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Le Chambon-sur-Lignon walks
From the Lignon to the Ligne
Visorando Member 
10.31 mi
+922 ft
-935 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Le Chambon-sur-Lignon (Haute-Loire)
This is an easy hike that will take you around Mazet-Saint-Voy, passing by two beautiful trout rivers, the Lignon and the Ligne. The terrain is varied but gentle, alternating between meadows and woods. Beautiful views of Mont Mézenc are the icing on the cake of this hike.
Tence - Queyrières
Visorando Member 
11.71 mi
+2,090 ft
-1,033 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Tence (Haute-Loire)
Fourteenth stage of the Way of St James. This fairly short stage (due to the gloomy, snowy weather) feels like a long, continuous climb until reaching the hamlet of Raffy, in the forests of Meygal, at an altitude of over 1,290 m, which is the highest point of this route. A short stop in Saint-Jeures, a small village with a beautiful 12th-century Romanesque church, situated a short distance from the Pic du Lizieux (1,388 m), clearly visible from a long way off before reaching the village.
In the forests of Ardèche from Lac de Devesset
Visorando Member 
8.76 mi
+1,545 ft
-1,552 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Devesset (Ardèche)
Starting from the Devesset car park, this easy loop, mostly through woodland, will take you through the forests of the Ardèche. Enjoy the peace and coolness before returning to the lake for a swim or a complete tour of the lake if you still want to walk!
Around Lake Devesset
Visorando Member 
5.99 mi
+489 ft
-479 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Devesset (Ardèche)
Easy hike on the Ardèche plateau. Relaxing landscapes and a magnificent lake, with a leisure centre.
Combined with a swim in Lac de Devesset, you can enjoy a beautiful day of hiking in the morning and leisure activities in the afternoon.
Circular route to Rochepaule from Lac de Devesset.
Visorando Member 
9.43 mi
+1,890 ft
-1,886 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Devesset (Ardèche)
The route is mostly shaded and follows a variety of paths, some of which are poorly maintained, so long trousers are recommended. Access to the lake is 300m from the starting point. I suggest a circular route starting from Rochepaule.
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A circular from Mas-de-Tence
Visorando Member 
4.19 mi
+430 ft
-420 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Le Mas-de-Tence (Haute-Loire)
Between wooded areas and open landscapes, with the Velay mountains in the background, the Haut Lignon remains green during the summer months. Its granite houses evoke a rich past that has stood the test of time.
Gouffre de la Monette
Visorando Member 
7.23 mi
+404 ft
-410 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Les Vastres (Haute-Loire)
Discover the Gouffre de la Monette and its waterfall via the marsh route. This is a mysterious place to be enjoyed in peace and quiet, so choose a time when it is not too busy.
The Pic du Lizieux via the Mounier
Visorando Member 7.83 mi
+1,243 ft
-1,257 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jeures (Haute-Loire)
A variation on the climb up Lizieux that takes you to Mounier, a little-known peak overlooking Freycenet and the menhir above Monbuzat-La Chieze.
The Pic du Lizieux
Visorando Member 
2.83 mi
+581 ft
-571 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Araules (Haute-Loire)
A short hike, accessible to children in all seasons, to discover a 360° panorama from the summit of Pic du Lizieux (1388m): the Lignon valley to the north, the Monts du Vivarais to the east, Mont Mezenc to the south, Meygal to the west and, beyond, the Pilat Massif, Mont Blanc, etc.
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Pic du Lizieux and the Meygal Massif
Visorando Member 
13.19 mi
+2,257 ft
-2,280 ft
8h 00
Moderate
Departure from Araules (Haute-Loire)
At the summit of the ancient volcanoes between Pic du Lizieux and the Meygal Massif.
A breath of fresh air in the vast Meygal Forest Massif.
Circular in the Boutières starting from Intres
Visorando Member 
10.79 mi
+2,507 ft
-2,520 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Intres (Ardèche)
This hike offers a beautiful introduction to the Boutières region, with its rugged terrain, rivers, diverse landscapes and views. It alternates between moorland, meadows and forests of beech and coniferous trees, ending on the Dolce Via, which allows you to pick up the pace after the numerous ascents and descents.
