Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 29, 2026

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6.09 km

Viewpoint

8.13 km

View of Montségur Castle

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In 1243, the Castle of Montségur was the main stronghold of the Cathars. During the Third Albigensian Crusade, the Crusader army besieged the castle, initially unsuccessfully. Catapults could not be …

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8.68 km

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8.78 km

Montségur Castle

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Montségur Castle is located at an altitude of 1200 metres and is the symbol of the Cathars and of the resistance against the French occupiers. The castle could hold 500 …

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9.30 km

Celtic cross

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At this place stands a Celtic cross with the words "Als Catars - als martirs - del pur amor - crestian" carved into it. Which means "To the Cathars, to …

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14.6 km

Montferrier

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Montferrier is an authentic little Ariège village. It is crossed by the course of the Touyre and dominated by the Tabe massif. Nestled in this natural setting, the village delights lovers of green tourism in all seasons.

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27.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.8 km

6.51 km

3.79 km

2.39 km

2.34 km

192 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.7 km

4.81 km

4.08 km

1.27 km

951 m

206 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,140 m)

Lowest point (520 m)

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Montségur Castle

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Montferrier

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