La Bachasse on the edge of the artificial lake at Grangent

An easy, mostly shaded walk with beautiful views of Lake Grangent at the start and the rest in the forest. The route is dotted with informative and entertaining signs about the flora and fauna. The site is currently being restored to a natural forest after being planted with Douglas firs in the last century. Ideal for family walks and/or hot weather.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 4.77 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 45 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 141 m
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    Descent: - 146 m

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    Highest point: 559 m
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    Lowest point: 422 m

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Description of the walk

Park near the Maison de la Réserve north of Condamine (Saint-Victor-sur-Loire / Saint-Etienne)

(S/E) Set off along the path blocked by a barrier. Almost immediately, take a path on the left across fields and then into the woods. Reach the rocky promontories offering superb views of Lake Grangent and the Loire Gorges.

(1) Continue along the path that descends north-northwest and overlooks the lake to the confluence of the Grangent stream, which flows into the lake.

(2) Continue right on the path that climbs gently into the woods along the stream. At a fork, turn right and climb up another stream heading south. You will reach a crossroads.

(3) Stay on the right side of the stream. Follow the signs for "Grand Bois".

(4) At Grand Bois, ignore the direction of Le Bréat and continue on the same path, which turns and makes two bends to head north. Then zigzag through the clearing to return to the Maison de la Réserve (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 559 m - Maison de la Réserve car park
  2. 1 : km 0.44 - alt. 553 m - Promontories
  3. 2 : km 1.22 - alt. 440 m - Grangent stream
  4. 3 : km 2.42 - alt. 473 m - Trail junction
  5. 4 : km 3.21 - alt. 526 m - Grand Bois
  6. S/E : km 4.77 - alt. 559 m - Maison de la Réserve car park

Worth a visit

Informative and entertaining signs along the way: identify trees, wildlife, etc.

Reviews and comments

4.4 / 5
Based on 13 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.3 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.5 / 5
apaloosa55
apaloosa55

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 05, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely short walk with beautiful views. No difficulty

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chouchoudori
chouchoudori

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 19, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful route, very well marked with stunning views.

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Steeve42
Steeve42

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 05, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Just a slight problem finding the start. So we did the route in reverse. Otherwise, no problems, interesting route.

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Milbac
Milbac

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 22, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We were surprised by the difficulty, which was much greater than described, but this hike turned into a real challenge that we enjoyed taking on, while enjoying the magnificent scenery and the coolness provided by the trees.

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Yann Frmtx
Yann Frmtx

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 29, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Very good! A must-do!

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ASEB Marche-loisir
ASEB Marche-loisir

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 03, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk with a beautiful view of Lake Grangent, requiring a little caution on the descent after the viewpoint.
One small detail: at the start, the path to take on the left is BEFORE the barrier.
By the way, the cruise meal after the walk is a great idea!

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GrumGrum
GrumGrum

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 12, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Hike mainly through woodland, ideal in hot weather.
The beginning is the most interesting part, with superb views of the Loire, the dam and the châteaux of St-Victor and Chambles from above. Be careful, as the descent is a little tricky (stones, roots and slippery) and a little dangerous for older people or those who are unsteady on their feet. Good shoes and a walking stick or hand-holding are highly recommended in this case.
The rest of the route is not particularly difficult, but there is nothing of particular interest. There are quite a few mosquitoes (quite aggressive) towards the bottom of the route and its water sources, at least in summer.

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ASEB Marche-Loisirs
ASEB Marche-Loisirs

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 19, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant short walk to do before the cruise on Lake Grangent

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ASEB Marche-Loisirs
ASEB Marche-Loisirs

Hello,
We have planned to do this short hike on Saturday, 17 September 2022, before the cruise dinner in Saint-Victor-sur-Loire with our association.
I will let you know my decision after that date.
Kind regards
Hermance MARLIER

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Lilinoute42
Lilinoute42

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 04, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely, enjoyable family hike. No particular difficulties.
Quite a few hikers and paths available to extend the route.

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Phildelafouillouse
Phildelafouillouse

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 08, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Beautiful scenery overlooking the Loire River and the dam. Various picnic spots available halfway along the route. Suitable for families. Very pleasant.

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CHRISTAUX
CHRISTAUX
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 15, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Best done in summer as much of the route is shaded, which is very pleasant.

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st hil
st hil

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 10, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A superb walk with questions along the way, great even for children, magnificent views over the reservoir. Just a word about the signposting, which sometimes changes colour. It's worth mentioning that it's better to walk in this direction because some of the trails from the nature reserve are backwards... And above all, point out a shorter return route via a path that branches off to the right for those who are short on time or energy!

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Elodie.42
Elodie.42

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 21, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

A pleasant route for a short outing near Saint-Etienne Please note that at (3), the sign for "Grand bois" has disappeared: you must now follow the signs for "Le Bréat".

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