Taure educational trail in the Bois des Ayes biological reserve

Did you know that the Pin Cembro is present in the Bois des Ayes biological reserve? The reserve was created in the 1980s to preserve this remarkable heritage. Some of the pines are over 600 years old! The wood is home to many species that find refuge in these pines, including the little owl and the Tengmalm's owl. It's also an important territory for the Tétras-Lyre. From Plan Peyron, at the foot of the biological reserve, you'll find the start of the Taure educational trail. The trail climbs 380 meters through the forest. You'll pass through a dense larch forest to a centuries-old pine forest. You can either stop in a clearing to admire the scenery, or continue south to join a flat trail with a magnificent view of Lac de l'Orceyrette. All along the way, you'll find educational terminals and environmental modules. To return downhill, continue towards Lac de l'Orceyrette, along a path that leads down to the lake on the right, then along it on the right or left, to return to Plan Peyron (8.5 kilometers and 380 meters of ascent). Alternatively, you can retrace your steps using the same itinerary as on the outward journey, bypassing the lake and returning to your starting point (7km and 380m ascent). It's also possible to set off from the mountain center and walk to Plan Peyron, but you'll need to add about 500 meters of ascent and descent, and a 4-hour round-trip walk (note that in high season, the frequent passage of cars causes a cloud of dust, so an ascent and descent via the Mélézin will be more pleasant).