GR®78 Piemont Way

From Béziers (Hérault) to Oihantzarre Pass (Pyrenees-Atlantiques)

The journey begins along the tranquil curves of the Canal du Midi, before climbing towards the medieval city of Carcassonne and the colorful fortified towns of Ariège, such as Mirepoix. Geographically, the trail meanders between the hills of the Razès and the first slopes of the Pyrenees, offering a constant view of the mountain range. The built heritage is exceptional: from the Abbey of Saint-Papoul to the sanctuaries of Lourdes, each stop resonates with centuries-old devotion. Crossing the Bigorre region towards Bagnères-de-Bigorre, the beech and fir forests shelter a rich mountain fauna, including the capercaillie and the Pyrenean chamois in the higher elevations. The flora, influenced by Mediterranean and Atlantic climates, ranges from fragrant garrigue scrubland to high-altitude meadows dotted with Pyrenean lilies. This route ends at the Oihantzarre pass, gateway to Spain, after crossing Béarn and the Basque Country.

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Mirepoix: Gites de Mirepoix "le Presbytère", M. Latapie Laurent, 06 28 74 92 67, 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.

Nearby paths:

• Tour of Labourd in the Basque Country (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
• Tour of the Three Villages in the Pays Toy (Hautes-Pyrénées)
• Tour of the Baronnies de Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
• Tour of the Upper Thoré Valley (Tarn, Aude, Hérault)
• 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 Nogaro (Gers) 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 Béziers (Herault)
• GR®861 Via Garona

It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring the FFRP 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 trail, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane way, GR®470 Springs and Gorges of the Allier river, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise mountain, Margeride. Many loop routes for hiking and cycling for a day. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking stay.

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