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Le Roux walks
L'entrée du tunnel du Roux en boucle depuis l'Air
Visorando Member
6.35 mi
+1,171 ft
-1,155 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Roux (Ardèche)
Warning: do not attempt this hike until further notice (reopening scheduled for 2027)!The Cévenol storm in October 2024 caused a landslide above the point (4), which completely destroyed the communal path. A municipal notice prohibiting passage has been posted. There is no alternative route on this part of the circuit.
A mid-season hike in spring or autumn starting from L'Air (or L'Herm), with varied landscapes and sections on quiet paved roads. Beautiful views of the Vauclare and Fontaulière valleys.
Above Rieutord
8.37 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,125 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Usclades-et-Rieutord (Ardèche)
A walk that does not descend into deep valleys and offers lovely views in all directions, both of the Mezenc and, in the distance, of the Ventoux.
La Vestide du Pal in Montpezat-sous-Bauzon - Three volcanoes circular
Tourism professional
12.43 mi
+2,608 ft
-2,635 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Montpezat-sous-Bauzon (Ardèche)
The ancient Vestide du Pal volcano is what is known as a filled maar crater! Approximately 1,700 m in diameter and 150 m deep, it could be the largest maar crater in Europe.
This route will take you along ancient Roman roads that connect the valley to the plateau, passing through various levels of vegetation.
In addition to this first volcano, there are two others to discover along the way: Lac Ferrand (a maar filled with water) and Le Chambon, which is completely dry.
A volcanic hike, then...
Rieutord circular, Cros du Loup, Les Oulettes, Le Pal, knoll de Bauzon
10.30 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,516 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Usclades-et-Rieutord (Ardèche)
Around the knoll of Bauzon, a young Strombolian volcano, there are numerous hiking trails.
This route combines the volcanic part of the area with the discovery of a section of the Atlantic-Mediterranean watershed.
From one bank of the Fontaulière to the other
4.20 mi
+738 ft
-725 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Montpezat-sous-Bauzon (Ardèche)
A short walk from Montpezat to the hamlets of Les Grisières and Le Villaret, passing through a chestnut grove - the only slight difficulty on the route - and the humpback bridge, for a family outing.
Heritage and landscapes of Montpezat-sous-Bauzon
4.13 mi
+938 ft
-961 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Montpezat-sous-Bauzon (Ardèche)
Thanks to its geographical location, on the border between the southern Ardèche and the Monts d'Ardèche, Montpezat-sous-Bauzon is an ideal place to discover the astonishing lay and religious heritage of the area, from the fertile valley to the wild, rocky pastures, with remarkable views of the mountains and the Fontaulière plain.
As you return to the valley, a rose garden awaits you for a moment of olfactory and visual pleasure.
Saint-Cirgues-en-Montagne route
1.85 mi
+341 ft
-335 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Cirgues-en-Montagne (Ardèche)
A loop route returning to the starting point, mostly along the hillside with beautiful panoramic views and close to the historic site of Mazan Abbey.
Pink October route around Montpezat-sous-Bauzon
3.61 mi
+617 ft
-620 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Montpezat-sous-Bauzon (Ardèche)
This walk around the village of Montpezat-sous-Bauzon will take you past several of the village’s monuments. The route, which takes you along paths and through woodland, over stone-paved slanting streets and through the village itself, is easy and very well signposted in pink, as its name suggests. It was created by Montpezat Town Hall to mark Pink October, paying tribute to all those fighting cancer.
Circular route around Barnas - La Farre
3.96 mi
+669 ft
-643 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Barnas (Ardèche)
After a glimpse of the upper Ardèche valley, this hike enters one of the many small valleys of the complex terrain of the Ardèche Cévennes. Take care on the RN102 (be careful when walking alongside it and crossing it).
the Verrerie peat bog
9.45 mi
+942 ft
-935 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Burzet (Ardèche)
This lovely loop allows us to discover a section of the watershed on the heights of Burzet, at an altitude of 1,300 metres, which is very pleasant in summer when the valley is stifling. Along the way, we will discover a peat bog with the ruins of an old glassworks and the remains of a Strombolian crater.
