The Tanargue Massif

The route starts from the Laboule stopover lodge next to the church (self-catering or half-board – the choice is yours).

Although the climate is Mediterranean, it can be surprisingly chilly up on the ridges.
You should therefore pack a good windbreaker and a fleece.
Personally, I quite like a sleeveless fleece – it’s a good compromise between warm and cool.

The Sentier des Granges is scenic and physically demanding, both on the ascent and the descent.
In any case, you’ll need a good pair of walking boots.
The three walks are roughly equal in terms of duration, elevation gain and difficulty; all three are marked in yellow and white.
Only the Fergeasses mountain pasture requires caution for those prone to vertigo (a small wooden footbridge, 3 metres long).

Make the most of the magnificent views to take photos: Mont Gerbier des Joncs, Cham du Cros, the Lower Ardèche, the Cévennes valleys, Mont Lozère…

Depending on the rainfall prior to your visit, some sections may be difficult; please check with Yankélée, who runs the stopover lodge.

For the adventurous and those who love a climb, at the Col des Langoustines, there’s an optional short circular loop: the Tour du Mont Aigu (1 hour), with some very scenic sections before the descent to Laboule.

There’s a water point on the ascent only.
Take care at the fords if it has rained prior to your arrival.
This walk is not recommended in stormy weather, snow or fog.
There is a shelter (for hunters) halfway down the descent on the DFCI track.
Make sure you have good walking boots and an IGN map of the area.