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Malleval walks
The medieval village of Malleval and the diversity of its surroundings
Visorando Member 
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.
From the village of Malleval to the village of Roisey
Visorando Member 
8.81 mi
+1,066 ft
-1,053 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Malleval (Loire)
This is an easy hike between the village of Roisey and Malleval. At the start of the hike, you can see the Saut de Lorette waterfall when there is water in winter and, on the way back, before arriving in Malleval, you will pass through the woods along the Ruisseau de l'Épervier stream, which will provide welcome refreshment if you are hiking in summer.
(!) Please note: access is prohibited along the stream at (8) due to a municipal by-law. Reported on 31 July 2025.
Malleval and the Rhône hillsides
Visorando Member 
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.
Circulars through vineyards and orchards starting from Saint-Pierre-de-Bœuf
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8.78 mi
+945 ft
-938 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Bœuf (Loire)
A gentle hike on the slopes of the Pilat massif. You will pass through orchards and vineyards with views of the Rhône and the foothills of the Vercors.
Around Chezenas
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10.48 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,247 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Bœuf (Loire)
A walk starting from Saint-Pierre-de-Boeuf that takes you past vineyards and orchards on the hills around Chezenas.
Bessey and its mysteries
Visorando Member 
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
Visorando Member 
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.
Chavanay - Bourg-Argental
Visorando Member 
14.77 mi
+2,707 ft
-1,558 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Chavanay (Loire)
Eleventh stage of the Way of St James. This stage is the first in the Massif Central and crosses the Pilat Regional Nature Park. In the foothills of the Rhône Valley, it allows you to gain some altitude.
From Chavanay to Malleval
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9.20 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,388 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chavanay (Loire)
Walk through the orchards of Chavanay. Best done in April when the fruit trees are in bloom. As a bonus, you'll see the charming village of Malleval and the Epervier valley.
Please note: read carefully at marker No. 8
Along the Rhône in Chavanay
Visorando Member 
4.20 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Chavanay (Loire)
A stroll to enjoy the fresh air along the banks of the Rhône. There is no elevation gain; the path runs alongside the Viarhôna, the cycle route from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean, before returning inland. The banks of the Rhône at this point are densely vegetated. It is a peaceful, easy walk.
The Bessey Plateau and the Batalon
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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 heights of Limony and the Limony valley
Visorando Member 
8.57 mi
+965 ft
-935 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Limony (Ardèche)
An easy hike starting from the village of Limony. Once you have climbed to the top, weather permitting, you will have a beautiful view of the Alps to the east. The return journey will take you along the Limony.
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 Maclas hills
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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.
Margarat Plateau, Roisey Forest
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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.
Historic Pélussin and the Scie valley
Visorando Member 
6.42 mi
+1,211 ft
-1,204 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pélussin (Loire)
This easy walk allows you to stroll around the beautiful village of Pélussin before plunging into the wooded valley of the Scie stream.It partly follows the Priel trail (Pelussin 1, yellow/white markings).
The Dentillon hut from Pelussin
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7.32 mi
+2,018 ft
-2,024 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Pélussin (Loire)
This walk starts from Pelussin (in the heart of Pilat) and involves a slight climb (just under 600 m) to keep you in shape, which rises continuously. You will arrive at the Dentillon hut, with its arboretum and orientation table. You can then continue on to the 3 dents, which will add another 45 minutes and 250m of elevation gain.
The Chemin du Tacot to the east of Pélussin
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9.15 mi
+1,647 ft
-1,650 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Pélussin (Loire)
At the start and end of the route, this circuit follows the Tacot, a local railway line that connected the two sides of the Pilat Massif, the Loire and the Rhône, until 1930. Magnificent views of the Pilat Massif, but above all of the Rhône Valley and the Alps, with Mont Blanc visible on the left when the sky is clear. Most of the circuit is in the forest.
The northern balconies of Pélussin
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5.30 mi
+623 ft
-607 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pélussin (Loire)
This short hike is an opportunity to discover the valleys north of the commune of Pélussin, while enjoying numerous views of this beautiful little village (two churches and a castle!), stretching along a ridge that slopes gently down towards the Rhône valley.
You can also enjoy beautiful views of the Pilat peaks (Les Trois Dents, Le Crêt de l'Oeillon).
From Sablons to the north of Île de la Platière
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6.40 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Sablons (Isère) (Isère)
A beautiful, easy hike on Île de la Platière that is a feast for the eyes.
The inland area is a protected natural zone. Don't forget to read the signs in this area and their explanations.
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