Rocher d'Abraham
9.25 mi
+3,524 ft
-3,520 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Mayres (Ardèche)
You are at the heart of the Ardèche. View of the Cevennes and the Gerbier de Jonc.
The Buisson circular route via Banne
2.35 mi
+794 ft
-810 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mayres (Ardèche)
A lovely little walk along a picturesque path, though not without its challenges. I’ve classified it as moderately difficult, not because of its length or how strenuous it is, but because of its terrain: indeed, the path, which is very often sloping and slippery, requires agility and skill. I recommend taking walking poles.
It is situated on the south-facing slope, where it is often warm and very pleasant to walk on sunny winter days. There is a lovely view of the village of Mayres.
Chaumiène - Montlaur - Peyralade
6.78 mi
+2,976 ft
-2,972 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Mayres (Ardèche)
A beautiful circular along a very pretty trail offering splendid views of the valley, the village of Mayres and the mountain range on the opposite side for most of the climb.
A superb panorama awaits us at the summit, where we can see the Mézenc and Gerbier de Jonc, among others. Further in the distance, the Alps stand out in the background.
The climb to the Croix de Chaumiène
7.16 mi
+2,713 ft
-2,697 ft
4 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Mayres (Ardèche)
This very demanding route climbs steeply through the undergrowth on the high plateaus. From up there, the landscape over the Tanargue, directly above Mayres, takes on a whole new dimension. The descent back to the starting point is just as steep.
On the watershed, from Suc de la Pise to Sagnes and Goudoulet, which are peatlands
6.40 mi
+702 ft
-689 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Burzet (Ardèche)
A varied route, taking in shaded woods and wide open spaces. Best done in spring for the flowers, in summer for the cool air, and in autumn for the colours of the beech trees and the mushrooms.
The paths are easy and signposted almost all the way, but be careful: a ford at La Cabanette can be tricky to cross if the water level is high.
Cros de Géorand - Three streams and a dam
7.29 mi
+1,647 ft
-1,624 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cros-de-Géorand (Ardèche)
At the confluence of three streams, the Gage, the Sagne-Morte and the Tauron, EDF built a dam known as the Gage dam (Moulin de Peyron on IGN maps) in the 1950s to supply the Montpezat-sous-Bauzon power station. I suggest you take a tour of the dam starting from Cros-de-Géorand, following a hiking route suggested by La Montagne Ardéchoise. You will discover magnificent landscapes as well as paths through beech woods that are over a hundred years old.
The butter trails in Burzet
10.54 mi
+2,844 ft
-2,844 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Burzet (Ardèche)
From Burzet to Péreyres, paths lead down from the farms on the Ardèche plateau near the peatland-and-Goudoulet to the nearest town.
The farmers of the plateau brought their butter and cheese to the markets.
Here you will discover two types of paths: one designed for carts, the other for mules at best, but both were used for trade until the middle of the last century.
The Serre de la Pierre Plantée from the start at Cros de Boutazon
10.42 mi
+1,276 ft
-1,306 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Astet (Ardèche)
A round-trip hike, but with four circular loops that offer a variety of scenery.
The entire section along the ridge offers a stunning panorama of the successive mountain ranges of the Ardèche.
The Échelles Royales and the mountain pastures at Thueyts
3.05 mi
+984 ft
-965 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Thueyts (Ardèche)
This beautiful and challenging hike will take you on a short journey to discover the passages invented by the locals to cross the basalt flows, take you to the old summer pastures of Fargebelle through steep chestnut groves, and as a bonus, show you the two magnificent bridges that span the Ardèche on either side of Thueyts.
