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Nestled in the heart of Tarn, Murat-sur-Vèbre is the perfect starting point for an enriching exploration of the Midi-Pyrénées' natural and cultural treasures. Visitors can embark on their adventure by exploring the Haut-Languedoc Regional Natural Park, enveloping Murat-sur-Vèbre with its dense forests and idyllic landscapes, providing trails for hiking and mountain biking. Nature enthusiasts can a...See more

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To get to Saint-Jean d'Alcas via A75 (coming from Montpellier or Clermont-Ferrand), take exit 48 towards Cornus and when reachin
19 km

To get to Saint-Jean d'Alcas via A75 (coming from Montpellier or Clermont-Ferrand), take exit 48 towards Cornus and when reachin

This getaway which is devoted to historical heritage, follows several trails and a path that is cut into the rock and leads you on the borderline of the Rougier de Camarès, an amazing patchwork of red ochre soils.From the village centre of Sylvanès take a small road (between the Town Hall and the restaurant) that leads to Maxels.In the hamlet, take the left path and ford the brook twice, walk the ascending path up to a trail intersection.Once you have ford across the brook again, take the left trail and walk around the Bataille farm to the right, the trail continues to rise. On the plateau, take the left trail that leads to the road and to the village of Gissac. Enjoy the scenic view over the Rougier de Camarès, the pic de Roste, the Merdelou and the Monts de Lacaune. Walk across the village of Gissac (castle and washing place are worth to be seen) and head towards the Montaigut castle on D105.At the exit of the village take right a bouissière that runs down towards the Moulin (formerly a fish farm). Walk across the Moulin and go for approximately 600 m up a small road.Before the hamlet of Douzou, take right a track, then at the junction of 4 trails take the one opposite which leads to the Besc hillside catchment reservoir. After the reservoir, take the left trail that gradually rises. Follow this main trail up to a hairpin bend on the right side.100 m after the hairpin bend, take to the left a recently completed pathway (be careful not to miss the trailhead). The path rises zigzagging through the woodland, crosses a 1st trail and joins a 2nd one which is to be followed on the left.Approximately 200 m after this intersection, leave the ascending path to the right and follow the contour line. The hike has already provided magnificent views over the Rougier and far in the distance, offered a first vision of the Montaigut castle. Keep walking up to a field, the logging road runs down to the left and goes along a 2nd field.You soon leave this path to take a track (cairn) which starts to the right of the field. This track crosses a trail and reaches the abandoned farmhouse of Gaujoux. After the farm, go ahead along the track that turns into a path and follows the contour line towards the Montaigut castle. Keep walking on the main path overlooking the Rougier. This path that crosses the Aigue Lebade ravine has been often hewn out of the rock.  The path goes along the plaster mill before reaching the Montaigut castle

4 h
14 km
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From Montaigut to St Affrique
23 km

From Montaigut to St Affrique

Set off for the final leg of the path that runs throughout the pays du Roquefort.From the Montaigut castle walk up the road for approximately 200 m, then on a left-hand curve take right the rising track that leads towards the pass of the Croix del Pas. Notice the red soil which is typical of the Rougier. During your ascent, enjoy the scenic view over the castle, the Rougier de Camarès, the Monts de Lacaune. Once on the ridge, head towards the East and leave the descending trail to your right to reach the pass of the Croix del Pas.At the cross which marks the crossing from the Dourdou valley to the Sorgues valley, take the path that runs immediately downhill at a right angle to your left. St affrique can be seen far in the distance with a series of beautiful views over the Sorgues valley. Leave several paths on your right and head towards the Guillaumet.The path leads to a field, walk to the right around the field on a logging road. Reach a small brook, do not cross it now but instead follow the path that runs to your right and joins up with a trail which goes across the brook.A little further on, leave that trail and take a track on your right so that you cross the brook once again and walk along its right bank up to the plain. Take on your left the logging road and soon after, follow the path that runs bellow the Guillaumet.Once you get to the Guillaumet, cross a brook, walk up the road to the left for approximately 100 m and take right a path that leads to Vendeloves via the Colombier. Walk through the village of Vendeloves towards St Affrique.At the exit of the village, take a descending path to your right that leads to the banks of the river Sorgues. Walk along the river up to the Gravière recreational area, cross the footbridge and take the green lane that allows to reach St Affrique passing by the former railway station.

