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Maclas walks
The hillsides of Maclas
Visorando Member
8.41 mi
+909 ft
-889 ft
4h 40
Easy
Departure from Maclas (Loire)
fairly easy hike on the foothills of Mont Pilat, facing it and the Rhône plain
The Bessey Plateau and the Batalon
8.16 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,070 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Maclas (Loire)
A lovely circular route that takes you from Maclas to the beautiful medieval village of Malleval via the Bessey Plateau and the Épervier river valley, then back up the Batalon river.
No particular difficulty (apart from the length of the route); the paths are mostly easy and gently sloping.
The second half of the route (from the River Épervier to Maclas) is mostly cool and shaded.
The Maclas hills
8.33 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,421 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Maclas (Loire)
A route between hills and foothills, between forests and orchards.
Some sections are on roads, which are unavoidable but not very busy.
From Véranne to Saint-Julien-Molin-Molette
11.44 mi
+1,883 ft
-1,909 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Véranne (Loire)
A route through the Pilat mountains that takes you along a short stretch of the Way of St James and offers beautiful views of the Rhône valley in places. You can also visit the villages of Véranne and Saint-Julien-Molin-Molette along the way.
Circular from Véranne to the Saint-Sabin Chapel
7.90 mi
+2,064 ft
-2,077 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Véranne (Loire)
A very pleasant hike. It offers varied landscapes, on ancient mossy paths, dotted with houses typical of the Pilat region. You will have beautiful views of the surrounding and even distant peaks on numerous occasions.
From Véranne to Sainte-Blandine
7.67 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,378 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Véranne (Loire)
From the village of Véranne, shaded paths will take you through the hills of the Pilat Natural Park to the Croix de Sainte-Blandine, which overlooks the Rhône valley, offering a beautiful view of the Alps on a clear day.
The return journey is via theGR®65, which is also part of the Way of St James from Geneva.
Les Trois Dents from Véranne
8.75 mi
+2,323 ft
-2,339 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Véranne (Loire)
This hike allows you to discover the Trois Dents rocks, which give this area of Pilat an alpine character and offer magnificent views. As an option, the Saint-Sabin chapel offers a beautiful view of the Véranne area. The Pilat Natural Park's signposts and directional signs will be a great help in following the route.
Crest de L'Oeillon from Veranne
10.07 mi
+2,746 ft
-2,753 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Véranne (Loire)
This hike takes you through several different landscapes in Pilat. It starts at the foot of the hills, rich in orchards, and reaches the highest point of the massif, where the view is spectacular.
The Saint-Sabin chapel from Saint-Appolinard
7.61 mi
+2,182 ft
-2,182 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Appolinard (Loire) (Loire)
Another original way to get to this beautiful viewpoint that is the Saint-Sabin chapel on a small bluff in the heart of the Pilat Park, pouring into the Rhône Valley, with some of the best views of the Alps and pre-Alps (especially across the south). At the chapel, many signs and indications tell the story of the place and its flora.
Margarat Plateau, Roisey Forest
6.10 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,332 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Roisey (Loire)
A lovely walk through the forest on the hills above Roisey, suitable for all seasons. A slight climb to enjoy some beautiful views. After the Margarat plateau, the route crosses the northern slope of Pélussin whilst remaining within the municipality of Roisey.
Around Saint-Jacques-d’Atticieux
6.46 mi
+1,286 ft
-1,293 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux (Ardèche)
An easy walk through the countryside around Saint-Jacques-d’Atticieux. Alternating between open stretches and the shade of the woodland, walkers will be treated to beautiful views of the hills of the Pilat Regional Park and the Rhône valley.
Loop around Lake Ternay starting from Brossainc
10.69 mi
+1,604 ft
-1,588 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Brossainc (Ardèche)
A walk that leads along paths via the Col du Fayet to Lake Ternay, where you can, if you wish, enjoy the pleasant surroundings and take your lunch out of your rucksack.
Around Brossainc via Vinzieux
6.52 mi
+1,096 ft
-1,109 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Brossainc (Ardèche)
A walk with no particular difficulty, offering beautiful views of the Rhône Valley and the villages in this part of the Pilat Natural Park. The route takes you through forests, offering shaded areas, and along open paths, offering varied landscapes.
The medieval village of Malleval and the diversity of its surroundings
4.59 mi
+965 ft
-965 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Malleval (Loire)
Start by exploring a botanical cactus trail, then climb up to the cemetery and enjoy the view.
Follow the cool Épervier stream upstream.
Discover wooded paths followed by sunny trails with superb 360° views, then descend through the vineyards.
Finish by discovering the Saut de Laurette.
Return via the old village (church, salt storehouse, former commandery) and the trails.
Malleval and the Rhône hillsides
3.38 mi
+719 ft
-689 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Malleval (Loire)
This short walk will allow you to enjoy the beautiful medieval village of Malleval (in the golden light of early morning if you set off at sunrise, which is recommended) before venturing into the wine-growing hillsides.
The distance is moderate, but expect some elevation gain (a fairly steep descent followed by a climb) during the first half of the route, as you make your way down to Saint-Pierre-de-Boeuf from the top of the hills, before climbing back up through the vineyards.
From the village of Malleval to the village of Roisey
8.81 mi
+1,066 ft
-1,053 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Malleval (Loire)
An easy walk between the village of Roisey and Malleval. At the start of the walk, you can see the Cascade du Saut de Lorette when there is water in winter and, on the way back, before reaching Malleval, you will pass through woodland along the Ruisseau de l’Épervier, which will provide a pleasant coolness if you are doing this walk in summer.
⚠️Access along the Ruisseau de l’Épervier is prohibited from the hamlet of Le Pont Jacquet (9) by municipal order following rockfalls caused by heavy flooding. Reported on 31 July 2025.
Bessey and its mysteries
5.48 mi
+469 ft
-440 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Bessey (Loire)
An easy route to discover some of the attractions of the commune of Bessey in the Pilat Regional Nature Park.
Circular between La Ribaudy and Pélussin
7.07 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,155 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chavanay (Loire)
The route of this hike will take you from the hamlet of La Ribaudy to the village of Pélussin. Sometimes along wooded paths, sometimes across fields, you will reach the valley of the Rivière du Régrillon. You will cross the Pélussin Viaduct, the former Tacot railway line.
