Valgorge circular loop

A very pleasant circular route along the hillsides, particularly in hot weather as it is mostly shaded, with the opportunity to enjoy a nice swim at "La Baume" (or Beaume).
Old chestnut plantations, cobbled paths, terraces and landscapes characteristic of the Ardèche make this walk an opportunity to discover the region without any major difficulty.
This route follows yellow markings with fitness equipment that is no longer maintained.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 3.55 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 30 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 160 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 159 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 645 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 523 m

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Description of the walk

Start at the boules court (parking available) located just below the village on the small road on the left just before the retirement home (going up the D24).

(S/E) Turn left as you leave the boules court onto the road that goes downhill and cross the river "la Baume".

(1) Just after the bridge, turn right onto the path that climbs the hill (follow the yellow markings throughout the route). From this point, the path winds through the forest, passes through a valley and leads to a bridge over La Baume.

(2) At the bridge, you can swim in the natural pools below (the area does not seem to be very busy). After the bridge, join the road (D24) by passing between the houses, turn right to return towards the wash house (located on the left as you descend onto the D24) and take the stone path on the left that climbs up the other side of the valley (a pretty stone path with terraces and old chestnut trees).

(3) This path takes you to the highest point of the walk with a very pretty view of the valley. From there, descend following the signs to the place called "Le Fraysse". Cross the "Rieu Pourchier" on a small wooden bridge.

(4) Take the old stone path that leads back to the village (much more pleasant than the road).
Once in the village, follow the D24 on the right to return to the starting point (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 555 m - Place du Boulodrome
  2. 1 : km 0.42 - alt. 537 m - First bridge over the - Beaume (rivière)
  3. 2 : km 1.47 - alt. 578 m - Second bridge (swimming) on the - Beaume (rivière)
  4. 3 : km 2.01 - alt. 643 m - Highest point
  5. 4 : km 2.9 - alt. 611 m - Path parallel to the road
  6. S/E : km 3.55 - alt. 555 m - Place du Boulodrome

Notes

(4) At this point, it is possible to follow the road.

No particular difficulties, but be sure to wear good shoes.
Hike completed in summer in very hot weather; the shade was very welcome.
Bring water; the small grocery shop in the village is not always open.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 6 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.8 / 5
Flomima
Flomima

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 04, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Superb hike through the woods, ideal in this heatwave 😉
Several fairly easy fords to cross
Picnic area available at the boules court car park

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guydecoster
guydecoster

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 09, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Superb walk
Very well signposted

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Chaton 26
Chaton 26

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 26, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A shaded, peaceful route where you can combine walking, swimming and blackberry picking at the end of summer. Two completely different landscapes on either side of the valley. Great for strollers and light walkers.

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Herzou
Herzou

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 10, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent walk, you feel like you're in a druid forest outside of time. Very, very beautiful.

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Annie G.
Annie G.

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 10, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely, shaded walk

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DanPartage
DanPartage

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 04, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike, which follows the Druids' Trail, very well marked!
Plenty of shade and great photo opportunities <3

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AERDEMAN
AERDEMAN

Hike on hold, not yet completed.

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