3 h
13 km
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The Loubière plateau via Clipis
24 km

The Loubière plateau via Clipis

Along wooded trails, reach the Loubière plateau which is a majestic natural border between the Sorgues valley and the Rougier de Camarès and which offers some stunning views over these two landscapes. On the northeast side, the village of Lapeyre and the town of Saint-Affrique linked by the blue line of the Sorgues river.From the carpark of Lapeyre to the Croix del Pas: from the carpark head towards the village and before the bridge take left the path that runs along the river up to the old bridge. Right after the bridge, take the Bourgatte path for approximately 1km. At the junction with the logging trail turn to the left, walk above the Clipis farm and take right an ascending track towards the Croix del Pas.From the Croix del Pas to the Serre des Cabros: at the pass take the most left track, walk through a wooded area and then along a field. At the junction with the logging trail, take right for a few dozen metres a narrow footpath that leads to a scenic view                 over the Rougier and the castle of Montaigut. Walk back to the trail up to a signpost indicating Lapeyre.From the Serre des Cabros to Lapeyre: take the path that runs downhill through boxtrees up to the Puech Mets road. Turn to the right and follow the road until the junction with the D92. Take opposite a path that goes downhill and passes nearby a building. Reach the old track connecting Lapeyre to Sylvanès that runs along the Fon Rouge brook. Once at the D92, take opposite a path that goes downhill across woodlands allowing you to get back to the road near Lapeyre.

3 h
9 km
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Versols hiking circuit "A path, a school"
24 km

Versols hiking circuit "A path, a school"

This family stroll is perfect for exploring the right bank of the river Sorgues. As you walk along the schoolchildren's path and off the beaten tracks, you will discover the hidden treasures in Versols: the medieval bridge and the ingenious irrigation system in the village.This circuit is part of the "4 chemins, 1 école" series which was carried out by the schools in the Sorgues valley in partnership with the CDRP and the municipal councils in the valley (Versols-et-Lapeyre, Saint-Felix-de Sorgues, Marnhagues-et-Latour).Park your car on the parking lot by the riverside, opposite the former school. Take the D7 road to the left, towards the Northwest. Before the bridge, turn to the right in the Rue de la Ville. On the right-hand side, notice the castle which is open to the public during the summer season. Pass under the arch, which used to be the porch of the ancient battlements. Turn to the right and take an ascending street. At the Plo du Four, take a left turn and walk into the buissière (a passage lined up with box-trees).  Head your way towards Notre Dame du Cayla (right path is a direct route). At the intersection, take to the right and carry straight on. Enjoy the scenic view over the valley all along the path. A 50m long stretch of this path is poorly marked, and you should be careful not to enter into plots of land (to the right and then to the left). Also, notice on the left, the remains of old low stone walls. After your walking through a small oak wood, take the path to the left.At the hairpin bend, turn to the right and walk along the temporary brook. Reach a trail and take it to the right. Follow the old path to the left, notice the wall running along the right side. At the intersection, carry straight on along a broader trail to get back to the path. Observe to the left an old terraced vineyard. Get back to the road.Walk across the D7 road opposite the Cinzelles electric power station, and keep going to the right (towards the East). Catch sight of an old shelter on the right side of the road. Take the path sloping down to the Sorgues river to the left. Walk along the Sorgues up to the car park.

1 h
3.5 km
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Grand' Hortensia
34 km

Grand' Hortensia

Fully renovated and furnished holiday home for 14 people, just outside the village, 1 minute from the leisure centre. Situated at an altitude of 620 metres, in the Hautes Terres d'Oc, your holiday at Saint-Pierre de Trivisy in the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park. You'll love the friendly locals, the leisure centre ideal for children (and adults too!), the first-class rivers for fishing, forest walks, hiking trails... In the village, you'll find all the shops you need for your holidays, a wellness and spa centre open all year round, a leisure centre with a water park, water slides, Aventure Parc (tree climbing) and lots of entertainment in summer... Fully renovated and furnished holiday home sleeping 14. For families or groups of friends, it is located at the entrance to the village, on the road to Lacaune, just a minute's walk from the leisure complex. Enclosed garden, terrace Ground floor: - large living room opening onto a single-storey terrace at the rear, equipped with a wood-burning stove, - fully-equipped kitchen (traditional oven, microwave, combined fridge-freezer, extractor hood, dishwasher... ) with comfortable dining area, - laundry room opening onto outside terrace with washing machine, ironing board and iron - wc 1st floor: - 3 bedrooms, each with double bed (140x190), - large bathroom with bath and shower, hairdryer - wc 2nd floor: - 2 bedrooms, each with double bed, - bedroom with 2 single beds (90x190) and 2 bunk beds (90x190), - 2 toilet cubicles with shower, - wc A small games house with a multi-games table (table football, billiards, table tennis and table hockey), board games and toys for the children. External electric car charging point. Le Grand Hortensia can be rented in a smaller format (ground floor and 1st floor only), a gîte for 6 people, Le Petit Hortensia (reference G1746 on Gîtes de France).

