Between Two Lakes (Herault)

From Avene to Salagou

Hike in Herault department from Avene lake to Salagou lake via Joncels, Lunas, Dio-et-Valquieres, Brenas and Octon. Guest House, Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Camping, Shelter, Inn, Shops.

The Entre Deux Lacs territory is a microregion in Hérault (Occitanie) situated between Lake Avène to the north (created by the Monts d'Orb dam) and Lake Salagou to the southeast. Characterized by a transitional landscape, it extends from the foothills of the Lacaune and Espinouse mountains down to the plain. The uniqueness of this area lies in its geological contrasts, ranging from schists and granites around Avène (famous for its thermal springs) to the spectacular red earth known as "ruffes" around Salagou. The relief is marked by gorges and plateaus, providing an ideal terrain for outdoor activities such as mountain biking and hiking (notably the GR de Pays Entre Salagou et Orb). This is a preserved sector, recognized for its vernacular heritage (capitelles, old hamlets) and its role in regional biodiversity.

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Between two Lakes. Hiking from Avene Lake to Salagou Lake (Herault) 1

Between two Lakes. Hiking from Avene Lake to Salagou Lake (Herault) 2

Distance: 48km, Elevation maximum: 647m, Elevation minimum: 144m, Elevation gain uphill: 1315m
IGN Maps: 2542OT - CAMARES / AVENE. 2642OT - LE CAYLAR / LACOUVERTOIRADE. 2643OT - LODEVE / BEDARIEUX / LAC DE SALAGOU.

Between two Lakes. Hiking from Avene Lake to Salagou Lake (Herault) 10 Nearby paths:
Around Salagou Lake (Herault)
GR®7 Vosges to Pyrenees
GR®71 From Esperou (Gard) to Fontfroide Pass (Herault)
GR®653 Way of Arles - Via Tolosana

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.