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Hiking in the Gorges du Bès: trails, map and practical info

Lozère • Occitanie

4.0 Appreciated by 6 hikers

Gorges du Bès (Lozère, Occitanie) : moderate hike, 8 km, 300 m of elevation gain, summit at 1,031 m, about 2h30. No dogs.

François Dumaine
By François Dumaine • Contributor since 2022 • Updated 30/09/2026
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Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
8 km
Elevation
300 m
Duration
2h30
Max altitude
1,031 m
Recommended for :
Intermediate hikers

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Ready to go?

Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
15140 Chaudes-Aigues, France
GPS coordinates
44.851669, 3.09529
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

The trailhead of the Gorges du Bès is located in Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. To get there, you have to take the D939 in the direction of Saint-Étienne-de-Fontbellon and park in the parking lot located near the trailhead.

When?

Opening hours
From sunrise to sunset
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
—
What to bring?
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
Park rules
No dogs
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
44.851669, 3.09529
Center
Not available

Hikers' opinions

4.0
2 Reviews
R2
Review 2
Feb 8, 2024
Very nice hike, but beware, it is not accessible to everyone! Big descents, dangerous passages and technical sections require proper hiking boots and experience. Better to be well equipped and not to have eaten aligot just before! Allow around 2h30 to 3h for the complete circuit. The 300m elevation changes include steep rocky sections that demand careful navigation.
R1
Review 1
Jan 15, 2024
Superb hiking and climbing site for nature lovers in search of seclusion and serenity. The Gorges du Bès offers breathtaking limestone cliffs and crystal-clear pools perfect for a peaceful escape. With 300m of elevation gain, the terrain provides just enough challenge while rewarding hikers with stunning geological formations and tranquil spots ideal for meditation and photography.

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Gorges du Bès is rated moderate.
The elevation gain of Gorges du Bès is 300 m.
The summit of Gorges du Bès is at 1,031 m.
Allow about 2h30 for Gorges du Bès (8 km).
No, dogs are not allowed on the trails of Gorges du Bès.
Gorges du Bès is not recommended for young children.
No, Gorges du Bès has no visitor centre on site.
The Gorges du Bès trail is 8 km long with 300 m of elevation gain and takes approximately 2h30 to complete. This makes it a moderate day hike suitable for most fitness levels.
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