37 avenue de Lacaune 81330 Saint-Pierre-de-Trivisy
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Le moulin des Sittelles
43 km

Le moulin des Sittelles

The Moulin and the Pavillon d'Adélaïde seem to be in great discussion by the river. Located in the heart of a triangle Toulouse-Carcassonne-Albi, Castres doors and at the foot of the granitic massif du Sidobre, Burlats is a pretty responsible village of medieval history and Occitan culture. The Pavilion in Adelaide, the home of Adam, the Castle are evidence of a rich history. Along the River Valley floor village is surrounded by forest and forested mountains. The quality of water and improvements on the Agout make Burlats a privileged place for the practice of canoeing. The Moulin des Sittelles opens its windows on a green natural landscape and large spaces for approval. It has premises and equipment adapted for the reception of groups of children and adults, for all types of stays.Located in the heart of a triangle Toulouse-Carcassonne-Albi, Castres doors and at the foot of the granitic massif du Sidobre, Burlats is a pretty responsible village of medieval history and Occitan culture. The Pavilion in Adelaide, the home of Adam, the Castle are evidence of a rich histo Bed & Breakfast Group at the centre of Burlats, with terrace and walled garden, overlooking the village square and the banks of the river Agout. Total capacity of 94 beds, divided into rooms of different capacities: single rooms, double, four, five, six or even seven people in beds 90x190cm bunk or not. Rooms on the first and second floor, each with a washbasin. Many rooms with private shower. Ground floor: rooms activity or class, room multi-activity, two dining rooms, kitchen equipped for groups; room music with instrumentarium and recording studio, home computer with internet access. Approval of National Education, youth and Sports.gite's group at the centre of Burlats, with terrace and walled garden, overlooking the village square and the banks of the river Agout. Total capacity of 94 beds, divided into rooms of different capacities: single rooms, double, four, five, six or even seven people in beds 90x190cm bunk or not. Rooms on the first and second floor, each with a washbasi

9 places des Tisserands Village 81100 Burlats
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Via Ferrata in Mazamet
45 km

Via Ferrata in Mazamet

Looking for big thrills? Desire to surpass yourself? The via ferrata of Mazamet is for you! In the the Arnette gorges, in Mazame, via ferrata and giant zip line, under the footbridge. Acrobats and adventurers will enjoy this safe activity which completes, since 2022 the current tourist offer. This land is located in a protected natural site carried by an outstanding historic heritage (Cormouls-Houlès remarkabe gardens, St-Sauveur ruins, classified archeological site), and a rich and diverse wildlife. Nearby, after crossing the Mazamet's Hymalayan footbridge at 70 meters high over the Arnette river, you will find the medieval village of Hautpoul and its gardens, as well as, on the GR7, the House of Wood and Toy, its arboretum and its orchard. A nice wander along the 'Art Net' to picnic in th the shadows of chestnut trees. - Via Ferrata with ziplines : . Access: 20 mn . Drop : 90 m . Length: 880 ml . Difficulty: AD à D+ . Duration: 2 h 30 . Way back: 20 mn - Via Ferrata without zipline . Access: 30 mn . Drop: 110 m . Length: 370 ml . Difficulty: AD à D+ . Duration: 1 h 30 . Way back: 20 mn - Via Ferrata (upper part of Hautpoul) . Access: 20 mn . Drop: 60 m . Length: 130 ml . Difficulty: PD . Duration: 45 mn . Way back: 25 mn Minimum gear required: . Helmet . Harness . Closed shoes . Rest Karabiner & short lanyard . 2 wide aperture autoblock gate karabiners . Karabiner aerolink specifically for continuous safe line . Lanyard aeroline Ferrata . Double lanyard with shock absorber . Gloves General recommendations: Access to the Via Ferrata of Mazamet is prohibited: - to children measuring less than 1,35m and minors who are not accompanied by un experienced adult ; - outside opening hours and over night ; - in adverse weather conditions and especially when the route is slipppery and affected by snow, ice and stormy conditions. You agree to undertake this activity at your own risk. If you have little or no experience in this type of activity, please contact the services of a guide. Equipment rental: Mazamet Tourist Office Online booking: www.tourisme-castresmazamet.com/billetterie Rates: 18€/pers. Groups more than 5 persons: 16,50€/pers. Groups more than 10 persons : 15€/pers. Deposit: 400€ (on the day of the rental, chèque ou Crédit card) For beginners or persons needing a guide, you can contact: - Aude Escapades - Laurence Combes 06 03 50 00 85 - Axecime - Yannick Saulnier 06 08 42 27 13

