La vallée du Touyre et de l'HersDe la voie verte au lac de MontbelThe Tabariane LoopThe Tabariane site will immerse you in the Merovingian era. Archaeological work has uncovered 166 graves. The site of this necropolis features interpretive panels illustrating...The tour of the Péreille gorgesFamily walk along the Péreille Canyon, a nesting and breeding ground for Egyptian vultures and other migratory birds. The gorges, which form a small canyon, were once used for...The Gorges of La FrauThis out-and-back trail allows you to walk through the dramatic La Frau gorges all the way to the village of Comus (Aude). Over a stretch of 3 km in elevation, the Hers river...Tour de SibraLa JaquetteLe TaulatStarting from the Moulzoune pond, this beautiful hike through wide open spaces and Canadian-style landscapes allows you to enjoy this mountain environment and its pastoralism...Le chemin de ronde du Carla de RoquefortSentier à la rondeChemin du VignerTour du Pays d'Olmes nordLe tour de CamonEtang d’Appy depuis la station des Monts d’OlmesPic GalinieEstelle Peak and Saint-JulienAfter parking at the town hall of St-Julien de Gras-Capou, enjoy a walk along a path between two hills before starting the ascent leading you near Estelle Peak, where you’ll be...Hike to the castle of RoquefixadeRoquefixade is at the crossroads of several trails. From east to west, the Cathar Trail connects Foix to Montségur and on to Catalonia. To the north, the Tour du Pays d'Olmes...La chapelle Saint RochChemin de PezegadoLe Chemin des Bonshommes GR®107Our selectionAll hiking trails
canal-du-midi-962338©canal-du-midi-962338|Droits réservésFrom the Canal du Midi to MontsegurFrom the Canal du Midi to the foothills of the Pyrenees, the voie verte between Bram and Lavelanet is the perfect way to cross the Cathar Pyrenees to the fortress of Montségur,...ADT09_0009341_MD©ADT09_0009341_MD|Charles RiponFrom Mirepoix to LavelanetThe first section of the future V81 greenway in the foothills of the Pyrenees, the cycle route from Mirepoix to Lavelanet offers a journey between Cathar castles and royal...All mountain bike toursThe green lane
Saddle up!a different kind of hikingequestrian 1©equestrian 1|Droits réservésHorseback ridingThe Cathar Pyrenees are the perfect place for horseback riding. In the land of the Merens horse, there’s no shortage of places to gallop and trails to trot. At horse...ADT09_0006914_MD©ADT09_0006914_MD|Oscar Rodbag - Ariège Pyrénées TourismeEquestrian centersIn the Cathar Pyrenees, a number of equestrian centers offer activities, courses and rides for beginners or advanced riders, in the heart of an exceptional natural environment!...
CATHAR COUNTRY (39)©CATHAR COUNTRY (39)|Droits réservésThe Merens horse in the Cathar PyreneesIf you see herds of small black horses on our roads and paths, you’ve come across the Mérens horse. These hardy Ariegeois ponies are pure Pyrenean products. Traditionally...image00028 (1)©image00028 (1)|Delphine DenteLake of MontbelIt’s thecool oasis of the Cathar Pyrenees, ideal for a day at the beach… or fishing. Straddling the border between the Aude and Ariège departments, Lac de Montbel...MOUNTAIN BIKE (4)©MOUNTAIN BIKE (4)|Office de Tourisme des Pyrénées catharesMountain bike ridesThe Pyrenees Cathares is the ideal destination for cycling in all seasons! From easy family outings accessible to all, to steeper, more rugged loops, the various mountain bike...De Montbel dam©De Montbel dam|Droits réservésLac de Montbel in winterLac de Montbel is one of the highlights of the Cathar Pyrenees: in winter, it takes on a whole new look. Ideal for a hike, to recharge your batteries in a peaceful natural...Morenci (8)©Morenci (8)|Office de Tourisme des Pyrénées catharesView of Montsegur from the cross of MorenciA virtually flat path with an extraordinary, unprecedented view of Montségur castle. From the Morenci cross to the ruins of the Pechiquelle farm, you’ll be able to take...Peche Montbel©Peche Montbel|Droits réservésFishing in the Cathar PyreneesLac de Montbel, high-altitude lakes, rivers and streams are here to tempt anglers! Rich in fish stocks, they offer a dream setting for teasing gudgeon or trout, in sublime...ADT09_0006943_MD©ADT09_0006943_MD|Delphine DenteThe plateau of la Calm – RoquefixadeA peaceful village, a path that meanders quietly up to the Calm plateau, dominating the Ariege Pyrenees chain in the distance, overlooking Roquefixade castle and the Lesponne...canal-du-midi-962338©canal-du-midi-962338|Droits réservésFrom the Canal du Midi to MontsegurFrom the Canal du Midi to the foothills of the Pyrenees, the voie verte between Bram and Lavelanet is the perfect way to cross the Cathar Pyrenees to the fortress of Montségur,...equestrian 1©equestrian 1|Droits réservésHorseback ridingThe Cathar Pyrenees are the perfect place for horseback riding. In the land of the Merens horse, there’s no shortage of places to gallop and trails to trot. At horse...sdr_HDRB©sdr_HDRB|CCPOActivities and hobbiesWhether you like the land, flying with the birds or going round in the water, this is the place for you… There’s something for everyone: for the quiet ones in...ADT09_0009182_MD©ADT09_0009182_MD|Charles RiponTop walks and hikesHere are a few suggestions for wonderful walks and hikes in the Cathar Pyrenees! Whatsapp Image 2024 12 16 A 09.44.19 Afa86dc1©Whatsapp Image 2024 12 16 A 09.44.19 Afa86dc1|Monts d'OlmesPreparing your stay in Monts d'OlmesWinter sports, snow, skiing, snowshoeing and all this just 1h30 from Toulouse and 1h15 from Carcassonne? Come to the Monts d’Olmes resort for a winter getaway or your...