The Ayens loops (loop 2)

Very beautiful walk, with magnificent landscapes and splendid views of the Pyrenees.
Its twin sister "La boucle d'Ayens n°1" starts at the place called "Pradals"
The Soulan valleys and the Seix valley (orientation table and arboretum at the Ayens pass).

Step by step:

Additional Information :
You are in the heart of the Ariège Pyrenees Natural Park.

We encourage you to adopt responsible behavior in this fragile and shared environment.

- Stay on the trails and take your waste with you.

- Observe the flora without picking it.

- Stay discreet, for wild animals.

- In summer pasture areas, remember to close fences and gates. Do not approach or feed the animals. If a Patou (a livestock protection dog) approaches you, move away slowly and calmly. Do not make large gestures or shout, even if it barks, as it will consider you a threat. If it follows you, ignore it.

- Swimming in lakes is not recommended. Sunscreen (even organic!) and other cosmetics are a source of pollution in this fragile environment.

- Bivouacking is permitted, but only between 19 p.m. and 9 a.m., and more than an hour's walk from a parking lot.

- During periods of drought, all fires are prohibited. In other cases, fires are only permitted more than 200 meters from a forest. Stoves should be used instead of natural fireplaces.

- In the unlikely event of an encounter with a bear (which will try to avoid us at all costs): approach calmly, move away gradually, and do not run.

We advise you to keep dogs on a leash, especially in summer pasture areas where it would be dangerous for you and your dog if it approached the herds due to the presence of Patous.

Working Languages

• French

In detail

• Distance: 6.1 km
• Positive elevation: 155 m
• Daily duration: 02h00
• Route type: loop
• Marking precision: Trail marked in yellow
• Type of land: Earth
• Type of land: Hard surface (tar, cement, floor)

Equipment

• Free parking
• Parking
• Shaded Picnic area.
• Orientation table

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