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Laval-sur-Doulon walks
Circular route around Laval-sur-Doulon via Le Cros, La Chassagne and Le Vialard
Visorando Member
4.54 mi
+935 ft
-938 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Laval-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
The trails on this route will take you on a journey of discovery through the villages on the outskirts of the market town of Laval-sur-Doulon. Most are permanently inhabited. The two mills at Diat and Le Vialard have ceased operations, but their ‘engine’, the River Doulon, still flows. The trails are often shaded, so you can hike here in summer.
Circular route on the heights of the Doulon valley starting from Vintz via l'Air
3.98 mi
+673 ft
-702 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
The route passes through coniferous woods and magnificent beech forests, offering welcome shade if you walk it in summer. Recent logging has opened up the view to the right bank of the Doulon valley, revealing superb panoramic views.
The Cistrières forest and its isolated hamlets
4.68 mi
+315 ft
-325 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Cistrières (Haute-Loire)
This route crosses part of the forest in the municipality of Cistrières, starting from the village of Condat. The hamlets, which are now sparsely populated or uninhabited, were once lively, as evidenced by an old school in Condat and the houses of Béates au Faud and Les Montilles. But during mushroom season, you will encounter many mushroom pickers there.
Forests, meadows and fields in Champagnac-le-Vieux
5.88 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,217 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Champagnac-le-Vieux (Haute-Loire)
Take a stroll through the southern part of the commune near the village of Le Boucharel, where woodland, fields and meadows alternate.
Relive the past through rustic ruins, old farming equipment and modern-day agriculture set in unspoilt countryside.
In summer, this route is shaded.
The Champrivat Valley from the Champagnac-Le-Vieux lake
5.73 mi
+856 ft
-876 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Champagnac-le-Vieux (Haute-Loire)
This walk offers you the chance to discover several viewpoints over the Sancy and Cézallier massifs and the Allier Valley.
Discover Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon: water, forest, pastures
7.84 mi
+1,401 ft
-1,375 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
Discover Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon by following the course of the Doulon river, which once powered numerous mills. Pass through the undergrowth and villages where you will find chapels and wash houses.
Moissac Bas pond and bog
6.62 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
Following this route, you will pass successively through forest, fields and pastures. You will discover the volcanic activity of the village of Moissac Bas, its pond and its forming peat bog.
Circular through the hills above Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon via Cenat and Celhac.
6.82 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,240 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
The commune of Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon covers a large area of around 35 hectares and comprises around 30 villages and hamlets. During this route, you will discover some of them, all bearing witness to a rural past where agriculture was the main activity. You will discover a chapel, an old school and some splendid views.
Circular on the heights of Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon, Largnes, Tavernols
6.60 mi
+1,345 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
This route starts at the lowest point in the commune of Saint-Didier and leads to almost the highest point. You will discover a castle, a remarkable sequoia tree, the ruins of a mill and splendid views.
Forest and hamlets at the start of Cistrières
6.16 mi
+787 ft
-814 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cistrières (Haute-Loire)
Leaving the village of Cistrières, you will mainly be walking through the forest. These woods are dotted with hamlets that were once home to agricultural activity. Most of the farms have been renovated and are now inhabited. The paths are well maintained and easy to walk on. You will find peace and quiet here, and cool shade from the trees in summer.
Circular route to the south-west of Connangles via Pissis and Intranges
5.83 mi
+709 ft
-682 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Connangles (Haute-Loire)
The route passes through beautiful, shaded forest tracks and crosses seven villages surrounded by areas dedicated to livestock farming. The route is dotted with remarkable trees and magnificent high forests. The thick-walled houses, built of granite, are a reminder of the harsh climate of the Cassadean plateau.
Frugières-le-Pin - Vals-le-Chastel circular via Aubagnat
6.07 mi
+961 ft
-981 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Frugières-le-Pin (Haute-Loire)
In good weather, this route offers superb panoramic views of the Auvergne mountains at Fiossat. From the coudert (communal land) at Le Pin, you will have a magnificent view of the Château de Domeyrat. A visit to Vals-le-Chastel is a must: castle, church and seigneurial chapel. At Frugières station, you can visit the Resistance Museum and, on the way back, don't miss the church in Frugières.
Along the Senouire: from Lavaudieu to Château de Domeyrat.
8.33 mi
+686 ft
-659 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Lavaudieu (Haute-Loire)
Along the Vallée de Dieu (Valley of God), the former name given to the Senouire valley, this walk combines the pleasure of walking with the discovery of the Haute Loire's heritage. It takes us from the village of Lavaudieu, one of the most beautiful villages in France, to the impressive towers of the medieval castle of Domeyrat.
From the banks of the Senouire in Lavaudieu to the red stones of the village of Buze
6.26 mi
+433 ft
-413 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lavaudieu (Haute-Loire)
Lavaudieu is one of the most beautiful villages in France.
This walk invites you to leave the village and stroll through the surrounding hills, passing through villages such as Buze, whose houses are built of red arkose.
From the banks of the Senouire to the Allier
11.81 mi
+1,270 ft
-1,270 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Lavaudieu (Haute-Loire)
Lavaudieu, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", will be the starting point for your hike.
During the first part of the hike, you can admire beautiful views of the Cézallier, the Massif du Sancy and the Puy de Dôme. During the second part, you will follow the Allier gorges on a balcony trail. During the last part, you can discover a magnificent chapel and pastoral meadows.