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Loop on the heights of Mont Pilat

An easy walk to enjoy as a family. Very popular in summer, it is worth the detour to admire the panoramic view over the Alps and the summits of Mont Blanc, the Lyonnais mountains and the Giers valley, the Vercors massif and those of northern Vivarais. With a wealth of flowers in spring, you can gather bilberries in August and raspberries in September. Unless you choose to go ski touring or cross-country skiing here in winter.
Les Trois Dents from Véranne

This hike allows you to discover the Trois Dents rocks, which give this area of Pilat an alpine character and offer magnificent views. As an option, the Saint-Sabin chapel offers a beautiful view of the Véranne area. The Pilat Natural Park's signposts and directional signs will be a great help in following the route.
From Crêt de l’Oeillon to Crêt de la Perdrix

An easy hike along the ridges of Pilat linking three major summits, via trails through forests and moors. Along the way we discover magnificent views of the Alps, the Massif Central and the Rhône Valley.
The medieval village of Malleval and the diversity of its surroundings

Start by exploring a botanical cactus trail, then climb up to the cemetery and enjoy the view.
Follow the cool Épervier stream upstream.
Discover wooded paths followed by sunny trails with superb 360° views, then descend through the vineyards.
Finish by discovering the Saut de Laurette.
Return via the old village (church, salt storehouse, former commandery) and the trails.
The Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez

Hike in the Pilat Massif with views of the Rhône Valley.
Loire Gorges and Plateau de la Danse from Saint-Victor sur Loire

This is a challenging hike with significant elevation gain, but the beautiful panoramas and views of this little-known region are well worth the effort.
The Dentillon hut from Pelussin

This walk starts in Pelussin (in the heart of Pilat) and offers a gentle climb (just under 600m) to keep you in shape, rising steadily throughout. You will arrive at the Dentillon hut, with its arboretum and orientation table. You can then continue on to the 3 dents, which takes an additional 45 minutes and 250m of elevation gain.
The Gouffre d'Enfer

A walk at the gateway to the Pilat mountains to discover the Lac du Pas du Riot and two dams built under Napoleon III.
This walk is easy, suitable for families and without difficulty. The hardest part is climbing the 52 steps of the dam.
Variation around the Pilat ridges

This is a lovely hike for exploring the Pilat ridges, with superb panoramic views of the entire Alpine range. The route takes you through a variety of landscapes, from scree slopes to coniferous forests and heathland covered with heather and broom. In season, you can pick wild raspberries and blueberries.
This route offers a return via a less frequented path through a deciduous forest.
Pilat - From Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez to Longes

This hike takes us to Les Roches de Marlin, which is somewhat overgrown with broom and other vegetation, and the beautiful flower-filled village of Longes. Don't forget to enjoy the beautiful views of the Gier valley and the crosses at almost every crossroads.
The Saint-Sabin chapel from Saint-Appolinard

Another original way to get to this beautiful viewpoint that is the Saint-Sabin chapel on a small bluff in the heart of the Pilat Park, pouring into the Rhône Valley, with some of the best views of the Alps and pre-Alps (especially across the south). At the chapel, many signs and indications tell the story of the place and its flora.
Maisonette - the Rivollier via the relay antennae

Family-friendly walk in the hills of Saint-Héand among the horses and cows.
Stroll along the Canal du Forez

An open-to-the-sky Sunday stroll in the sun Canal du Forez.
Trek around Saint-Joseph - Le Mas

This hike is primarily along clear paths with views over le Pilat and Sainte-Catherine. An easy trek with some slight up and downhill slopes. Be careful, as non-stone tracks can get muddy in the rainy season.
La Roche - Nus from Marieux station

A walk through Forez on waymarked trails.
Saint-Christo-en-Jarez - Marcenod - L'Hôpital

A circuit primarily on small paved and sunny roads.
Around Fontanès, on the west side
Beautiful route along the ridges around the village of Fontanès. Free parking in the castle grounds.
Le circuit de l'Aix par la campagne de Saint-Julien-d'Oddes
Ce circuit parcours la campagne de Saint-Julien-d'Oddes au milieu d'une végétation luxuriante. La Rivière l'Aix nous accompagne jusqu'à la centrale hydroélectrique de Chizonnet.
Aigue-Blanche circuit in Saint-Hilaire-Cusson-la-Valmitte
Created by the Aigue-Blanche walking association in the commune of Saint-Hilaire-Cusson-la-Valmitte, this hiking trail offers a comprehensive tour of our local heritage. Between rivers, forests, hamlets and old stone buildings, discover the natural treasures of our region and immerse yourself in its biodiversity.
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