Hiking trails in Hérault
Occitania,France
Fancy climbing a mountain, walking along the Mediterranean coast or strolling through the vineyards?
The Hérault has an incredible range of landscapes: mid-range mountains, vineyards, sea, picturesque villages...
For adventure or just to get some fresh air, explore the thousands of kilometres of perfectly signposted and safe hiking trails!
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The Hérault département is located in the south of France and is part of the Occitanie region. It borders the departments of Aude to the south-west, Tarn and Aveyron to the north-west and Gard to the north-east, and is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the south.
The Hérault is often described as an open amphitheatre facing the sea. The geography of the Hérault is marked by the diversity of its geology and landscapes. These range from the southern foothills of the Massif Central to the Mediterranean Sea, passing through areas of garrigue and the lower plains of the Languedoc wine region.
The vast majority of the département has a Mediterranean climate. However, the mountainous areas in the north-west have an oceanic influence. Some areas in the north of the Hérault may experience a temperate continental influence.
As in the southern Mediterranean as a whole, there is a lot of sunshine in the Hérault, and it is relatively regular throughout the year. There are 2,828 hours of sunshine a year, compared with a national average of less than 2,000 hours.
Coastal walks in Hérault
Stroll along the many lakes and admire the Mediterranean and its sandy beaches. Along the way, you'll come across some surprising wildlife, including the famous pink flamingos in the Etang de Thau, the largest lake in the Occitanie region.
You'll discover villages and seaside resorts such as Agde and La Grande-Motte, as well as coastal towns such as the magnificent town of Sète, built in the Mont and with its famous port.
Languedoc vineyards: discover the Oenorandos®.
A pioneering initiative in France, the Oenorandos® in the Hérault region, approved by the Fédération Française de la Randonnée Pédestre, invite you to discover our vineyard landscapes on foot, and to taste (in moderation) delicious local nectars...
When hiking meets the vineyards, the story of our region is told. Put on your walking shoes and get ready to enjoy!
Hiking in the Hérault
And when it comes to long-distance hiking, the department is criss-crossed by some famous trails, including the GR® 653, the path to Santiago de Compostela that crosses the Hérault from east to west, the GR® 78.7, the Fontcaude path linking Saint-Gervais-sur-Mare to Capestang, the GR® 60, the Languedoc transhumance path from Jacou to Aubrac, and the GR® 7 and its variants GR® 71 and 77, crossing the Haut-Languedoc. There's also a fine collection of Grande Randonnée de Pays trails, including our latest addition, the GR® de Pays Entre 2 Lacs Avène Salagou.
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Some ideas for walks in the Hérault
Whether you're a fan of nature, wildlife, history or old stones, the Hérault offers a multitude of walking routes to satisfy your desire for fresh air and discovery.
Here are a few suggestions for walking routes in the Hérault this autumn. After all, adventure is all about making your own way. So go for it!
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