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Instantly enchanted by the beautiful views over the valleys and the surrounding mountains that are offered here.

The Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent is a climb in the French Pyrenees. This climb is 11.4 kilometers long and has a positive elevation gain of 687 meters. The Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent has an average gradient of 6%.

A fairly difficult hike all the same for an occasional hiker because of the very rough ground and many steps. We tend to believe that we are marking time on the spot. Hiking equipment and water are essential. The descent is just as challenging. 960m of D+ Constant. Breathtaking viewpoint

Col des Voltes From here it is another 3 km to the refuge des Cortalets

A long, slow climb towards the Col de Creu, on a small road on the mountainside overlooking a magnificent deep valley. Be careful, the few trees lining the road for most of the journey (up to Railleu) offer very little shade.

This walking pass forms what we call a saddle. And we understand why by looking at the map, since it is located at the end of an elongated projection of the massif. It allows you to go back down to the country of Conflent or to continue around the Canigou massif.

The Col de Jou peaks at an altitude of 1,125 meters. It is a well-known rallying point for local hikers. Indeed, the GR 10 passes through there, and it is the starting point for many hikes including the one that connects Canigou peak.

The Col de Jou on the route of the GR10 offers very beautiful panoramas.