The Pic du Lizieux via the "chemin des écoliers"
Visorando Member 
6.41 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,312 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Araules (Haute-Loire)
A route exploring little-used paths and points of interest, an alternative to the marked trails.
Walk along the Auze river in Araules-Saint-Jeures
Visorando Member 
3.79 mi
+656 ft
-663 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Araules (Haute-Loire)
A short route to include as an alternative on your local walks that pass through Vareille and then the road, providing access to the Auze up to a little-known waterfall at the bottom of almost impassable gorges.
The paths not shown on the IGN map are nevertheless passable; the Auze is crossed via two large steps (requiring a bit of a jump) at one of the only possible points, regardless of the river’s level.
Fay sur Lignon - Lac de Saint-Front: a circular route between pine and beech trees
Visorando Member 
8.38 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,014 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Fay-sur-Lignon (Haute-Loire)
A pleasant walk through the forest, undergrowth and meadows, with the pretty, round crater lake of Saint-Front, the highest in the Haute Loire, as your destination. Views of Mont Mézenc and the Monts du Velay, and you will be on the edge of the summit of Les Roches, an ancient volcano which is a climbing site on its southern slope.The name of thePR® trail that we follow most often is "Entre pins et fayards" (Between pines and beech trees), which is very apt. We added the tour of Lake Saint-Front, as it was too tempting to resist.
On the silk mill trails in Saint-André-en-Vivarais
Visorando Member 
4.76 mi
+535 ft
-541 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-André-en-Vivarais (Ardèche)
On the Ardèche plateau, this short hike is part of the history of silk reeling, which made the region prosperous from the early 19th century onwards. In July and August, you can enjoy blueberries, raspberries and wild redcurrants under the cool canopy of the forest.
Between Ardèche and Haute-Loire, from Saint-André-en-Vivarais to Mas-de-Tence
Visorando Member 
11.62 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,247 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André-en-Vivarais (Ardèche)
On the plateau between Ardèche and Haute-Loire, hike through the hills and valleys of the forest. Discover some very interesting buildings and enjoy a breath of fresh air.
Via Gebennensis - Pic du Lizieux - Knoll des Testavoyre
Visorando Member 11.73 mi
+2,402 ft
-2,398 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Araules (Haute-Loire)
The route follows the Via Gebennensis (GR®65-GR®430) to near Les Araules.
Next, discover the Pic du Lizieux and its orientation table, which offers a 360° panorama.
The hike continues along the Bonas discovery trail, then joins Arnissac to pass through Pic Testavoyre and ends with the forest road to Chalet Raffy.
Circular in the Agueneyre valley starting from Rochepaule
Visorando Member 
8.92 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,417 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Rochepaule (Ardèche)
On the heights north of the Agueneyre valley and back along the river to the south, in the shade.
On the way back, you will take a private path that is not shown on maps, with a rudimentary footbridge over the river.
The Doux valley from Saint-Jeure-d'Andaure
Visorando Member 
10.27 mi
+2,264 ft
-2,270 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jeure-d'Andaure (Ardèche)
A very pleasant hike, especially in the off-season, with significant differences in climate and vegetation between Saint-Jeure-d'Andaure (1,000 m) and the Doux valley (500 m). The views are typical of the Ardèche and change with almost every turn.
Loop between Le Meygal and Queyrières
Visorando Member 
5.24 mi
+1,001 ft
-1,004 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Queyrières (Haute-Loire)
Short loop starting from the Meygal Forest. After crossing the forest, a balcony path with beautiful views of the surrounding knolls leads you to the village of Queyrières, which is topped by a remarkable basalt dyke. After crossing the village of Monedeyres, you climb back up through pleasant undergrowth.
Route on the Desaignes plateau
Visorando Member 
11.37 mi
+1,939 ft
-1,936 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Désaignes (Ardèche)
Walk along the slopes of the Sialle stream valley.
Paths rather than tracks, due to the lack of visitors to this isolated valley.
The route starts at the highest point, but the starting point in Desaignes is obvious when approaching from below.
