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Celtic cross – Montferrier loop from Montségur

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Celtic cross – Montferrier loop from Montségur

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5.0

(3)

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Celtic cross – Montferrier loop from Montségur

05:02

16.1km

610m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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184 m

Montségur Interpretation Panel

Highlight • Rest Area

On the way up to the castle, there are information boards at regular intervals about the history, flora and fauna

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325 m

Celtic cross

Highlight • Historical Site

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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446 m

View of Montségur Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here, a path leads to the castle of Montségur, a Cathar-era ruin. The visit is subject to a fee, but you can get halfway up the climb. It's worth the detour!

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2.49 km

Viewpoint

4.94 km

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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16.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.42 km

4.51 km

2.50 km

375 m

283 m

Surfaces

10.8 km

2.85 km

1.71 km

375 m

238 m

113 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,050 m)

Lowest point (610 m)

Weather

Tuesday 25 August

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Celtic cross – Montferrier loop from Montségur

Montségur Interpretation Panel

Celtic cross

View of Montségur Castle

Chemin des Tisserands

Montferrier

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