Coux walks

On this route, you will overlook the Ouvèze valley and walk along the Grads plateau, a unique natural area.

A short walk offering views of the Ouvèze Valley, Privas and, on a clear day, the Alps.

Apart from the distance, this is an easy hike on good trails through typical Ardèche landscapes. At the summit, there are beautiful views of the Rhône and Ouvèze valleys and, at the end of the walk, you can discover the famous Jaubernie caves, which served as troglodyte dwellings for Protestants driven out of Privas during the Wars of Religion.

Circular walk starting from the Champ de Mars in Privas. The walk takes you up to Liviers Castle via the Escaliers de Ternis, the Neuve bathing spot and the hamlet of Ladreyt. The descent follows a lovely path down to the hamlet of Villeneuve. On the way back, you can continue on to the Rocher de la Sorcière via Le Petit Tournon.

A magnificent circular walk from Alissas with a detour to the Gournier waterfall and a view of the Château de Rochessauve.

This route offers you the chance to visit a historic site, Château Bijou, the former Champ de Liourre silk mill, and to explore the Coiron Plateau.

A short walk through the woods, ideal in hot weather.

View of Flaviac and the Ouvèze valley on one side and Chomérac and the Vercors (on the horizon) on the other.

A magnificent walk through deciduous woodland offering beautiful panoramic views of the Monts d'Ardèche, the Ouvèze and Rhône valleys, and the Vercors.

A lovely family walk (for ages 4 and up) through the old town of Chomérac.

Starting from Pierre Plantée, this beautiful route offers magnificent panoramic views of Coiron, the Ouvèze and Mézayon valleys, Baronnies and Vercors. An interesting discovery is the site of the former Priory of Charray. Please note that some sections of the balcony trail may be uncomfortable for those prone to vertigo.

A lovely family walk along well-marked paths. Facilities for a lunch break along the route. Suitable even in summer as most of the walk takes place in the woods.

A lovely, easy hike that will allow you to discover Pranles' three remarkable sites (in season): the Moulin de Mandy, the Romanesque church and the Protestant Museum. It can be done with children aged around ten, provided they are fit enough to cover the distance. There are also beautiful views of the knolls and volcanoes and, further away, the Alps (in good weather).

A very beautiful hike offering exceptional and magnificent panoramic views of the Alps, Mont Blanc, Dévoluy, Vercors, etc., and allowing you to alternate between varied basalt and agricultural landscapes. You will also pass by the site of an ancient tomb, which is well worth a visit.

A short climb takes you to Les Grads and on to the ridges, followed by a gentle descent with views of the Saint-Julien chapel.

A very pleasant route through the Ardèche forest and its peaceful little hamlets. The omnipresent calm allows you to recharge your batteries and become one with nature.

This route will take you through the pretty hamlets of Saint-Symphorien and offer beautiful views of the Payre Valley.

This delightful walk will allow you to discover charming little hamlets surrounded by lush Mediterranean vegetation.

A beautiful loop in the hills above the Eyrieux Valley, where you can discover charming little hamlets and isolated houses in the purest Ardèche style.

This hike around the Lérou plateau will enchant you with its diverse views. This route will allow you to discover various geological phenomena: basalt blocks, basalt veins, etc.

This short route allows you to appreciate a different side of this area through the orchards as you gently climb above the Eyrieux valley. It continues through distinctly Mediterranean vegetation before winding its way down through a majestic forest where deciduous trees, thorny bushes and boxwood grow side by side.

Please note: moderator's note on 20 April 2024. - From (4), access to the ridge (5) is blocked. - On the return journey from (2), take the same route in reverse to reach (1). The alternative route is blocked. Note dated 05/05/24 The route has been modified. Depart from the cemetery car park to continue the route. Return along the same route as on the way there, as the path is now blocked. I hope to return in the summer of 2024 to improve this old route. Thank you for your feedback, and please be friendly to anyone you meet on the trail. In the heart of the Ardèche countryside, a route taking in the Serre de Gruas, the small village of Chambon-de-Bavas and the ruins of the Saint-Quintin farm. Panoramic views of the Drôme valley, the Trois Becs and the Vercors, and on the other side, the Monts d'Ardèche park. The hike can be shortened to 14/15 kilometres.

Short hike with panoramic views of the Monts d'Ardèche, Bois Laville and Vercors.

