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Andance walks
On the heights around Andance
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6.62 mi
+794 ft
-768 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Andance (Ardèche)
Hike along the banks of the Rhône and on the heights overlooking the Rhône valley, around the village of Andance. This walk offers beautiful views overlooking the valley of this majestic river.
Notre-Dame du Châtelet in Saint-Désirat
2.93 mi
+679 ft
-669 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Désirat (Ardèche)
A short, easy walk overlooking Saint-Désirat and the Rhône valley, taking you to the statue of Notre-Dame du Châtelet and the truffle fields. From the paragliding launch site with its orientation table, there is a superb view of the Rhône. The descent is through vineyards and orchards.
Lac de Vert, tunnels and viaduct from Talencieux
9.58 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,145 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Talencieux (Ardèche)
Starting from Talencieux, the route passes by Lac de Vert, then the Midon tunnel and a short detour through the countryside before returning to the old railway line to cross the Thorrenc Viaduct, the Thorrenc Tunnel and the Thorrenson Viaduct. Don't forget a headlamp or other light for crossing the two tunnels.
The Cance Valley starting from Talencieux
11.73 mi
+1,867 ft
-1,877 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Talencieux (Ardèche)
This hike will take you to the Cance Valley, where beautiful wild landscapes await you.
You will need to descend into the Cance Valley, the Combes Druisseau de la Goueille, de la Manoha and the Pralong stream. And of course, you will need to climb back up, which makes this hike varied and challenging at the same time.
You will learn a little history as you pass by the ruins of Oriol Castle.
(Please read the practical information section for a warning about a landslide on this route.)
Thorrenc, castle, tunnel and viaducts
5.40 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,063 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Thorrenc (Ardèche)
Charming village with a beautiful castle (private), a large viaduct from an old railway line that ran from Firminy to Saint-Rambert d'Albon.
The two tunnels of Thorrenc and Lac de Vert
6.18 mi
+997 ft
-965 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Thorrenc (Ardèche)
Set off to explore Thorrenc, a tiny picturesque village with a medieval feel, as well as the tunnel of an old regional railway line and, finally, the beautiful Lac de Vert!
Roche Péréandre route starting from Thorrenc
13.12 mi
+2,152 ft
-2,123 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Thorrenc (Ardèche)
Hike in the Cance Valley. Crossing small bridges over the river, you will arrive at Roche Péréandre, which I am sure will amaze you if you have never seen it before.
Your adventurous spirit will lead you through the old railway tunnel and over the Thorrenc viaduct without hesitation.
Thorrenc Castle - Lac de Vert
7.65 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,214 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Thorrenc (Ardèche)
This hike will test your sense of direction, because nothing looks more like a dirt track than another dirt track.
A varied route with beautiful views of the Ardèche and Loire (Loire 42) peaks from the Vernos plateau.
The banks of the Rhône and the hills around Champagne
5.80 mi
+719 ft
-722 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Champagne (Ardèche)
A short walk, yet very varied, as it takes you along the banks of the Rhône, up onto the plateau via a heavily wooded path, through the plateau’s farmland, back down into the heart of the Saint-Désirat vineyards, and finishes on the old railway line linking Saint-Rambert d’Albon to Vernosc-lès-Annonay. This walk may be of interest to young children aged 6 to 12.
The description was updated on 13 September 2020 and should no longer cause any issues
The Balconies of Champagne
9.27 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,266 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Champagne (Ardèche)
A lovely walk from the beautiful church in Champagne, taking in the abbey, the old railway line, the Roman bridge and the vineyards of Saint-Joseph.
D'Albon au sud d'Anneyron
6.52 mi
+682 ft
-692 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Albon (Drôme)
With beautiful views of the Rhône Valley and the plain to the north, this route follows part of the existing mountain bike trails. It has long been known to walkers, but it is different from the most popular route, particularly between (7) and (10).Suitable for all seasons.TO ALL HIKERS WHO FOLLOW MY HIKES, you can post photos indicating the location on the route.
From Chante Caille north of Champagne aux Granges to Saint Désirat
6.81 mi
+262 ft
-266 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Peyraud (Ardèche)
A lovely walk offering views of the Rhône Valley. Plenty of vineyards on the hillsides, where every square metre is precious. Part of the route follows the embankment of an old freight railway line.
From Sarras to Ardoix through forests and streams to the north, then the southern ridge.
11.77 mi
+2,169 ft
-2,165 ft
7h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sarras (Ardèche)
A rural hike along small paths that run alongside streams on the right bank of the Cance valley to near Ardoix and back via the classic ridge route leading back to Sarras.
Loop in the Ay Valley starting from Sarras
8.84 mi
+1,490 ft
-1,480 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sarras (Ardèche)
On the outskirts of Sarras, the Ay river winds its way through a gorge that can be seen from certain points along the route, offering beautiful views of a unique landscape of cliffs and rocks.