CASCADE DE CUBSERVIÈS
Cubserviès waterfall, 90 m high, a must-see in Mas-Cabardès, a steep wilderness with interesting flora
After passing through three picturesque villages in the heart of the Montagne Noire, you'll reach the Cubserviès waterfall, nestled deep in the hills. Some say it's the highest waterfall in Europe (90 metres), but that doesn't detract from its striking beauty. From its heights, you can enjoy spectacular views over the Orbiel valley, the Carcassonne plains, the Lastours site and the Pyrenean peaks. Not far away, the Roc de Los Caïchos dolmen towers over the ridge, a reminder of a distant prehistoric past. The scenery is rugged, steep and dotted with precious local flora. As you continue along the path, a small Romanesque chapel dedicated to Saint Sernin, dating from the 12th century, emerges among the trees. The circuit begins at the foot of the village of Roquefère, topped by a superb 17th-century château built on a rock. A timeless interlude of 16 km and around 5 hours' walking in unspoilt countryside. If you're lucky, a ballet of butterflies may accompany your steps. Beware, however, that the path to the waterfall is poorly signposted; what's more, the climb is steep, slippery and strewn with gravel, so good footwear is essential for your safety and comfort. Another path leads to a shaded area beside a stream, where you can cool off your feet, but there's no possibility of swimming.
The official starting point is the hikers' parking lot (obligatory), 300 m from the village, at a narrow rocky passage.
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