Celtic cross – Montségur loop from Montferrier

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Celtic cross – Montségur loop from Montferrier

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Celtic cross – Montségur loop from Montferrier

07:21

22.6km

1,020m

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 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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5.75 km

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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5.89 km

Montségur Interpretation Panel

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

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6.62 km

Montségur

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The village of Montségur is located at the foot of Mount Pog, in the department of Ariège. This charming mountain village is notable for preserving the ruins of a medieval …

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7.29 km

La croix de Ferrocas

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In the Way of the Cross meditation written by Pope Francis – on Good Friday 2025 in the Roman Colosseum – the Holy Father, who died a few days later …

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7.70 km

View of Montségur Castle

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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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13.0 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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14.5 km

Rando repos

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22.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.7 km

5.17 km

2.28 km

718 m

606 m

182 m

Surfaces

15.3 km

3.97 km

2.48 km

391 m

247 m

215 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,050 m)

Lowest point (570 m)

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Friday 16 October

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Comments

October 3, 2024,4 Tag Katharerweg..Nalzen

From Montsegur we first went to the castle. Great view.

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August 31, 2023,02. Roquefixade to Montségur

There is an Epicerie next to the chruch in Montferrier.
Path is easy. Unless feeling very tired, add Montségur castle ruin while you're there. The view is stunning.