Stroll between Farnay and Vergelas

A short walk to do with children (but not with a pushchair!). The start is quite steep for little ones, but the rest is fairly easy.

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n°172757

Creation:
07 Nov 2015

Last update:
27 Jan 2022

Last review:
10 Jun 2024

Activity: Walking
Distance: 4.62 km
Average duration: 1h 40
Difficulty: Easy
Back to start: Yes
Ascent: + 135 m
Descent: - 140 m
Highest point: 603 m
Lowest point: 467 m

Country: France
Areas: Massif central, Massif du Pilat
District: Farnay (42320)
Start/End: N 45.4882° / E 4.59664°
IGN map(s): Ref. 2933ET
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Description of the walk

The hike begins at the top of Chemin de la Sainte, below the water tanks.

(S/E) At the top of Chemin de la Sainte, climb the path in front of you (south), to the right of the reservoirs. This is the climb up to the promenade.

(1) Almost at the top of the path, at the fork under the high-voltage line, turn slightly left. You will arrive at the statue of the Virgin Mary.

(2) Continue straight ahead (south-east) until you reach a large crossroads with a picnic table.

(3) Turn right to descend towards Vergelas. Follow the main path to save time between farms. When you reach the tarmac road in Vergelas, turn left, then right and right again.
After a few minutes, at the end of the village, look for a path leading off to the right.

(4) Follow this path. Turn left at the first fork, then right at the next one. Once you have passed the power line, you will come to a crossroads; go straight ahead. Pass a relay (telephone?) and you will arrive at the Croix des Rameaux.

(5) Take the path on the right. After a few more minutes, you will arrive at the starting point (S/E).

Waypoints

S/E : km 0 - alt. 487 m - Chemin de Sainte car park
1 : km 0.43 - alt. 547 m - HT line
2 : km 0.56 - alt. 567 m - Statue of the Virgin Mary
3 : km 1.56 - alt. 589 m - Descent
4 : km 2.75 - alt. 480 m - Vergelas exit
5 : km 4.37 - alt. 468 m - Croix des Rameaux
S/E : km 4.61 - alt. 487 m - Chemin de Sainte car park

Notes

(S/E) I recommend parking on Rue de la Croix des Rameaux, near the sports fields, and walking to Chemin de la Sainte.

(5) If you are parked on Rue de la Croix des Rameaux, continue straight ahead on Rue de la Condamine to return to your vehicle.

Worth a visit

Things to see:
- the statue of the Virgin Mary,
- the broom in bloom in late spring,
- some pretty scenery.

Reviews and comments

4.5 / 5

Based on 12 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.3 / 5

Ease of following the route
4.6 / 5

Route interest
4.8 / 5

Didier Brut

10 Jun 2024 at 11:02 7200

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

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

Nice little hike with beautiful views

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dougere

26 Jan 2022 at 18:53 3600 • Edited: 26 Jan 2022 at 18:56 3600

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 26, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Despite the cold, we really enjoyed this walk. As we climbed, we emerged from the fog and the sun was shining all along the ridge. The return journey was along slightly muddy paths, but the sun shining through the fog created a very pleasant atmosphere. We will return when the broom is in bloom.
You can start from Vergelas, which has plenty of parking space.

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Philippe-aleks

15 Mar 2021 at 10:58 3600

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 15, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We started the route at Farnay Stadium, and I must say that the climb is very steep for people of average or poor physical condition... It's probably better to do it the other way around, even if it's a longer climb, as it's less brutal...
Of course, the climb from the stadium isn't very long, but it's still not as easy as the comments might suggest... So if you're like me, i.e. not particularly fit (I weigh 147kg), you can definitely do it, but don't rely on the time indicated. Take your time and don't push yourself!
The circular is pleasant and the view after the statue of the Virgin Mary is superb...
We passed about thirty hikers, all coming in the opposite direction...
The weather was also very favourable.

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danygilles

29 Jun 2020 at 11:37 7200

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 27, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Please note: Very steep climb at the start, which is difficult for children. Otherwise, after "La Madone", it is a pleasant route that is more suited to a leisurely stroll.

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Enzolito42

21 May 2020 at 15:57 7200

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 21, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Consider parking near Farnay Stadium and walking to the start of the trail (about 5 minutes). The climb is surprising, but once you're past it, the trail is very pleasant. The walk takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes. Following the directions via the app is easy and very detailed. I recommend this walk. However, it is not suitable for very young children.

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pmgp

09 Sep 2018 at 10:53 7200

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 09, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

I tracked my location on the GPS, no worries. A superb walk with beautiful scenery. Thank you for this discovery.

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rachelvray

04 Jun 2017 at 19:23 7200

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 04, 2017
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

We started from the stadium.
We did it the other way round, as suggested in a comment, and it was actually better with the children as it meant they didn't get discouraged!
A very pleasant walk in any case.

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Mokagnès

22 May 2017 at 10:12 7200

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 21, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Superb walk, magnificent views, I loved it. The route is well marked, as I managed to complete the loop without getting lost, so it's perfect.
I'll definitely be doing it again soon.

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gloriamaris

24 Apr 2017 at 13:48 7200

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 24, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

A pleasant short hike for the whole family. Suitable for young and old alike. Beautiful views. Watch out for the impressive number of processionary caterpillars littering the ground at the beginning of spring. They are all located at the foot of the pine forest just after the summit as you begin the descent.
Thank you.

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duncan069

17 May 2016 at 20:00 7200

Hello
I admit I don't mark out the routes
Otherwise, I'm curious to know what's wrong with the route. I took the GPS track during the walk and then adapted it to the IGN map and the satellite...
Or is it that my adaptation is incorrect?
Kind regards

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bibi

17 May 2016 at 14:16 7200

No markings, but was the description sufficient?
Be careful not to take the quality of the signposting into account when rating the description...

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badou1954

17 May 2016 at 11:45 7200

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 16, 2016
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Parish specific to Brittany hike, but no small directional signs, otherwise very, very good.

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missdoli

16 May 2016 at 11:50 7200

It's true that the beginning calms you down straight away!!!!!! But it's a great ride!!!!

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MAFARELI

16 May 2016 at 10:11 7200

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 16, 2016
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Perfect hike for families with children. However, it is preferable to do it in the opposite direction to that recommended by Viso, as the climb at the start is quite difficult for children.

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missdoli

28 Mar 2016 at 09:46 7200

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 22, 2016
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A parish-specific to Brittany walk along the paths in the hills above Farnay, pleasant when walking with your dogs.

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