Want to hike on a route steeped in history and magnificent landscapes? GR71 is made for you. This long-distance hiking trail crosses the Larzac plateau, following the old transhumance drives, these ancient paths used by herds between Causses and Cévennes.
Since the Caylar or the Templars Campsite, it is possible to take part of the GR71, for a day trip or a more ambitious loop in the heart of wild and unspoiled nature.
A historic trail in the heart of Larzac
The GR71 is divided into several variants (A, B, C, D, etc.) which crisscross the southern Larzac. These routes cross the wide open spaces of the causse, dotted with wash houses, dry stone walls, dolmens, and Templar hamlets.
The GR71D passes through emblematic places such as The Covered Terrace, the Caylar, the Cros or even Sorbs, offering unobstructed views of the plateaus and an immersion in the natural and pastoral heritage of southern Aveyron and northern Hérault.
Hikes starting from the campsite
Since the Caylar, you can directly access a portion of the GR71D by taking the Roc Castel path or heading towards La Couvertoirade. These sections are perfectly marked, accessible to regular hikers, and offer a rare feeling of freedom, far from the crowds.
For experienced walkers, it is possible to make a one-day loop by joining other trails such as the GR71C, or considering a traveling section with bivouac or accommodation with locals.
Why hike the GR71?
- 🌿 A total immersion in the Caussenard landscapes
- 🪨 A unique heritage: wash houses, dolmens, sheepfolds, Templar villages
- 🚶♂️ Accessible, well-marked stages, suitable for leisure or sporty hiking
- 📷 Spectacular panoramas at every turn
- 🤫 Absolute calm, far from the main tourist flows
Practical information
- Distance from the campsite: direct access on foot from Le Caylar
- Duration : depending on the section, from 1 hour to several days
- Marking: white and red (official GR markings)
- Recommended equipment: hiking shoes, water, hat, IGN 2642 OT map
- Attention : no water points on certain sections, be well prepared
A hike between nature, silence and heritage
The GR71 is an invitation to slow down, to walk in time with the wind and your footsteps. It crosses a powerful, raw territory, inhabited by Templar history, the lunar landscapes of the Larzac, and the still-vibrant farming skills.
At the start of the Templars Campsite, treat yourself to a moment out of time on one of the most beautiful GRs in the region.