Pic de Seron has a little of everything in just the right order. Set off from Cirque de Gerac where there is ample parking. Then the first steep ascent will be in the shade up to Col de Cerda. From then the path jiggles up and down (but predominantly up) following yellow markings to get to the first lake, Etang D’Aube. There are often some folk fishing and an odd tent on weekends but there is scope for a swim if one is so inclined this early in a walk. Change to red markings and more predominantly up to get to the Pic de Seron.

From the peak you get great view of the frontier, Certescan, Mont Rouch and accross to Valier.

Descend the same route from the summit to the Col and continue the red markers down to Cabane Turgilla. Continue down hill and the trail leads to another swim opportunity at Etang de L’Astous.

The return to the parking from the Etang is predominantly down and involves some ladders and cables accross two sections of rock face.

All in all, one of our favourites and a grand day out.