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Dancé walks
Circular walk through the Cierve woods via the Pêt de l'Âne, starting from Dancé.
Visorando Member
3.45 mi
+636 ft
-617 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Dancé (Loire)
Starting from Dancé church, head for the Pêt de l'Âne, a magnificent viewpoint over the longest meander of the Loire. Here you will find the marked hiking trails along the banks of the Loire. You can return via the Cierve woods, which have beautiful undergrowth. From the path leading to La Madone, there is a beautiful panoramic view: to the east, the Monts du Lyonnais; to the south, the Monts du Pilat; and to the west, the Monts du Forez with Pierre-sur-Haute and the Monts de la Madeleine.
Isable Valley and Padègue Viaduct in Saint-Polgues
6.93 mi
+774 ft
-791 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Polgues (Loire)
A pleasant hike along the Isable river, passing by the Padègue viaduct.
Le circuit de l'Aix par la campagne de Saint-Julien-d'Oddes
7.53 mi
+4,652 ft
-4,836 ft
7h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-d'Oddes (Loire)
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.
A hilly circular walk starting from Le Ménard
7.53 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,286 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-Saint-Maurice-sur-Loire (Loire)
This varied walk offers some stunning views over the Roannaise plain and the Beaujolais hills.
Banks of the Loire near Pinay and Saint-Jodard
4.90 mi
+830 ft
-827 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jodard (Loire)
A beautiful walk offering views of the Loire upstream from the Villerest Dam, with a glimpse of the Château de la Roche. It is not particularly difficult, but half of it is along the road, especially between Pinay, Saint-Jodard and the return to La Vourdiat.
The banks of the Loire offer some good spots for a picnic and a quiet break (so please respect the fishermen who are also enjoying the same setting).
Along the Aix to Grézolles
5.23 mi
+495 ft
-469 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Grézolles (Loire)
Walk in Grézolles, along the Aix, to the Moulin du Gué, then back to the village after a visit to the Sainte-Barbe Chapel.
Les Monts de la Madeleine (Villemontais)
5.62 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,148 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Villemontais (Loire)
Walk in the Monts de la Madeleine between Villemontais and Chérier.
15/05/2024: Route modified to avoid passing through private property at Ripouroux.
Circular loop starting from Les Moulins Chérier
11.13 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,680 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cherier (Loire)
A beautiful walk alternating between open views and paths along the Isable river.
The Monts de la Madeleine near Cherier
Association / Club / Walk leader
16.13 mi
+2,484 ft
-2,470 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Cherier (Loire)
A very varied route linking two villages, climbing to the highest point (1,155 m), alternating between long, steady climbs and flat, rolling sections at altitude, with stunning views. Red mountain bike markings on a white background.
Between agriculture and heritage in Saint-Marcel-d'Urfé
11.77 mi
+1,969 ft
-1,978 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Marcel-d'Urfé (Loire)
A hike to an altitude of nearly 1,000 metres, through a farming landscape where you will encounter ancient heritage.
Circular Cornes d'Urfé starting from Saint-Marcel d'Urfé
9.92 mi
+1,883 ft
-1,893 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Marcel-d'Urfé (Loire)
Circular through the countryside and forest to discover Les Cornes d'Urfé.
Route of the castle in Saint-Marcel-de-Félines
5.93 mi
+925 ft
-932 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Marcel-de-Félines (Loire)
The route, which starts at the castle, winds through the Félino countryside, passing the Pont des Bonnets and the narrow-gauge railway line, then continues past the mill between the river and the forest.
The Gorge du Désert and the Châtelus from Saint-Alban-les-Eaux
4.32 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,161 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Alban-les-Eaux (Loire)
Starting from the village of Saint-Alban-les-Eaux, known for its sparkling mineral springs, this route passes via La Madone and the Montouse Dam to reach the Gorges du Désert and the waterfall. Views from Le Châtelus and the viewpoint on the way back.
The Gorge du Désert, starting from Saint-Alban-les-Eaux
2.72 mi
+636 ft
-614 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Alban-les-Eaux (Loire)
Starting from the village of Saint-Alban-Les-Eaux, known for its carbonated springs, this route passes via La Madone and the Montouse Dam before continuing on to the Gorge du Désert. It allows you to reach the waterfall without too much difficulty and then return to the village via Le Châtelus.
Roannaise coast and mountains
50.15 mi
+7,923 ft
-7,907 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Cherier (Loire)
A 4-day hiking tour from lodge to lodge in the Monts de la Madeleine (low mountain range) west of the town of Roanne. Immerse yourself in nature, often still wild, by taking as many small paths as possible.
From Point du Jour to Saint-Haon-le-Châtel
14.49 mi
+1,686 ft
-3,130 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Cherier (Loire)
Departure from a high point in the Monts de la Madeleine, in Cherier, at a place called Le Point du Jour (870 m, 14-bed stopover lodge with meals) to descend to the Côte Roannaise, cross its vine-covered hillsides and arrive at the medieval village of Saint-Haon-le-Châtel (14-bed stopover lodge with meals). This route gives priority to small paths with no motor vehicle traffic and beautiful views of the Roanne plain.
