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Marcilly-le-Châtel walks
On the trails of Château Sainte-Anne
Visorando Member
5.77 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,027 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Marcilly-le-Châtel (Loire)
This circular route passes by Château Sainte-Anne in Marcilly-le-Châtel, then through the vineyards of the Forez to Le Vieux Bourg, before continuing through the forest to La Goutte des Brosses.
Goutelas Castle and Bélizar’s Tomb
2.13 mi
+410 ft
-404 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Marcoux (Loire) (Loire)
Goutelas Castle and Bélizar’s Tomb: a walk through woodland and vineyards, with views over the plain...
Madone circuit in Champdieu
5.38 mi
+594 ft
-587 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Champdieu (Loire)
A short family route offering a chance to explore the heights of Champdieu with unobstructed views of the Forez plain.
Walk around Sail-sous-Couzan
4.57 mi
+843 ft
-830 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Sail-sous-Couzan (Loire)
A walk in Sail-sous-Couzan offering the chance to discover the Baume dam and the Grotte des Fées.
The Sail-sous-Couzan Castle circular route
7.78 mi
+1,539 ft
-1,526 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sail-sous-Couzan (Loire)
This circular walk begins at the sparkling mineral water spring in the village of Sail-sous-Couzan, almost directly opposite the ‘Fontfort’ kiosk, its former site. Running mainly through woodland, the route takes us to the fortified castle and the Chapel of Notre-Dame de Couzan.
Route of the Fraisse Chapel via Mont Sémiol
5.79 mi
+896 ft
-906 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Châtelneuf (Loire) (Loire)
This route passes near an ancient volcano, Mont Sémiol, which offers beautiful views of the Forez plain from its heights, then continues to the Fraisse Chapel at an altitude of 1,012 metres.
The waterfall route in Essertines-en-Châtelneuf
5.27 mi
+965 ft
-971 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Essertines-en-Châtelneuf (Loire)
Starting from the village of Essertines-en-Châtelneuf, this route, winding through woodland and countryside, passes through small hamlets and by the Trézaillette Waterfall.
Vizézy Valley Circular Tour
4.81 mi
+1,142 ft
-1,129 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Essertines-en-Châtelneuf (Loire)
This circular route passes through the medieval site and Saint-Étienne Chapel, with the Source du Pic, which was once considered miraculous. The route then follows the river, before returning via the Bois d’Hérieux. A walk offering stunning views over the Vizézy valley.
From Puy de Chavanne to the Ligeay Waterfalls via the Bois de Grand Val
7.97 mi
+1,476 ft
-1,473 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Palogneux (Loire)
Starting from the village of Palogneux, this route takes you past the basalt columns of the Puy de Chavanne, then on to the fabulous Ligeay waterfalls. The return journey takes you through the Bois de Grand Val.
The basalt columns of Puy de Chavanne and the Ligeay waterfalls
10.68 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,844 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Palogneux (Loire)
Starting from the village of Palogneux, this route takes you past the basalt columns of the Puy de Chavanne, before continuing on to the Ligeay waterfalls. The route then follows a circular route along theGR®89to the village of Les Places, before returning to the village via the Goutte Crémière and the Épeurios.
The mountain-pass route starting from Palogneux
5.72 mi
+961 ft
-942 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Palogneux (Loire)
Starting from the village of Palogneux, this forest route passes by the Saint-Roch Chapel on its way to the hamlet of Boissel. It then returns to the village via the Col du Las and the Col de la Grande Roue.
Vé Vinau
Local authority3.09 mi
+630 ft
-640 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Bard (Loire)
This route will allow you to discover the hamlet of Vinols from different angles. It crosses the Cotayet twice and winds its way through woods of Garoles and Fayards.
Le Vieil Écotay
5.04 mi
+873 ft
-889 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Bard (Loire)
After passing through the hamlet of Celle, a pleasant hillside path descends to the Charavan river, then climbs back up to Quérézieux, surrounded by deciduous trees. The descent offers a splendid view of Bard, then of Vieil-Écotay nestled at the bottom of the valley, with its beautiful stone houses, castle, church, wash house, and two rivers that meet under a magnificent little stone bridge.
The Roman road starting from Vinols and passing through the village of Bard
7.61 mi
+1,673 ft
-1,647 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bard (Loire)
This route will take you from Vinols to Bard, featuring a few steep climbs. In Bard, you can enjoy a meal at the Auberge de la Grand Font. On the way back, a short detour via the Roman road will offer you a magnificent view of the Forez plain.
Le Bout du Monde from Vinols
3.14 mi
+463 ft
-479 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Bard (Loire)
After passing through Bellevue, you’ll walk alongside the vineyards and reach a plateau from where you’ll see the Vizézy Gorges and the village of Essertines to your right, and the tower of Old Ecotay and the Cotayet Valley to your left.
You’ll cross the Cotayet and pass through beech woods. Following a steep path, you’ll reach the ‘end of the world’, near the ruins of an old hamlet. Taking a path through the valley, you’ll reach Vinols.
Circular of Garnier shepherd's huts starting from Courreau
10.40 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,611 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-le-Courreau (Loire)
A beautiful walk to the high pastures, passing by the shepherd's hut de Garnier and the beautiful Chorsin waterfall.
The Roman road starting from Lérigneux
7.35 mi
+1,283 ft
-1,273 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
This route, starting from Lérigneux, will take you along the Roman road, with lovely views accompanying you all the way. On your return, you can enjoy a refreshing drink in the village at the Coin des Écureuils.
Le Puy de Montchaud
5.19 mi
+823 ft
-840 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
Route created by the “Chemins” committee of the municipality of Lérigneux.
PR®15.
The Trézaillette Valley
4.76 mi
+679 ft
-686 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
Starting from the village of Lérigneux, this route will take you through magnificent countryside with views of the Forez, the Lyonnais and perhaps even the Alps.
PR® 16
Between Cotayet and Trézaillette
10.47 mi
+1,611 ft
-1,634 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
Go even further! It gets even more beautiful! This route combines sections of ourPR®15,PR®17andPR®16trails.
The Cotayet valley, starting from Lérigneux
2.69 mi
+420 ft
-404 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
Starting from the Place des Écureuils in Lérigneux, this route takes you across the River Cotayet twice, offering stunning views of the Forez plain and the village.
PR® 14 trail
Le Cheix des Lunes
5.44 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,148 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
Starting from the LPO car park, after taking in the exceptional views, you’ll walk through pretty hamlets and beautiful forests.
PR®17trail.
The Cotayet springs
4.35 mi
+732 ft
-751 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
This route, which runs largely through coniferous woodland, offers beautiful views of the village of Lérigneux and the hamlets of Dovezy, Le Bouchet and Le Fay. It crosses the Ruisseau du Cotayet (the name of the Moingt river – an upper tributary of the Vizézy).
PR® 18
The Chemin des Maquis
5.15 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
This route takes you to the highest point in the commune of Lérigneux, in the Hautes Chaumes, where you’ll follow in the footsteps of the local maquis. You’ll be able to enjoy an exceptional panoramic view of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
PR®19trail.