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Hiking in Lac de Gery: trails, map and practical info

Haute-Garonne • Occitanie

A challenging alpine ascent in the Hautes-Pyrénées with 600 m elevation gain leading to pristine Lac de Gery. This demanding route through Occitanie's high country rewards hikers with crystal-clear mountain lake views.

8 km
Distance
3h00
Duration
600 m
Elevation
Difficulty
Moderate
Max altitude
2,080 m
Recommended for :
Intermediate hikers

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Trail description

IMPORTANT: Le Lac de Géry est accessible par plusieurs itinéraires distincts. Les informations ci-dessous décrivent les variantes principales. Vérifiez votre point de départ exact avant de partir.

Itinéraire 1 : Boucle courte et facile

La boucle du Lac de Géry au départ de Marignac ou Cierp Gaud est un parcours facile sans dénivelé significatif. Ce circuit offre des vues sur les sommets environnants (Gar, Saillant, Burat, Rié) et longe la Garonne. Le départ manque d'ombre initialement, mais le sentier devient plus ombragé en suivant la vallée. Cette boucle convient aux familles et aux randonneurs peu expérimentés.

Itinéraire 2 : Approche sportive avec dénivelé

Certains accès au Lac de Géry impliquent un dénivelé de 600 mètres. Cette variante de l'itinéraire est plus exigeante et requiert une meilleure condition physique. Les conditions d'accès et le point de départ de cette variante n'ont pas pu être précisés via les sources disponibles.

Caractéristiques communes

Le Lac de Géry se situe dans les Hautes-Pyrénées en Occitanie. Le paysage combine forêts et plans d'eau. La faune locale inclut les isards, les vautours (vautour fauve et gypaète barbu) et les marmottes. Le site offre une belle observation de la nature pyrénéenne avec des conditions météorologiques changeantes.

Les sources web disponibles ne permettent pas de confirmer avec certitude une durée unique ni une distance totale applicable à tous les itinéraires mentionnés. Consultez des sources locales ou un guide avant votre départ pour obtenir les chiffres exacts correspondant à votre point de départ choisi.

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Ready to go?

Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Lac de Géry, 31440 Saint-Béat-Lez, France
GPS coordinates
42.9241985, 0.6758222
Phone
Not available

When?

Opening hours
No information
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
Weather (next days)
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
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What to bring?

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Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
42.9241985, 0.6758222
Center
Not available

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Lac de Gery is rated moderate.
The elevation gain of Lac de Gery is 600 m.
The summit of Lac de Gery is at 2,080 m.
Allow about 3h00 for Lac de Gery (8 km).
No, Lac de Gery has no visitor centre on site.
The Lac de Gery trail is rated as Moderate difficulty with 8 km distance, 600 m elevation gain, and approximately 3h00 of hiking time. This makes it suitable for hikers with some experience and basic fitness level. Beginners should assess their fitness before attempting this route.
The Lac de Gery hike takes approximately 3h00 to complete. This timing covers the 8 km distance with 600 m of elevation gain, though individual pace may vary depending on fitness level and trail conditions.
The Lac de Gery trail has 600 m of elevation gain over the 8 km route. This steady climb contributes to the Moderate difficulty rating of the hike.
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