95 rue de la Resse 81200 Mazamet
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Gîte pèlerins Bouisset Lasfaillades - St Jacques - Tarn
32 km

Gîte pèlerins Bouisset Lasfaillades - St Jacques - Tarn

Comfortable accommodation in the heart of a typical hamlet in Bouisset Lasfaillades, between Anglès and Castres in the Tarn. Stopover or holiday gite located between Sidobre, Monts de Lacaune and Montagne Noire, less than 300 metres from the GR 653 Way of St James. In Bouisset Lasfaillades, between Anglès and Castres in the Tarn. Our St Jacques gite is located in a charming and peaceful little hamlet in an unspoilt natural setting at an altitude of 700 metres. Set in undulating countryside between Sidobre, Monts de Lacaune and Montagne Noire, this gîte will give you the chance to relax away from the noise and bustle of the city. The village of Lasfaillades, crossed by the GR 653 Pilgrim's Way to Santiago de Compostela, offers great walking and mountain-biking opportunities just a few kilometres away. Nearby, you can also take advantage of the small lake and picnic area less than 300m away. Self-contained gîte (sleeps 8/9), located in the centre of the hamlet less than 300 metres from the GR. Ground floor entrance with terrace and garden furniture. Ground floor: fitted kitchen with large dining table, toilet and shower room, lounge with seating area, laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer. First floor: 3 bedrooms (3 single beds), (2 single beds), (1 double bed + 1 single bed), shower room and WC. The gite also has a garage. Television and small library available. Grassed area, car park and barbecue are also available next to the gîte. Pilgrim gite with half-board available on reservation.

Bouisset 81260 Lasfaillades
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Grand' Hortensia
34 km

Grand' Hortensia

Fully renovated and furnished holiday home for 14 people, just outside the village, 1 minute from the leisure centre. Situated at an altitude of 620 metres, in the Hautes Terres d'Oc, your holiday at Saint-Pierre de Trivisy in the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park. You'll love the friendly locals, the leisure centre ideal for children (and adults too!), the first-class rivers for fishing, forest walks, hiking trails... In the village, you'll find all the shops you need for your holidays, a wellness and spa centre open all year round, a leisure centre with a water park, water slides, Aventure Parc (tree climbing) and lots of entertainment in summer... Fully renovated and furnished holiday home sleeping 14. For families or groups of friends, it is located at the entrance to the village, on the road to Lacaune, just a minute's walk from the leisure complex. Enclosed garden, terrace Ground floor: - large living room opening onto a single-storey terrace at the rear, equipped with a wood-burning stove, - fully-equipped kitchen (traditional oven, microwave, combined fridge-freezer, extractor hood, dishwasher... ) with comfortable dining area, - laundry room opening onto outside terrace with washing machine, ironing board and iron - wc 1st floor: - 3 bedrooms, each with double bed (140x190), - large bathroom with bath and shower, hairdryer - wc 2nd floor: - 2 bedrooms, each with double bed, - bedroom with 2 single beds (90x190) and 2 bunk beds (90x190), - 2 toilet cubicles with shower, - wc A small games house with a multi-games table (table football, billiards, table tennis and table hockey), board games and toys for the children. External electric car charging point. Le Grand Hortensia can be rented in a smaller format (ground floor and 1st floor only), a gîte for 6 people, Le Petit Hortensia (reference G1746 on Gîtes de France).

37 avenue de Lacaune 81330 Saint-Pierre-de-Trivisy
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