Tour of the Azette Valley from Chanéac
Visorando Member 
11.26 mi
+1,916 ft
-1,906 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Chanéac (Ardèche)
This route offers a beautiful sample of the landscapes of the high Ardèche valleys that radiate towards Le Cheylard. The environments are very varied: broom heaths on the southern slopes, forests of chestnut, conifer and beech trees depending on the orientation, and grassy meadows on the ridges. There are numerous signs of volcanic activity, such as the Rocher de Soutron and the Échamps maar.
Tour de la Tortue and the Calvary of the Croix de l'Étoile
Visorando Member 
6.96 mi
+1,053 ft
-1,066 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Champclause (Haute-Loire)
This circular walk starting from the pretty village of Boussoulet and its stunning church is an easy walk. Passing through a beautiful forest, beneath the summit of La Tortue, you will arrive at another pretty village in the Haute-Loire, Montusclat. From this village, you can start a second circular route that will take you to the remarkable Way of the Cross and the Calvary of the Croix de l’Étoile. Return via a pleasant valley.
The Grand Testavoyre
Visorando Member 
10.27 mi
+1,608 ft
-1,591 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Champclause (Haute-Loire)
This circuit takes you to the summit of the Grand Testavoyre (pronounced testa-wouaire), the highest point of the Meygal. From up there, you can see the entire massif, dotted with numerous conical peaks.
Another highlight of this hike is discovering the rural heritage, in particular the typical houses of the hamlet of Villaret and the false church of Monedeyres.
Mont Signon in Chaudeyrolles
Visorando Member 
1.97 mi
+535 ft
-535 ft
1h 20
Moderate
Departure from Chaudeyrolles (Haute-Loire)
Enjoy a beautiful hike on Mont Signon and its old singing slate quarry. Beautiful panoramic views of the Monts de Haute Loire.
Mont Signon and Chaudeyrolles peatlands
Visorando Member 7.69 mi
+994 ft
-1,004 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chaudeyrolles (Haute-Loire)
This geological trail allows you to discover an ancient small volcano, Mont Signon, which became a peat bog, then an ancient maar, or marshy crater, home to several peatlands. Numerous information panels from the Geopark help you understand these different volcanic formations.
The Gagne and its tributaries from Montusclat
Visorando Member 10.43 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,296 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montusclat (Haute-Loire)
The route starts from the very pretty village of Montusclat and winds its way along the hillsides, crossing several tributaries of the Gagne. It crosses this river twice near Saint-Front before reaching the plateau, which offers stunning views of the Mézenc Massif and, weather permitting, the Alps. It ends with a descent through meadows back to Montusclat.
The ruins of Rochebonne Castle
Visorando Member 
5.44 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,214 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-de-Valamas (Ardèche)
This hike starts off gently at the bottom of the valley, following an old railway line. It then climbs up to a rocky outcrop where the ruins of Rochebonne Castle stand proudly.
And as if the ruins of this castle weren't enough, all the great peaks of the Ardèche (Mézenc, Gerbier des Joncs) are visible throughout the hike.
Panoramic views around Saint-Front
Visorando Member 7.31 mi
+646 ft
-633 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Front (Haute-Loire) (Haute-Loire)
This peaceful route starting from Saint-Front allows you to enjoy the contrast between the steep-sided valleys of La Gagne, the Machabert stream and the tributary of the Aubépin on one side, and the gently sloping Mézenc plateau with its sweeping views on the other.
The tour of the Mézenc from Chaudeyrolles
Visorando Member 
13.06 mi
+1,867 ft
-1,857 ft
7h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chaudeyrolles (Haute-Loire)
This tour of Mont Mézenc allows you to admire the landscape stretching far in all directions: the Massif Central, the Ardèche, the Alps, the Pilat Massif... It is possible to climb Mont Mézenc during the circuit. The hike offers the best possible view of the beautiful Boutières cirque. The circuit also includes a return trip through the village of Chaudeyrolles and a tour of Mont Signon.