Tour du Knoll de Chalembelle
9.38 mi
+2,516 ft
-2,487 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Burzet (Ardèche)
Hike with varied landscapes, the Bourges valley with its basalt flows, chestnut woods and blueberry fields, hamlets with old houses.
Superb view from the summit.
From one bank of the Bourges to the other between Burzet and Les Sausses
3.82 mi
+705 ft
-692 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Burzet (Ardèche)
Superb trails and landscapes. Between Burzet and Les Sausses, on the left bank, the old Lachamp-Raphaël road is one of the most beautiful paved slanting streets in the Ardèche. On the right bank, on the way back, the old peatland road also has a wide, well-preserved paved slanting street under the chestnut trees and leads to the Roman road.
Roche Fort and Fenadou
8.83 mi
+2,047 ft
-2,018 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Thueyts (Ardèche)
An "airy" hike which will yield fine views over the Ardèche Cévennes, the Ardèche valley to the south and the Fontaulière valley to the north. The route follows some of the paths maintained for the "Giants' Causeway Trail" and overall is thus very practicable and without difficulty. A large part of the walk is waymarked white and yellow.
Best done in May/June when the broom is in flower.
Thueyts - Fargebelle - Chapueys
6.06 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,293 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Thueyts (Ardèche)
The route passes through the ruined hamlet of Fargebelle and crosses the northern flank of the Ardèche via a track that offers panoramic views of the peaks overlooking the opposite bank.
You will also discover the splendid sites of the Devil's Bridge and the magnificent paved slanting streets of the Queen's Ladder and the King's Ladder.
Col de Fontfreyde at the start of Thueyts
7.08 mi
+2,359 ft
-2,343 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Thueyts (Ardèche)
A circular route starting from Thueyts, leading to the Col de Fontfreyde, where you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view, and returning to the starting point via the magnificent stone staircase known as the Queen's Ladder.
Lanarce peat bogs
10.05 mi
+666 ft
-663 ft
5h 10
Easy
Departure from Lanarce (Ardèche)
This route, starting from Le Taillet, passes through peat bogs and forests, with views of the Gerbier des Joncs.
The Houx tour in Saint-Pierre-de-Colombier
4.26 mi
+1,056 ft
-1,056 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Colombier (Ardèche)
Walk along the banks and heights of the Bourges River, which is well exposed to the south and offers beautiful panoramic views.
In search of the lost paths of the Haute Ardèche
5.34 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,191 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Colombier (Ardèche)
From Le Ranc to Aubignas, Aubignas to Le Libonès, and Le Libonès to Les Terrisses, there were once footpaths that were essential for life and trade between these hamlets. This hike offers the chance to rediscover these traces. You may have to search around a bit, either because the paths have been abandoned or because work has altered their course. The path between Cros du Libonès and Les Terrisses, long abandoned, is once again passable with a modified route.
The Chante-Perdrix loop
2.37 mi
+377 ft
-377 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Colombier (Ardèche)
This easy walk allows you, over a short distance, to discover beautiful landscapes and places that bear witness to the former rural way of life in the Ardèche: hamlets, farms, meadows, chestnut groves, terraced vineyards and a mill.
The hamlets of La Bourges
10.00 mi
+2,703 ft
-2,710 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Colombier (Ardèche)
Clinging to the slopes of the Bourges valley, on the gentlest of hillsides, the hamlets bear witness to a way of life that has vanished, traces of which remain in a landscape that is gradually closing in: beautiful buildings, meadows, fields and vineyards still tended, chestnut groves and blueberries. This is the heart of the Ardèche Hautes Cévennes.
Montagne Sainte-Marguerite from Saint-Pierre-de-Colombier
Association / Club / Walk leader
9.40 mi
+2,621 ft
-2,635 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Colombier (Ardèche)
This hike provides access to the Sainte-Marguerite Chapel via a less well-trodden route. It passes through several authentic hamlets and offers stunning views throughout the route.
