GR®78 Piemont way

From Capestang (Herault) to Oihantzarre Pass (Pyrenees-Atlantiques)

The GR®78, 593 km long and also known as the Piedmont Pyrenees Way, is one of the pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela. This trail crosses the foothills of the Pyrenees from east to west. The journey begins in Capestang, in Hérault, a charming village bordering the Canal du Midi, surrounded by vineyards and fields of sunflowers. Crossing the departments of Hérault and Aude, the path passes through picturesque villages such as Falgouze, Prémian and Euzèdes. The landscapes gradually transform, moving from agricultural plains to wooded hills. Upon entering Ariège, hikers discover the Ariège Pyrenees Regional Natural Park, crossing the villages of Mirepoix and Saint-Girons. The route continues in the Hautes-Pyrénées, with Bagnères-de-Bigorre, known for its thermal waters, and the Roman remains of Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges. The trail then crosses the Pyrénées-Atlantiques via Asson and Laruns, to the Oihantzarre pass, the highest point of this adventure, offering a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains.

GR®78 Piemont Way

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GR78 Hiking from Capestang (Hérault) to Oihantzarre Pass (Pyrenees-Atlantiques) 1

GR78 Hiking from Capestang (Hérault) to Oihantzarre Pass (Pyrenees-Atlantiques) 2

GR78 Hiking from Capestang (Hérault) to Oihantzarre Pass (Pyrenees-Atlantiques) 3

Distance: 593km, Elevation maximum: 1179m, Elevation minimum: 25m, Elevation gain uphill: 13717m
IGN Maps: Capestang 2345E. Lezignan-Corbieres - IGN 2445E. Peyriac-Minervois - IGN 2445O. Saint-Chinian l'Etang de Montady - IGN 2545OT. Varilhes 2146E. Carcassonne - IGN 2345E. Montreal (Aude) 2246E. Mirepoix 2246O. Limoux 2346O. Saint-Bertrand de Comminges 1847OT. Aspet Pic de Mauberme 1947OT. Le Mas-D'Azil 2046E. Saint-Girons Couserans 2047OT. Pamiers 2146O. Laruns Gourette Col Daubisque Vallee d'Ossau 1546ET. Lourdes 1646E. Lourdes Argeles-Gazost Le Lavedan 1647ET. Tournay - Capvern 1746E. Bagneres-De-Bigorre 1746O. Montrejeau 1846E. Lannemezan 1846O. Saint-Bertrand de Comminges 1847OT. Foret d'Iraty Pic d'Orhy 1346ET. Saint-Jean-Pied-De-Port Saint-Etienne-De-Baîgorry Vallee des Aldudes 1346OT. Mauleon-Licharre 1445E. Saint-Palais 1445O. Mourenx 1545O. Laruns Gourette Col Daubisque Vallee d'Ossau 1546ET. Oloron-Sainte-Marie Vallee d'Aspe 1546OT.

Pouzols Minervois: Domaine de Creva-Tinas Guest house, M. Chardonnet, 04 68 46 38 69, 06 20 60 47 83, Email
In the building of the Domaine de "Creva-Tinas", we have set up three charming guest rooms, including a suite, where we prioritize welcome and conviviality. Ideally located for GR78 hikers, come and meet us. We also offer table d'hôtes upon reservation.

Mirepoix: Gites de Mirepoix "le Presbytère", M. Latapie Laurent, 06 21 01 17 95, Email Located in the heart of the famous village of Mirepoix, this dormitory sleeps 4-5. This property is private, not a communal property. There's no kitchen or common room, but the owners offer a refrigerator, kettle, and microwave for your convenience. Check-in is by phone. A keypad entry code will be provided to you by phone before your arrival. A garden is available for hikers. Shops are nearby.

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Accommodation or business owner on or near a GR®, you can appear on GR-INFOS

For your registration, you can send me by email (papadimitriou4@gmail.com): your address and phone number, your website (Facebook page), a brief description with 5 beautiful photos of your establishment.

Registration price : 50€/2 years or 100€/5 years per GR® or GRP®. Renewable.

GR78 Randonnée de Capestang (Hérault) au col d'Oihantzarre (Pyrénées-Atlantiques) 10 Nearby paths:
Around the three villages in Toy country (Hautes-Pyrenees)
Around Baronnies de Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrenees)
GR®7 From Vosges to Pyrenees
GR®10 Great Traverse of the Pyrenees
GR®36 From Channel to Pyrenees
GR®65 Camino de Santiago de Compostela Via Podiensis
GR®77 From Saut de Vezoles (Herault) to Alaric Signal (Aude)
GR®86 From Toulouse to Bagneres-de-Luchon (Haute-Garonne)
GR®101 From Maubourguet to Saucede Pass (Hautes-Pyrenees)
GR®105 Aure Valley Path
GR®108 Ossau Way(Pyrenees-Atlantiques)
GR®653 Via Tolosana - Way of Arles
GR®782 Henri IV Way
GR®787 From St-Gervais-sur-Mare to Capestang (Herault)
GR®861 Via Garona

It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring you the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.