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The Saint-Vincent Rock
Visorando Member
5.10 mi
+738 ft
-738 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Lavoine (Allier)
Winding its way between forests and pastures, this walk leads to the foot of Rocher Saint-Vincent, the protective power of Lavoine and the Sichon valley.
From the Loge des Gardes to Point du Jour
Association / Club / Walk leader
11.96 mi
+1,368 ft
-2,044 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Laprugne (Allier)
Departure from the Loge des Gardes sports centre. Start the day in the beautiful beech undergrowth of the Assise State Forest, above 1,000 metres altitude, before descending to the more open plateaus of La Tuilière and Cherier, with beautiful views. End at the Refuge du Point du Jour lodge (overnight stay and meals made with farm produce) (altitude 870 metres).
From Pierre Châtel to the Druidic Stone
12.38 mi
+2,664 ft
-2,671 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-des-Biefs (Allier)
This hike takes us through the woods of Pierre Châtel (Saint-Nicolas-des-leat) to the Druidic Stone (Loge des Gardes). The return journey takes us through isolated hamlets and farms.
Peat bog on the Verrerie plateau
4.34 mi
+476 ft
-453 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-des-Biefs (Allier)
This walk takes us through woods to the Verrerie plateau and its peat bog.
Pierre Châtel - Allée des Sorcières
2.88 mi
+600 ft
-587 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-des-Biefs (Allier)
This short hike takes you past two remarkable sites: the Pierre Châtel with a beautiful view from its summit and the mysterious "Allée des Sorcières" (Witches' Alley) with its twisted beech trees.
La Verrerie-Le plateau
3.06 mi
+312 ft
-322 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-des-Biefs (Allier)
A short route for a first taste of the Verrerie plateau on snowshoes.
Bizin Wood
4.99 mi
+607 ft
-594 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Mayet-de-Montagne (Allier)
A pleasant little walk through meadows and woods with, on a clear day, a view of the volcanic range.
The wind turbines around Saint-Nicolas-des-leat
6.81 mi
+994 ft
-981 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nicolas-des-Biefs (Allier)
This hike takes us on a journey between modernity (the wind turbines) and the past (the old glassmakers' village, the Château des Hormières) and offers beautiful views of the surrounding valleys.
The Puy de Montoncel from La Lizolle
4.45 mi
+1,385 ft
-1,401 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Palladuc (Puy-de-Dôme)
The Giant of the Bois Noirs, whose summit is often shrouded in clouds or mist, can be approached from Lavoine or Saint-Priest-la-Prugne. For this walk, we chose to approach it via Palladuc. It is a fairly strenuous walk, but one that guarantees peace and quiet, wide open spaces and sweeping views over this part of the beautiful Auvergne region.
Le Puy de Montoncel
7.50 mi
+1,516 ft
-1,493 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Palladuc (Puy-de-Dôme)
For much of this route, it is clear why we are walking through the Bois Noirs, as the light sometimes struggles to penetrate the foliage. In other places, however, tree felling has opened up the view, and the number of logs stacked along the paths is impressive.
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.
Bois de Dôle
Local authority
2.34 mi
+276 ft
-276 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Chausseterre (Loire)
A family-friendly route for a breath of fresh air in the Dole forest at Chausseterre. A shaded route, very pleasant on hot days. It has its charms in other seasons, too. This is a route marked by Urfé Random and the Pays d’Urfé Community of Communes with the number 28.
The tour of Lake Saint-Clément
3.01 mi
+148 ft
-154 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Le Mayet-de-Montagne (Allier)
Since spring 2021, a path has been created around this artificial lake in the Bourbonnais mountains. This is a short, easy route on a very well-maintained path.
The Vernières oak tree via the Chemin de la Pierre aux deux Yeux
7.80 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,234 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chabreloche (Puy-de-Dôme)
Hidden in the heart of the Bois Noirs, the Pierre aux Deux Yeux (Two-Eyed Stone) watches over the unwary hiker. If you escape it, the majestic old oak tree will grant you some of its serenity. Then take a break at the foot of the Roc du Guet rock formation, a place conducive to meditation.
The Monts de la Madeleine near Cherier
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.
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 Jolan route
5.36 mi
+531 ft
-558 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Nizerolles (Allier)
This hike starts in Nizerolles, a small village at the foot of the Monts de la Madeleine. It takes you across the River Jolan three times and partly follows the Tacot de la Montagne Bourbonnaise platform, the former departmental railway line that linked Vichy and Laprugne until 1949.
From leats to Loge des Gardes
12.97 mi
+2,382 ft
-1,342 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-des-Quarts (Loire)
This stage crosses the highest villages in the Monts de la Madeleine, at an altitude of around 1,000 metres, and allows you to visit two major tourist attractions in St-Nicolas-des-Leat (03): the Allée des Géants and the Pierre Châtel. Most of the route is through deciduous forest, home to mushrooms. The stage ends at the Loge des Gardes sports resort, where accommodation is available (hotel-restaurant).
Puy du Roc route
5.51 mi
+922 ft
-922 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Châtel-Montagne (Allier)
Route from Puy du Roc starting from Chatel-Montagne in the Bourbonnais mountains.
Walk in Saint-Haon-Châtel via Saint-Haon-le-Vieux
3.83 mi
+636 ft
-607 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Haon-le-Châtel (Loire)
The walk takes you through Saint-Haon-le-Vieux along the Chemin Rouge, then on to the site of Saint-Haon-le-Châtel, a veritable open-air museum where you can relive ten centuries of civilisation with its remains of high walls, 17 towers and 4 gates. These fortifications were built in the mid-14th century to protect the town from bands of looters. A magnificent village where every street is worth exploring.
From Saint-Haòn-le-Châtel to leat
10.63 mi
+2,461 ft
-1,348 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Haon-le-Châtel (Loire)
Morning: crossing the northern part of the Roanne coast vineyards, with little elevation gain, and two beautiful historic villages: Saint-Haon-le-Châtel and Ambierle, with a rich heritage open to visitors. The afternoon is more challenging with the climb to leat (altitude 765 m) through meadows and forest. Most of the route is on dirt tracks with no traffic.
The Pisserote Waterfall
6.21 mi
+669 ft
-656 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Arfeuilles (Allier)
This hike will allow you to discover the Cascade de la Pisserote waterfall on the Barbenan.
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.
Between Ambierle and Les Servajeans
6.75 mi
+1,138 ft
-1,129 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ambierle (Loire)
Enjoy a lovely walk above Ambierle through fields and forests. Discover its magnificent church with its polychrome tiles.
The washhouse route in Saint-Bonnet-des-Quarts
5.26 mi
+719 ft
-715 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-des-Quarts (Loire)
A route through woods and along paths, starting from the small village of Saint-Bonnet-des-Quarts.
The Valley of the Waterwheels in Thiers
1.40 mi
+400 ft
-417 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Thiers (Puy-de-Dôme)
A trail themed around cutlery. As you follow the Durolle, you’ll step back in time as you discover the waterwheels, a type of mill powered by the river’s flow. They reveal the valley’s rich industrial past. The arrival of electrification in the 20th century eventually brought an end to these waterwheels.