1. The tour around Lake Céceles
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Let's kick off this hiking highlights list with a simple, easily accessible, and super cute hike: the loop around Lake Cécélès! Starting from Saint-Mathieu-de-Tréviers, for nearly 3 hours you can wander along the paths between two giants: le Pic Saint-Loup and l'Hortus!
Only 30 minutes from Montpellier
Level: Easy
Time: 3h10
Distance: 9.59km
Positive elevation gain: 152m
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2. The salt flats of Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone
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We’re excited to propose a second hike that’s just as refreshing and full of discoveries: the salt flats of Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone. Get ready for a lovely 3-hour stroll alongside the ponds while exploring the ancient saltworks in this protected natural site. You might spot plenty of bird species like the pink flamingo, the little egret, and the shelduck!
30 minutes from Montpellier
Level: Easy
Duration: 3h05
Distance: 10.45km
Positive Elevation: 24m
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3. The Circus of Infernet
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For the more experienced hikers out there, we recommend the hike around the Infernet cirque. Trust us, you won't be disappointed! The adventure begins in Saint-Guilhem le Désert, and this stunning hike will let you explore the Infernet cirque with its amazing cliffs that surround the upper part of the Gellone valley. It's a trail that's accessible for everyone, no matter your skill level, though the one little challenge is the elevation gain, so a bit of cardio wouldn't hurt!
50 minutes from Montpellier
Level: Medium
Time: 4h30
Distance: 10.04km
Positive elevation gain: 560m
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4. The tour around Lake Salagou
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We’re stepping it up with another round around the lake, but this time it’s much longer: the stunning Salagou Lake! Get ready for a day or more of hiking around this famous lake, right in the heart of Hérault. The lake tour is part of the GR® de Pays Entre Deux Lacs Avène - Salagou! You’ll be amazed by the breathtaking landscapes and mountains...
Just 45 minutes from Montpellier
Level: Difficult
Time: 8h40
Distance: 27km
Positive elevation: 265m
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5. The Massifs of Gardiole
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The hike around the Gardiole massifs offers beautiful landscapes. You'll start at the Abbey of Saint-Félix de Monceau, where you'll discover a trail with an unbeatable view of the Mediterranean and, most importantly, many viewpoints of the Gardiole massif. This hike is considered fairly difficult, but it's definitely worth the effort!
20 minutes from Montpellier
Level: Difficult
Duration: 8h40
Distance: 27.02 km
Elevation gain: 327 m
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