Above Vogüe

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A short circular loop above Vogüe, for an easy late-afternoon stroll (though with a bit of an incline) amidst the holm oaks.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 2.05 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 0h 50 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 85 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 86 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 248 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 155 m
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Description of the walk

Park in the large car park in Vogüe, clearly signposted on the left after crossing the bridge over the Ardèche.

(S/E) At the far end of the car park, take the steps leading to the Allée du Château. Continue to the left, with your back to the castle. The road climbs and bends to the right. 50 m after the bend, leave the road and follow the path to the left, marked in yellow and white, for approximately 900 m.

(1) Take the path on the right, leaving the yellow and white markings. The path runs alongside a low stone wall. Follow it for 300 m.

(2) Continue to the right on the path marked in yellow and white, which descends towards Vogüe.

(3) Take the path on the right that descends towards the village centre. At the end, turn left towards the church, go round it on the right, then follow the road on the right which leads to the car park where you started (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 163 m - Car park after the bridge - Ardèche
  2. 1 : km 0.87 - alt. 248 m - The yellow and white markings end; turn right
  3. 2 : km 1.2 - alt. 240 m - The signposting resumes on the right
  4. 3 : km 1.72 - alt. 187 m - Turn right towards the village centre
  5. S/E : km 2.05 - alt. 162 m - Car park

Notes

The path is wide, with no hidden hazards but quite stony. It is advisable to wear shoes with good soles.

(3) You can take a detour to the left to the Saint-Cerice Chapel: beautiful views over the village rooftops, the castle and the Ardèche.

Worth a visit

The village of Vogüe, one of the "most beautiful villages in France", is a feast for the eyes with its medieval streets.
The castle (private) is open to visitors.

Reviews and comments

4.4 / 5
Based on 5 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.4 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.4 / 5
Route interest
4.4 / 5
Krista
Krista

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 25, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant, easy hike. Suitable for all.

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frantz840
frantz840

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 07, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A short, easy hike that is very pretty and perfect for exploring the village.
The numerous viewpoints make for a pleasant outing, which can easily be extended with a visit to the castle.

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colibri48
colibri48

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 04, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A pleasant short walk through the heath, which can be extended before returning to the village by passing by the chapel and the quarry (a detour of about 1 km).

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ClémentT
ClémentT

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : May 13, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant circular route to round off your visit to Vogüé if you don’t have time for the other longer hikes in the area (> 2 hours). The route is easy to follow (even if the markings are sometimes lacking), quite unspoilt and offers lovely views.

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GARCES
GARCES

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 28, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

It’s a lovely short walk suitable for children.
The route description is very detailed.
One downside, however: some of the markings (yellow, white) are missing compared to those indicated in the description.

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