From La Garde-Guérin to the Chassezac Gorges - return via the Roure plateau

Date of walk : May 07, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

Completed in 5 hours with breaks

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Date of walk : Jan 05, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

A beautiful hike, completed on 16 December 2024 in unfavourable conditions (2 degrees, cold wind, light sleet, slippery ground in places...) but in magnificent surroundings. The descent to the Chassezac from the GG was a little vertiginous, then we crossed a nearly new rope and wood bridge; finally, a steep climb back up to the villages of Chalmette and Roure. The end of the route was peaceful via the GG golf course. A real treat!

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Date of walk : Sep 11, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Hike completed within the specified time on 12 September 2024 in mixed weather without rain, clockwise to tackle the difficult sections at the start.
With a variety of atmospheres, terrain, paths and panoramic views, this hike is magnificent.
The descent is steep but accessible.
The rope bridge is new.
However, the start of the climb on the opposite slope is very tricky, too difficult for elderly people or young children (it's better to go anti-clockwise, as descending this section is tough!). To make matters worse, a lot of water was running down this very steep section.
A handrail was installed at the beginning, but it would be a good idea to add more until you reach the small water channel a little further up.
The rest of the climb offers a mystical forest atmosphere, and the return via the plateau and the various small hamlets is a nice reward for the effort made at the start of the route.
Be careful, after Roure, there are two marked paths that branch off to the left. The first one takes you back down to the bottom of the gorge, which is not the same elevation!
Thank you

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Date of walk : Sep 11, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Very good course in very hot weather

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Date of walk : May 27, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Very few people around, even though it was Pentecost Sunday, but this should be put into perspective given the stormy weather
The passage after the footbridge is a little tricky and must be taken in the direction described

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Date of walk : Nov 20, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

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Date of walk : Jul 07, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

please note that the times given are for experienced hikers in good physical condition. We took twice as long (but we took our time).

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Date of walk : Aug 29, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

We did this hike on Monday, 30 August 2021.
It is a very beautiful hike, the descent into the Chassezac Gorges and the climb up to the plateau are gradual and therefore not difficult. The short break on the banks of the Chassezac was a real treat, even though we didn't go swimming (the water was a little too cold for us)
We were a little apprehensive about the return trip from the plateau to La Garde Guérin because we thought it would be monotonous, but it was actually very pleasant. The blackberries along the way were delicious, and the hamlet of Le Roure was magnificent, as was La Garde Guérin.
Thank you for suggesting this hike. We'll definitely do it again soon to enjoy the autumn colours.

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Date of walk : Aug 09, 2021
Reliability of the description : N/A
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

This hike was magnificent, although physically demanding in the middle of summer during the descent into the gorges. I recommend doing the loop in the direction described and not in reverse. The path is well marked.
At first, the hike through the countryside isn't particularly impressive. Then you descend to the banks of the Chassezac, where you can take a break in the peace and quiet by the water. As you cross the Roure plateau, you will enjoy a beautiful panoramic view. As you descend into the gorge, you will see beautiful waterfalls, a suspension bridge and lovely clear pools where you can swim. I recommend taking the time to recharge your batteries here and cool off a little in the summer heat before tackling the steep climb back up. BEWARE, a good half of the route is not in the shade, so take precautions in summer.

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From Villefort Lake, 580 metres of elevation gain seems a bit low to me...

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Date of walk : Jul 24, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Very interesting route
i should point out that the elevation gain is around 580 m
But that's not a problem
Superb

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Date of walk : Jun 11, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

We set off from Lac de Villefort, heading towards La Garde Guerin, and then we did the circuit with a slight variation: at the village of Le Roure, we followed the signs for "La Garde Guerin".
The route is approximately 18 km long and does not require any particular technical skills. It is very well signposted (impossible to get lost) and crosses the Chassezac twice, once on a suspension bridge and once by hopping from rock to rock.
Elevation gain: 800 m, elevation loss: 800 m, hike time: 4 hours 50 minutes (including lunch and lots of photos)
We were very surprised not to meet any other hikers on this loop, which is well worth the trip for the beauty of the Chassezac Gorges and Lake Villefort.
Highly recommended hike.

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Date of walk : Feb 27, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A lovely route with a few steep sections but no technical difficulties.
Very beautiful section on a suspension bridge over the river and large rocks in the sun for a picnic by the river

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Date of walk : Aug 26, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Hello
Thanks for this wonderful route, the gorges are truly superb
The route is quite difficult, about 12 km, but so beautiful, and we didn't lose the trail with our phones
i was able to swim in the river (which was cool) and I can confirm the water source near the village of La Chalmette, which was very welcome.
And to finish off in style, a nice beer on the terrace at La Garde Guerin

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The trail you mention, which descends into the gorges, is certainly much more attractive, but there is a significant risk of not being able to cross the Chassezac depending on the time of year or if there has been heavy rain in the days leading up to the hike.
Thank you for pointing out the water source near the village of La Chalmette.

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