This circular loop above the Eyrieux leads to the pretty hamlet of Conjols and offers beautiful views of the Eyrieux Valley. Due to some steeper and stony sections before Conjols, this short walk has been rated as moderately difficult. The return journey is along beautiful paths and then the Voie Verte cycle path along the Eyrieux.

View of the Vercors on one side and panoramic view at the Serre de Gruas.

This walk offers a view overlooking the valley.It follows some very pretty paths.It follows part of the Dolce Via, along the river

This walk offers a viewpoint overlooking the valley. It follows some very pretty paths. It follows part of the Dolce Via, alongside the river.

This walk follows a lovely path – part of the Dolce Via – along the River Eyrieux.

This lovely, easy hike is suitable for families. The few châteaux near the trail will take you back in time, and you will be enchanted by the many views of the Chomérac valley and Saint-Lager-Bressac.

This walk offers a wide variety of scenery: in the Bressac woods you look down on the River Sichier, then on the ridge you have a magnificent view of the Saint-Vincent-de-Barrès valley.

A beautiful route offering magnificent panoramic views of the Coiron, the Ouvèze and Mézayon valleys, Baronnies and Vercors. An interesting discovery of the site of the former Priory of Charray.

A lovely route at the foot of the Ardèche mountains with views of the Alps.

A beautiful and varied hike in the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Nature Park. The superb site of the Rocher d'Ajoux.

A hike with beautiful views, passing through chestnut forests and overlooking the Rocher d'Ajoux. Well marked.

The hike is located on volcanic terrain, allowing you to approach the Rocher d'Ajoux, which is part of a lava flow. On the last section of the circular route, we follow a ridge line with panoramic views of the Alps.

The start of the route is flat on the Dolce Via, then climbs up paths and tracks through old terraced farms above the Eyrieux Valley. On the way, there is a short tarmac detour to the Belvédère de l'Eyrieux to enjoy the superb view. After passing two well-restored hamlets, a pleasant descent takes you to a beautiful little waterfall before returning to Moulinon.

A short, easy family walk offering a 360° view of the Rhône and the plains of the Drôme, in front of the foothills of the Diois and the Trois Becs.

The Serre de Lès offers a magnificent 360° panorama. The Alps, from Mont Ventoux to Mont Blanc, the Boutières, the Ardèche mountains and plateau, Rocher d'Abraham, the volcanic rock of Ajoux, the Chirouzes volcano, and the basalt flow of the hamlet of Chier.

A long and beautiful hike in the heart of the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Nature Park, offering beautiful panoramic views of the Vercors and Diois.The Dunière Gorges, the Eyrieux Valley, terraced landscapes, a beautiful variety of scenery showcasing the diversity of the Monts d'Ardèche.

A lovely hike along the ridges overlooking the Orsanne River. Numerous panoramic views, notably of Pic Lafont and the ruined feudal castle of Montagut (Mont Aigu), offering views of four valleys: Eyrieux, Glueyre, Orsanne and Auzène.

Before reaching the peaks, walk through the terraces, also known as faïsse or chalet, planted with chestnut trees and typical hamlets. The peaks offer an almost 360° view: the Alps, the Vercors and the Mézenc mountain range.

A short half-day outing. No major difficulties except for the short but intense descent around the climbing site. On the Combes trail and at the top of the climbing site, there are some very pretty views down onto the Eyrieux valley and the greenhouses opposite. On the way back, after Le Doulet, there is a pleasant walk along the river where waterfalls and pools follow one another in succession.

This walk will allow you to discover the many natural treasures of the Barrès massif. At the Duranne farm, take advantage of this peaceful spot to have a short break.

This hike will take you on a journey of discovery through holm oaks, downy oaks, Scots pines and maples, as well as many species introduced into the Barrès Forest, such as black pines, Atlas cedars, Mediterranean firs and Douglas firs.

A lovely circular route starting from Saint-Fortunat-sur-Eyrieux leading to the Col d’Aurelle (582 m) through woods of holm oaks, pines and chestnut trees. The climb offers beautiful views over the Eyrieux Valley. The return route via the hamlets of Crumière and Le Cros allows you to discover the rural heritage of the Ardèche.

Walk along the slopes of the Eyrieux Valley through woods of juniper, oak and pine trees.Moderator's note. (!) Old hike and description a little too brief, see reviews for additional information.