Peatland and Goudoulet via the Croix de Pralon
4.32 mi
+568 ft
-581 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Sagnes-et-Goudoulet (Ardèche)
A very pretty hike through mountains, moors and fords. Magnificent undergrowth dotted with beautiful shaded passages.
Montagne Sainte-Marguerite – in the Cévennes of the Ardèche
23.19 mi
+6,132 ft
-6,152 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Meyras (Ardèche)
A circular 2-day tour in the Cévennes of the Ardèche.
About ten kilometres north-west of Aubenas, Montagne Sainte-Marguerite rises to 976 metres. Its summit, bristling with radio masts, is a landmark that cannot be missed in the region. Whilst the summit itself, apart from the breathtaking views, is of little interest, its slopes are truly beautiful.
Holm oaks, chestnut trees, deep valleys, inviting rivers, nestled hamlets, listed churches, castles undergoing restoration, Roman roads – a wealth of natural and built heritage waiting to be discovered.
Sainte-Marguerite – western slope: from Neyrac-les-Bains to the Col d’Aizac
11.49 mi
+3,533 ft
-2,677 ft
8h 20
Moderate
Departure from Meyras (Ardèche)
The first stage of the Sainte Marguerite circular route, which takes you from Neyrac-les-Bains, a spa town on the banks of the Ardèche, to Aizac, a small village in the Ardèche Cévennes, a stone’s throw from Antraigues-sur-Volane.
Leaving behind the lowland holm oaks, you head into the heart of the chestnut groves! From the banks of the Ardèche, you follow three of its tributaries: the Fontolière, the Bourges and finally the Besorgues, which flow along the valley floor and at the foot of picturesque villages. A very sunny walk.
Ray Pic waterfalls starting from Péreyres
4.69 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,496 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Péreyres (Ardèche)
The volcanic natural site of the Cascades du Ray Pic was classified as a natural site in 1931.
The Bourges river springs from the middle of the basalt flows and falls from a height of about 60 m.
The proximity of various streams provides a certain coolness and even the opportunity to bathe.
Circular route from Croix de Bauzon to Col du Pendu, Le Bez, Les Chambons
9.26 mi
+1,345 ft
-1,348 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Souche (Ardèche)
A pleasant route in good weather with beautiful, unobstructed views of the Ardèche plateau.
The return through the forest after Les Chambons allows you to escape the heat of the ridges and, depending on the season, pick mushrooms.
La Tour des Poignets, between moorland and forest
9.08 mi
+1,391 ft
-1,381 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Souche (Ardèche)
Hike above the Col de la Croix-de-Bauzon, with the first part of the route in the forest and the second part on the ridge offering beautiful views. If you are lucky enough to do this short trip on a clear day, you will be able to see the Alps and Mont Ventoux on the horizon.
Abraham's Rock via the Tour des Poignets
6.44 mi
+1,663 ft
-1,654 ft
4h 25
Difficult
Departure from La Souche (Ardèche)
A very pleasant walk, part of which follows a ridge leading to the Tour des Poignets and offering a superb panoramic view of the Lozère Mountains, the Tanargue, Mont Gerbier de Jonc, the Mézenc, etc…All along the ridge, you can admire the Rocher d’Abraham ahead of you.After the climb over the rocks, reaching the summit reveals a metal sculpture by Pierre Louis Chipon, created in tribute to Jean Gilly, a great sportsman from the Ardèche.
Col des Langoustines from La Souche
4.87 mi
+2,280 ft
-2,267 ft
4h 15
Difficult
Departure from La Souche (Ardèche)
A beautiful, physically demanding trail through lovely forests and scree slopes, offering magnificent views of the Ardèche mountains from the ridge. See § practical information.
Circular loop around the village of La Souche
1.72 mi
+400 ft
-407 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from La Souche (Ardèche)
This walk takes you along one of the countless paths winding through the chestnut groves; best enjoyed in autumn, when the stunning colours are at their best. It is truly enchanting!