The Lignon circulars, the footbridge and the Greenway near Grazac
Visorando Member 
13.43 mi
+2,228 ft
-2,241 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Grazac (Haute-Loire) (Haute-Loire)
A winding hike near the magnificent Lignon Gorges, crossed by a Himalayan footbridge, with beautiful landscapes over the knolls of the Pays d'Yssingeaux. The path on the Greenway to the south will reveal the beautiful landscapes of the Lignon Gorges.
The Himalayan footbridge over the Lignon Gorges
Visorando Member 
5.65 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,093 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Grazac (Haute-Loire) (Haute-Loire)
A Cluniac site thanks to its priory and church, Grazac has been famous for some time as one of the two access points to the largest Himalayan footbridge in France. This route will take you there via a short walk through this wooded valley.
Circular Ventographe at the foot of Mont Mézenc
Visorando Member 
5.26 mi
+755 ft
-764 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Chaudeyrolles (Haute-Loire)
This is a short circular loop in the Mezenc National Forest, from La Roche Pointue to Le Ventographe, passing by the peat bogs. Le Ventographe is a quirky object created by a DIY artist, placed on a ridge; it is the centre for transmitting messages to the wind, which are received further down by another equally quirky work of art!
Mont Mézenc
Visorando Member 
3.98 mi
+856 ft
-863 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Les Estables (Haute-Loire)
Climb Mont Mézenc from the Croix de Peccata - car park.
Mont Mézenc
Visorando Member 
5.26 mi
+1,024 ft
-1,037 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Les Estables (Haute-Loire)
Discover Mont Mézenc and its two peaks and take a detour to admire the Cirque des Boutières.
Circular between Le Cheylard and Riotord
Association / Club / Walk leader 
7.66 mi
+1,070 ft
-1,073 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Cheylard (Ardèche)
A beautiful half-day hike along a balcony path, which crosses ancient hamlets with panoramic views of the Eyrieux Valley. This route has been used for several years by the famous "Cheminote", a hike for the general public that connects Le Cheylard to Saint-Martin-de-Valamas.
A hike proposed by the collective "Nos chemins ne sont pas à vendre" (Our paths are not for sale).
Le Cheylard - Château de Rochebonne - Saint-Martin circular
Association / Club / Walk leader 
12.83 mi
+1,893 ft
-1,896 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Le Cheylard (Ardèche)
A hike proposed by the collective "Nos chemins ne sont pas à vendre" (Our paths are not for sale).
A beautiful day-long hike along a south-facing balcony trail that passes through ancient hamlets with panoramic views of the Eyrieux Valley. This route has been used for several years by the famous "Cheminote", a popular hike that connects Le Cheylard to Saint-Martin-de-Valamas.
On the heights of Saint-Cierge-sous-le-Cheylard
Visorando Member 5.67 mi
+1,486 ft
-1,453 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cierge-sous-le-Cheylard (Ardèche)
Circular route around the village of Saint-Cierge-sous-le-Cheylard offering numerous panoramic views of the Gerbier, Mont Mézenc, the Sarra, the Rocher de Brion and also the Chapelle de Soutron.
After a lovely climb through the woodland, magnificent views of Lake Collanges, the Dose Via and the Ball Viaduct.
Panoramic view from Grand Felletin
Visorando Member 
3.10 mi
+1,109 ft
-1,273 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Julien-Molhesabate (Haute-Loire)
A pleasant little walk along a wide forest path, surrounded by tall pine trees, to the Grand Felletin orientation table and the magnificent panorama that can be seen from there. In September, take a basket with you, as there are mushrooms to be found.
The snows of Mont Mézenc
Visorando Member 
4.62 mi
+1,040 ft
-1,040 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Les Estables (Haute-Loire)
The hike starts at the forest house car park and climbs through the powder snow of Mont Mézenc. From the summit, your efforts are rewarded with a magnificent view of the village of Les Estables below and Mont Alambre. And even the Alps, if the weather is clear.
Le Cheylard - Saint-Prix
Visorando Member 
9.78 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,309 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cierge-sous-le-Cheylard (Ardèche)
On the route of an old Ardèche railway line that linked Le Cheylard to Lamastre.
Here, take the tunnels and majestic old bridges, the likes of which are no longer built, for a day to (re)discover the Sumène valley in a different way.