree is open from Wednesday to Sunday. ON THE MENU according to season and chef's moods Tasting plate at 9€ with 3 mezzés of the day, a falafel, a borek + in summer only; Greek-inspired salads, fresh and original sandwiches, köfte our melting ground beef balls, roast chicken... A menu of MEZZES that change with the seasons (non-exhaustive and changing list): HAYDARI: yoghurt with garlic, dill & mint HOUMOUS ORIGINAL: chickpeas with sesame seeds EZME: mashed seasonal vegetables FALAFELS: 1000-spice chickpea dumpling with sesame-lemon sauce BÖREK CIGARETTES: Feta and herb rolls GÖZLEMES : Kurdish pancakes filled with seasonal products FRITES MAISON : with Oregano & sweet pepper or plain DELICIOUS DAILY DESSERTS EVERY WEEK! BAKLAVA MAISON: millefeuille garnished with pistachios, walnuts and orange blossom syrup MOELLEUX DU JOUR: with almond and candied orange, lemon verbena, pistachio glaze or others KURABIYE: various small cookies with changing recipes Every SATURDAY, we're at the market in Le Vigan And at nearby public events... Follow us on social networks Instagram and Facebook la.mutfak

lieu dit CLUNY D986 route de Valleraugue juste après le coopérative des oignons doux 30570 Saint-André-de-Majencoules
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The Amorié
50 km

The Amorié

In the heart of the historic Cévennes, l'Amorié is nestled in one of the many folds of the Cévennes mountains. The reception is done in an authentic hamlet with an architecture preserved for more than three centuries. This exceptional location allows for numerous nature activities all year round. The buildings can accommodate 28 people: 6 rooms from 2 to 6 single beds (including 10 bunk beds), living spaces open onto large covered terraces, a dining room and a sanitary block inside. L'Amorié is a group lodging approved by the Ministry of Youth, Sports, Popular Education and Associative Life. Authorization number 303 290 001. The Association Départementale des Francas du Gard was created more than 60 years ago. It is a popular education movement, an association that complements the public and secular school system. It brings together men and women who work on a daily basis to bring to life the national project "With children and young people, together for education! It develops a program of interventions in favor of associations and communities that organize leisure, educational, social or cultural activities for the inhabitants of the department. Today, it federates a network of about 60 municipalities and 25 associations. Since 2013, the Association has wanted to develop its educational project on the center "l'Amorié" and more particularly on the following themes: environmental education and sustainable development, art, culture and intercultural learning to live together. Today, the reception and environmental education center "L'Amorié" in Thoiras (30) has become the ambassador of the environmental and eco-citizenship project of the Association Départementale des Francas du Gard in the department and the Occitanie region. It is located in the heart of the Cevennes, close to a multitude of sports, cultural and leisure activities

Pallières Thoiras 30140 Thoiras-Corbès
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