This walk is an invitation to continue exploring this magnificent Ardèche heritage.
April 2023: route modified at the request of a chestnut grove owner.
This change means walkers will have to cover a little more tarmac road (alas!)
The summit of Méjean via the Grand Tanargue plateau
9.63 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,122 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Ardèche
A hike on the highest part of the Tanargue ridge. With little elevation gain, you will enjoy magnificent views of the lower Ardèche, the Alps and the Ardèche plateau. In the height of summer, you will benefit from the coolness of the altitude and large shaded areas.
The Rocher de Cheylard from Ray-Pic
4.58 mi
+1,168 ft
-1,168 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Péreyres (Ardèche)
This is a fairly short climb that takes you to a summit offering a superb 360° panorama of the Ardèche mountains and the Alps. It is a simple round trip, most of which follows ridge paths with magnificent views.
On the way back, take the time to visit the Ray-Pic waterfall.
La Croix de Beauzon - Abraham Rock
6.12 mi
+1,775 ft
-1,765 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ardèche
For all hikers, the Rocher d'Abraham can only be reached from Mayres. The circuit described below is for people who want to reach the summit with less effort. It can be done in an afternoon, is not particularly difficult, apart from the final ascent, and offers vast and magnificent landscapes throughout the route.
The forest and village of Les Chambons in Tanargue
12.75 mi
+1,562 ft
-1,585 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Ardèche
In the Tanargue massif, starting from the family ski resort of Croix de Bauzon, this hike takes you along trails in the heart of the Chambons National Forest, passing through the village of the same name.
From Grand Tanargue to the summit of Méjean via Ron de Coucoulude
10.25 mi
+1,411 ft
-1,394 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ardèche
A hike on the highest part of the Tanargue ridge with magnificent panoramic views of the lower Ardèche, the Alps and the Ardèche plateau. The route has little elevation gain and is mostly on easy forest roads.
The Rocher du Midi
6.04 mi
+2,051 ft
-2,041 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Souche (Ardèche)
A somewhat steep climb up an old paved slanting street, but once at the top, your efforts are rewarded with a superb view of the upper Ardèche valley at the Col de Fontfreyde, followed by a 360° view from the summit of the Rocher du Midi. After a beautiful stretch along the ridge, the less steep descent zigzags between the various hamlets of La Souche.
Les Valadous
2.80 mi
+436 ft
-407 ft
1h 40
Moderate
Departure from Astet (Ardèche)
Although it is very flat, the summit of Les Valadous offers a 360° panorama of the Alps and the Massif Central.
The round trip from the Col du Pendu is a very easy family walk along wide, clearly marked tracks.
This route also features a balcony-like section along the edge of the plateau with an impressive bird’s-eye view of the upper Ardèche valley. This part of the route, on a poorly defined path, is more challenging and is reserved for more experienced hikers. It may also be temporarily inaccessible when this moorland is used for grazing (see practical information).
Rocher de Cheylard - from Ray-Pic to the Col d'Aizac
15.40 mi
+3,281 ft
-4,544 ft
9h 55
Difficult
Departure from Péreyres (Ardèche)
The first stage of this two-day loop around the Rocher de Cheylard takes you from the edge of the Ray-Pic waterfall to Aizac, a small village in the Cévennes Ardéchoises, perched on a pass between Volane and Besorgues.
Beech forests, broom-covered moors, chestnut trees, Roman roads, crystal-clear streams, passes with breathtaking views... you will walk from the Ardèche plateau to the lower Ardèche.
Le Rocher de Cheylard, natural viewpoint
27.24 mi
+7,510 ft
-7,516 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Péreyres (Ardèche)
Two-day loop in the Cévennes Ardéchoises. The Besorgues and Bourges are two Cévennes rivers, or rather torrents, with crystal-clear waters.Between the two, a short walk from the famous Ray-Pic waterfall, the Rocher de Cheylard (1,412 m) offers a natural viewpoint over the surrounding landscape.On this two-day hike, you will discover these rugged landscapes, deep valleys, the edges of the Ardèche plateau, and small hamlets and villages nestled in the countryside.
