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GR®653 Via Tolosana - Way of Arles

From Arles (Bouches-du-Rhone) to Somport Pass (Pyrenees-Atlantiques)

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The GR653, one of the four major historical routes to Santiago de Compostela, is inextricably linked to medieval pilgrimage, but also to cultural exchanges between the Mediterranean and Atlantic worlds. The trail is a veritable open-air museum, home to treasures such as the Abbey of Saint-Gilles, the Basilica of Saint-Sernin in Toulouse, and the cloister of Moissac. The path begins in the Camargue plains, crosses the vineyards of Languedoc and the forested massifs of Haut-Languedoc before reaching the hills of Gascony. Nature here is wild and unspoiled, offering an immersion in the nature parks of Haut-Languedoc and the Pyrenees. The final crossing of the Somport Pass, gateway to Spain, marks the majestic and mineral culmination of this journey, where Mediterranean flora gives way to high-altitude pastures and snow-capped peaks.

GR®653 Via Tolosana

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GPX QRcode Distance: 807km, Elevation maximum: 1632m, Elevation minimum: 1m, Elevation gain uphill: 13688m
IGN Maps: Clermont-l'Herault (2643E). Montpellier Palavas-les-Flots (2743ET). Aigues-Mortes la Grande-Motte (2843OT). Arles PNR de Camargue (2943ET). St-Gilles Vauvert (2943O). Lamalou-les-Bains l'Espinouse le Caroux PNR du Haut Languedoc (2543OT). St-Guilhem-le-Desert Cirque de Navacelles (2642ET). Lodeve Bedarieux Lac de Salagou (2643OT). Castres Puylaurens Lautrec (2243E). Castres le Sidobre PNR du Haut-Languedoc (2343ET). Montagne Noire Ouest Revel Labruguiere PNR du Haut-Languedoc (2344OT). Monts de Lacaune la Salvetat-sur-Agout PNR du Haut Languedoc (2443ET). Toulouse (2143O). Villefranche-de-Lauragais (2144E). Ramonville-St-Agne (2144O). Mazeres (2145E). Revel St-Felix-Lauragais (2244O). Castelnaudary (2245O). Auch (1843E). Auch (1843O). Cadours (1943E). Gimont (1943O). l'Isle-Jourdain (Gers) (2043O). Pau (1545E). Lembeye (1644E). Pau Est / Morlaas (1645O). Montesquiou (1743E). Mielan (1744E). Vic-en-Bigorre (1744O). Pau (1545E). Lembeye (1644E). Mourenx (1545O). Oloron-Ste-Marie Vallee d'Aspe (1546OT). Ossau Vallee d'Aspe PN des Pyrenees (1547OT).


Saint Gilles: A Haven of Peace at the Stables, Ms. Koehler Morgane, 07 83 49 48 19, Email.
A peaceful stop in a new studio, nestled in the heart of a private stable. A warm and secure cocoon, ideal for pilgrims, riders, cyclists, or hikers with a donkey. Secure parking. Horses and donkeys are welcome upon request (paddock or box). Meals can be delivered: tagines, couscous, salads, or French dishes. Accommodates 1 to 2 people with an equipped kitchen, spacious shower, and relaxation area.
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Saint Christaud: La Grange de Garac Guesthouse, Isabelle and David Baume, 06 79 21 75 40, 05 62 09 37 50, Email.
Simplicity, conviviality, and exchange. Personalized rooms combining stone and wood with private bathrooms and toilets. You will appreciate the freshness of our rooms in summer. Enjoy breakfast on the terrace facing century-old cedars with a view of the Pyrenees. Table d'hôte available by reservation featuring local, seasonal products.
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Mon GR It is advisable to follow the beacons throughout your itinerary and to take the Fédération Française de la Randonnée Pédestre topo-guide with you. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

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L'Etoile Guest-House

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.

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