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Gerhard Mauerberger
September 6, 2021
Hiking
Montcuq is dominated by a keep. This mighty tower was once the last refuge of a 13th century castle. Only this tower survived the crusade against the Cathars. Montcuq was one of the communities that supported the Cathars. The GR 65 hiking trail, which goes through Montcuq, leads to the Pyrenees, the former stronghold of the Cathars.
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April 21, 2022
Hiking
This tower was the keep of a defense system of which only a few remains of ramparts remain. Montcuq was part of the Viscount of Toulouse and was one of the places that Raymond, Viscount of Toulouse, had undertaken to dismantle, according to the treaty between him and the King of France. The city walls w
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Best routes near Montcuq Keep
3.0
(3)
21
hikers
10.4km
02:53
190m
180m
Hike the moderate 6.5 miles (10.4 km) Roland Circuit Trail near Montcuq, France, exploring the Montcuq Keep and Old Town.
Moderate
4.7
(35)
229
hikers
27.2km
07:43
590m
590m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Hard
4.7
(12)
49
hikers
8.36km
02:25
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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Elevation 200 m
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