The Gorges de la Borne, starting from Le Bez
8.15 mi
+1,867 ft
-1,883 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ardèche
A magnificent hike to do in autumn; the colours are stunning. Make sure you wear suitable footwear as there are some stony paths.
The Gloria Friedmann Lighthouse from Borne
5.95 mi
+1,079 ft
-1,066 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ardèche
In Ardèche, this circular hike takes you to the Gloria Friedmann Lighthouse, located on the watershed at the summit of Moure de l'Abéouradou.
Tour of Lake Issarlès
2.27 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 05
Moderate
Departure from Le Lac-d'Issarlès (Ardèche)
Tour of Lake Issarlès, with its clear waters, in the ancient crater of a volcano.
From the Chaumasse Water Tower to Mézilhac via the Knoll of Ourseyre
7.76 mi
+761 ft
-1,617 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Sagnes-et-Goudoulet (Ardèche)
A one-way hike along the ridges of the Ardèche mountains. Best done on a fine, sunny day after rain to enjoy superb views of the Alps almost all the way, from Mont Blanc to Mont Ventoux.
The Pic de Ladenne
3.89 mi
+1,959 ft
-1,959 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Fabras (Ardèche)
A magnificent hike that will take you to the summit of Pic de Ladenne with a 360° view of Jaujac and its volcano, the Tanargue massif, the Thueyts valley, Pont de Labeaume, Sainte-Marguerite, Fabras...
Exploring the peatland area of Sagnes-et-Goudoulet and returning via Les Coux
9.30 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,033 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sagnes-et-Goudoulet (Ardèche)
A circular route offering a chance to explore the Ardèche plateau and the pretty village of Sagnes-et-Goudoulet. Discover various knolls along the route, and pass close to Les Coux before heading past the Bourlatier Farm on the way back. A diverse range of landscapes and an insight into the region’s agricultural activities, whilst the area retains its wild character. Definitely worth doing again and again!!!
The Knoll of Cherchemus from Lake Issarlès
6.38 mi
+1,276 ft
-1,266 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Le Lac-d'Issarlès (Ardèche)
This is a lovely walk with many views of Lake Issarlès from the Col de Gage and the Suc de Cherchemuse in particular, as well as the confluence of the Gage and the Loire and the surrounding mountains.
The diverse landscapes will allow you to discover the richness of the Ardèche plateau: lava flows, wild raspberry bushes, volcanic rocks, Scots pines, beech trees, larch trees and more.
Pic de Ladenne and Rocher de Courcoussat
7.13 mi
+2,375 ft
-2,388 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Jaujac (Ardèche)
Starting from Jaujac, climb up to Pic de Ladenne and Rocher de Courcoussat and descend via a circular route to Pont de l'Echelette in Bonneval. Magnificent panoramic views of the ridge line.
The Coupe de Jaujac volcano and its basalt flows
7.06 mi
+1,601 ft
-1,578 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Jaujac (Ardèche)
Starting from Jaujac, there is a magnificent Roman bridge and impressive basalt columns on the banks of the Lignon. Tour via the Pont de l'Échelette, the Château de Rochemure (Maison du Parc Naturel Régional des Monts d'Ardèche) and finally climb the Coupe de Jaujac volcano with a tour of the crater.
The Lignon Valley between Jaujac and La Souche
10.48 mi
+1,470 ft
-1,486 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Jaujac (Ardèche)
Between Jaujac and La Souche, the Lignon valley is an open valley, dominated to the north by the Rocher du Midi and to the south by the Tanargue massif. The hike takes you along the left bank, where you can admire old buildings and walk along beautiful, pleasant paths dotted with old bridges crossing streams, then back along the right bank and a succession of old hamlets.