Randonnée en Sauveté, circuit n°9 autour de Najac
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Your itinerary
Stage 1: Departure from the multi-sport ground of Mergieux
From the multi-sport ground of Mergieux, take the road which goes up for 30 meters and turn left on the forest track which goes up in the fir trees for 1.5 km.
Arriving at the summit of Puech de la Levade (alt. 420 meters), continue until the road. You can observe in the distance, going down, the church of Salvetat des Carts where you will pass in a short while.
Stage 2: In the forest of Mergieux
Take the road to the left. At the crow's feet follow the main road to the left, then continue on this road until the next crossing. You can enjoy a nice view of the village of Najac.
Step 3: Point of view on Najac
Take the D564 straight ahead, which climbs towards Villevayre for 200 meters, then turn right onto the path that leads to one of the most beautiful viewpoints over Najac. Cross the road and take the path opposite. The path climbs to the place called La Barthe. When you reach the small road, turn left towards Salvetat des Carts. Turn left around it. You will arrive at Salvetat des Carts before continuing on your way, turning right at the two large plane trees.
Step 4: Discovery of an old lime kiln
Turn left, then straight after a small climb. You now see the D594 road. Before reaching it, a small path on your right leads to an old lime kiln 100 meters away. You will not regret this little detour when you discover this construction.
Step 5: Towards the Daoudou horse farm
Cross the road and head towards Daoudou. Take the path on the left which runs along the road for 300 meters.
Cross the Daoudou horse farm then take the path which goes straight up then goes down to the hamlet of Galy where it turns into a road.
Step 6: Return to starting point
At the intersection with the next road, turn left and stay on this road for 500 meters. Take the path on the left that descends towards Mergieux. A series of hairpin bends will lead you to the Loubezac stream. Be brave, a final very steep climb will bring you back to the starting point.
Return to the starting point after nearly 3 hours of walking! Possible junction with circuit 7 down to the Mergieux holiday village.
