A beautiful walk
On the hills & panoramic views
A 15.6 km loop in the heart of the Ariège hills.
Les Côteaux au nord de Carla-Bayle” is a 15.57 km hike, with a positive altitude difference of +308 m and an average duration of 5h20. It traverses the hills and valleys around Carla-Bayle, mixing small roads, paths and passages between woods and fields, for a gentle immersion in the countryside. The route forms a loop – starting and finishing at the same point – making it a great half-day or full-day outing.
Good
to know
A reasonably steep hike in the Ariege Pyrenees!
The hike is classified as “medium”: the altitude difference remains moderate (+308 m), making it accessible to experienced walkers. However, a significant part of the route is on tarmac roads or paths, which may detract from the “nature trail” aspect. Bring good shoes and water, especially in hot weather, and ideally do it in dry weather: some sections may be less pleasant after rain. You can visit the village of Carla-Bayle on the way back!
For more information on the tour: https://www.visorando.com/randonnee-les-coteaux-au-nord-de-carla-bayle/ .
How to get there
to the starting point
An easy 10 km drive from the campsite for a beautiful hike.
From Le Bourdieu (Dufort) campsite, drive north-west towards Carla-Bayle . It’s a reasonable distance to the start of the hike, usually in the parking lot near the village hall. Once parked, follow the yellow signs to start the loop. It’s an ideal day out to discover the countryside around Carla-Bayle, while returning to the peace and quiet of your campsite.
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