The Mas loop (VTT)

The longuest hike in Albères



To get on this circuit, go down to the crossing ford and go up left on the track DFCI-AL n°42. This initially arduous track,winds over the Chateau de Valmy and quickly offers a very beautiful viewpoint.Widening the track becomes easier and goes on the hillside towards Mas Cristine.


At the intersection with the tarmac road, turn right towards the track DFCI AL n°41;This last road is sometimes ravined in places.Throughout the ascent,you can often see Mas nestled in the cork oak forest. Enjoy the wonderful views throuhout the hike. 


At the cement water basin (no potable water) turn right towards the track DFCI-ALn°29.Enjoy the plateaus that hug the foothills of Massif des Albères to catch your breath. The descent towards the chapelle Saint Laurent and Mas de la Monge (ruins)


At the crossroads of the two tracks, take on the left, track DFCI-ALn°28. Pass in front of the tank n°372. From this moment, stay on this trck where small climbs, plateaus and rolling downhill are pleasant.


The track leads to a tarmac track at Mas Coq. Turn right down this road. Be careful not to miss the junction on the right on the track DFCI-AL n°36 which crosses to the cork oak forest and the meadows of Mas Torrenaps et Platjatorta. Follow the track to reach the Faba road opening onto the vineyards and the Meditrranean


Continue and arrive in front of the highway bridge. Turn right on the road parallel to the expressway till the second bridge. Take the Massane road at the edge of the vineyards which brings you back to « les Mimosas » campsite and the parking of château de Valmy