Hiking in Aveyron
A paradise for hikers, Aveyron is criss-crossed with marked circuits and trails. The region’s unspoilt landscapes and charming villages make it particularly suitable for hiking. Between steep valleys, rasps, lakeshores and high plateaus, the terrain is varied.
For an active vacation, the Aveyron Les Genêts campsite has selected the 10 best walks in Aveyron. Enjoy the ride, and keep your eyes peeled!
Circuit des Passerelles, Bozouls
A great family hike with four footbridges and superb views over the Dourdou canyon.
- Distance: 7 km
- Running time: 2h25
- Level: Easy
- Circular: Or
Fontaneilles Pedestal Trail
This lovely circuit around the Château de Peyrelade offers a breathtaking view of the Tarn valley.
- Distance: 10.6 km
- Running time: 4h10
- Level: Medium
- Circular: Yes
Les Villages Troglodytes, Mostuéjouls
The ideal way to discover one of Aveyron’s most beautiful attractions, the troglodyte villages built on the banks of the Tarn.
- Distance: 14.4 km
- Running time: 6h20
- Level: Medium
- Circular: Yes
Voie du Rail, Espalion
A historic walk that follows the route of the old railroad built over a century ago, in 1905. You’ll pass through several tunnels and viaducts.
- Distance: 12 km
- Running time: 4h10
- Level: Medium
- Circular: Yes
Ermitage Saint-Michel and Corniches du Causse Noir, Peyreleau
A beautiful hike through the Jonte gorges, where you can get close to vultures and discover the remains of the Saint-Michel hermitage.
- Distance: 8 km
- Running time: 3h40
- Level: Medium
- Circular: Yes
Vieilles Vignes de Saint-Côme-d’Olt
This tour, suitable for all hikers (including children), takes you through the meadows around Saint-Côme-d’Olt, one of France’s most beautiful villages in the Massif Central.
- Distance: 8.75 km
- Duration: 3 hours
- Level: Easy
- Circular: Yes
Cascade du Saut du Chien, Saint-Symphorien-de-Thénières
You’ ll hike through forests and meadows to reach a beautiful reward: a magnificent waterfall where you can cool off in fine weather.
- Distance: 4.7 km
- Running time: 1h40
- Level: Medium
- Circular: Yes
Pèlerin d’un Jour sur l’Aubrac, Saint-Chély-d’Aubrac
This superb hike on theAubrac plateau is for good walkers only. The landscapes we pass through are fabulous and unspoilt. The route follows ancient Roman roads and transhumance trails. Our favorite: the highest point of the hike, at 1,318 m altitude.
- Distance: 18.2 km
- Running time: 6h40
- Level: Difficult
- Circular: Yes
Brousse-le-Château and Tarn Valley
An excellent idea for a family outing around Brousse-le-Château, a town of character characterized by its medieval village.
- Distance: 8 km
- Running time: 3h25
- Level: Easy
- Circular: Yes
Mont et Vaux around Coupiac
This long hike, aimed at sports enthusiasts, is dotted with Occitan crosses, the central theme of this superb circuit near the château de Coupiac.
- Distance: 17.7 km
- Running time: 6h15
- Level: Difficult
- Circular: Yes
