CR69600
- Location: Présailles (43150)
- Gender: man
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Published route(s)
Discovering the Sacra di San Michele
This route allows you to approach and discover, step by step rather than by car, the magnificent Sacra di San Michele, a 10th-century abbey perched on a rocky outcrop at an altitude of 1,000 metres above the Susa Valley. It is considered the Italian Mont Saint-Michel.
Bois Sec and banks of the Roubion in Francillon
This is an easy walk to stretch your legs while enjoying a beautiful variety of landscapes: panoramic views of the majestic syncline of the Saou Forest, dry pine forests, the cool banks of the Roubion inviting you to take a dip, and even lavender fields to finish off before crossing the pretty village of Francillon.
Around Orcival, between Ardèche and Haute-Loire
A circular route for exploring the pretty Orcival valley, one of the first tributaries of the Loire. Part of the route is on a very quiet little road through the forest. Very pretty views of the Mézenc plateau.
The wild Loire at Issarlès
A magnificent discovery of the wild Loire and its tributary, the Orcival, hidden at the foot of Issarlès, with pretty pools, beautiful waterfalls and basalt cliffs. A short and easy hike, but one that still requires good footwear and a minimum of agility to navigate the sometimes slippery slabs along the banks of the Loire.
Roman road, Vachères Castle and Grand Knoll of Breysse
A scenic walk starting from Présailles to explore the many pastures and the lovely Bois de Breysse, Vachères Castle, and to walk in the footsteps of the Romans...
Route du Pont de l’Estaing
An easy route around Monastier-sur-Gazeille and Présailles, from the cool waters of the Gazeille at Pont de l’Estaing to the open air of the plateau, alternating between woodland and meadows. You’ll enjoy lovely views of the Mézenc and the other surrounding knolls.
The springs of Orcival
A beautiful circular hike, full of panoramic views, to discover the western part of the Mézenc plateau, with the Orcival, a tributary of the Loire, as your guide. Sometimes high up with the knolls as your horizon, sometimes flowing with the torrent as your guide, this is a hike in the heart of authentic Mézenc.
Please note that this route includes a section of approximately 400 m across pastures, off the beaten track, as well as several fords across the torrent. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.
Panoramic loop between Vachères, Cossanges and Alleyrac
A lovely hike with little elevation gain. In the distance, the peaks of Mézenc. Alternating meadows, pretty hamlets and forests. Château de Vachères at the start.
Le Rocher Tourte from La Roule
A long walk alternating between panoramic views and beautiful woodland, discovering the Rocher Tourte, the water tower for the neighbouring villages, but also a playground for climbers in summer and sled dogs in winter.