The old church – View of La Couvertoirade loop from La Couvertoirade

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The old church – View of La Couvertoirade loop from La Couvertoirade

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The old church – View of La Couvertoirade loop from La Couvertoirade

01:40

6.12km

90m

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

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Parc naturel régional des Grands Causses

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2.46 km

View of La Couvertoirade

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Beautiful views of La Couvertoirade and the surrounding mountains are available to you here.

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2.91 km

At the crossroads of the paths, La Couvertoirade reveals itself all at once. The Templar castle, the Redounel mill, and the hill that shelters them make up one of the most emblematic scenes of the Larzac.

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3.26 km

watering pond

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Lavognes are natural depressions but sealed by humans for centuries to collect rainwater to water livestock.

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3.34 km

La Couvertoirade Fortified Village

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The old fortified town of La Couvertoirade was an agricultural bastion for the Templars who were well established in Larzac in the 12th century. Cultivation of cereals, breeding of sheep …

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3.44 km

Traditional Layer Cake

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Very tasty and interesting - but also expensive due to the complex production (25.00 € per cake).

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3.44 km

The old church

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The big, simple, old church

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3.55 km

La Couvertoirade

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Entering La Couvertoirade, I discovered an incredibly well-preserved medieval village. The ramparts, narrow streets, and serene atmosphere make it a place where you naturally take the time to stroll.

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4.17 km

View of La Couvertoirade

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From here, you enjoy a breathtaking view of the town of La Couvertoirade. We appreciate how the historic buildings blend into an unrivaled natural setting.

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