Les Corbières (Pre-Pyrenees) 2-day guided hiking tour
Discover the beauty of the Pre-Pyrenees in Southern France together with Xavier, a local hiking guide who will show you the best of Les Corbieres mountain range on this 2-day trip. d
Private
Pre-Pyrenees
2 Days
All year
Intermediate
All levels
Highlights
* Discover the breathtaking Gorges de Galamus
* Summit Pic de Bugarach, the highest peak in Corbieres region
* Enjoy the charm of the Pre-Pyrenees in the French le Midi
Description
Les Corbieres is located in the Occitanie region in Southern France, close to Carcassonne, Narbonne & Perpignan. It is known worldwide for its wine and vineyards. In this 2-day hike, we’ll discover the best of this massif in the Pre-Pyrenees.
The highlights of the trip include hiking up the highest peak of Les Corbieres, Pic de Bugarach. Rising up to 1230 meters, it offers magnificent views from the summit. And on day 2, we’ll get into the Gorges de Galamus, an impressive 2-kilometre gorge where the Agly river flows.
We’ll meet in Bugarach village, and after reaching Pic de Bugarach we’ll spend the night in La Bastide, a beautiful countryside accommodation. If you prefer to sleep in the wilderness, there’s an alternative to bivouac outdoors if we arrange it beforehand. Day 2 is less strenuous, so we’ll enjoy the river and the gorge before ending the trip.
The hike is open for everyone willing to enjoy this beautiful region, and I’ll do my best to make it an unforgettable experience.
Get in touch now to book this 2-day hiking adventure in Les Corbieres, and discover the magic the Occitanie in Southern France has to offer!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- The price includes the guiding fee for 2 days. In addition to my guidance, you will cover the other non-included costs such as meals, accommodation and guide's expenses.
- If you opt for bivouacking rather than the night at La Bastide, an additional half-day guiding fee will be added for the preparation and portage.
Itinerary
Day 1: The Pic de Bugarach (1230m)
– We’ll meet in the village of Bugarach then climb to the Pic de Bugarach by the route “la fenêtre” while passing by the cascade of Mathieux – Picnic at the top
– Descent by the southeast ridge – Overnight at La Bastide
D + 760m, D- 690m, Distance: 9 km
Day 2: Gorges de Galamus
After breakfast, we take the path to a small high pass after the village of Camps sur Agly to reach the Pla de Lagal. (Here we have the option of adding a round trip to Roc de Paradet from Pla de Lagal (D +/- 230m, Distance 4 km), to enjoy the view and the cave located just below).
Then we just have to descend to the Tirounère where we will cross the Agly river and then enter the Gorges de Galamus. During the ascent of the Gorges, it will be possible to take a break at the edge of beautiful pools of freshwater to recover from the effort of the day.
– Picnic at Roc Paradet or Tirounere depending on the option chosen
D + 150, D- 580m, Distance: 10.5 km
Details
More info
The hike does not involve great difficulties, but you may need to use your hands in some passages. I will have the necessary equipment to secure you if necessary (although this is not usual). Please let me know if you are prone to vertigo or other ailments as well as special medical treatments.
Meeting point
Equipment you will need to bring
Equipment : You'll need to bring the necessary equipment for a summer mountain hike. I will tell you what is important to put in your bag (including sun protection and a sufficient amount of water). We can also discuss the choice of your shoes according to your practice and the terrain.
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About the guide
Xavier
5.0
(1)
I'm passionate about beautiful things. I'm based in Carcassonne and I'll guide you to explore the beauty of my area, Occitanie, located in the south of France.
From the Mediterranean coast to the Pyrenean peaks, the diversity of natural environments and landscapes offer countless possibilities according to your tastes and wishes.
I'm a certified mountain leader (UIMLA) with additional qualifications (BPJEPS APT), I will take you hiking, snowshoeing, biking or kayaking/canoeing during your next adventures.
I am also accredited by ANENA (National Association for the Study of Snow and Avalanches) to run training courses:
-Autonomous Avalanche Rescue
-Understanding the Trail in snowshoe trekking (Practical snow conditions and avalanche risk management)
Languages
French | English | Spanish
Certificates
UIMLA
What people are saying about this trip
Emma
5
Très chouette expérience avec Xavier. Il a su adapter le circuit en fonction de la météo un peu capricieuse et nous a fait découvrir un cadre et une nature merveilleuse, tout cela avec attention, suscitant notre intérêt, attisant notre regard. La nuit en gîte-refuge a été vraiment sympa et le lendemain nous sommes repartis pour monter le pic de Bougarrache. Il a été très attentif à chacun d'entre nous car pour ma part, j'ai été prise de vertiges et a vraiment été là pour me guider, me conseiller et surtout me rassurer. C'est précieux.... Il a été très présent pour les enfants en leur disant clairement quand les choses ne fonctionnaient pas comme il le souhaitait. Vraiment, on est rentré ravis, avec des belles images en tête.
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