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Montselgues - Fereyrolles route

A beautiful hike through the chestnut trees, starting from "Le Sentier des Morts qui tue les Vivants" (The Path of the Dead that Kills the Living).
Le Chambon - Petit Paris circuit

This circuit allows you to see the famous Gargantua's balls.
Thines - Montselgues circuit

A pleasant loop, first through chestnut trees and then along the Roman road on the plateau above Montselgues.
Thines... a jewel perched high above

This hike takes you to the village of Thines and the Church of Notre-Dame, undoubtedly a jewel of Romanesque art in the heart of the Cévennes mountains. All along this trail, the view of the village and the wild mountains surrounding it is magnificent!
The Goulet Forest from Prévenchères
Hike north of Prévenchères with a reasonable elevation gain. The weak point of the hike is, of course, the start on tarmac, but it allows you to warm up with the Chassezac on your left. After that, it's just paths and trails between mountain pastures and forest.
La Garde-Guérin loop

A beautiful loop from the wonderful 12th-century village of La Garde-Guérin to the Cévennes plateau. Pass through the Chassezac, where you can take a dip if you wish.
From La Garde-Guérin to the Chassezac Gorges - return via the Roure plateau

From the medieval village of La Garde-Guérin, there is a steep descent into the Chassezac gorges, then a climb up to the opposite plateau and finally back to the village via the hamlet of Albespeyres.
From La Garde-Guérin to Lake Villefort

Loop starting from La Garde-Guérin towards Lac de Villefort, crossing a wooded area then climbing back up to the medieval village via the Voie Régordane after skirting the northern end of the lake.
03/01/2024: Route modified between 1 and 3.
La Garde-Guérin - Les Gorges du Chassezac - Fangeas - Le Mont

Descent into the Chassezac Gorges from La Garde-Guérin, a magnificent fortified village.
Lauzes route in Saint-Mélany

On this route, you will discover works of art, but also the use of slate in the construction of houses, paths and bridges. Don't hesitate to make a longer stop at Dompnac.
On the way back, after Merle, crossing the Sueille stream can sometimes be tricky, especially after heavy rain, and you may get wet.
Tour of Lake Villefort

A stone's throw from the Gorges du Chassezac, this is an interesting short hike with the option of swimming at the end.
Notre-Dame-des-Neiges abbey - Chasseradès

Sixth stage of a complete journey on the Chemin de Stevenson between Le Puy-en-Velay and Alès. This stage may include significant changes to the GR®70 signposting.
Sentier des Gardes trail between Valgorge and Loubaresse

This historic trail was used by forest rangers who patrolled the paths between the valley and the Ardèche plateau. This route is ideal for starting or ending a stay in the area as the elevation gain is not particularly challenging. There is a breathtaking view of the Tanargue and a return trip on the old Valgorge road once used by carts. The people of the Ardèche usually take this route on 18 August, the day of the traditional Loubaresse fair.
The Paillère Valley

This is a long walk up the Paillère valley through the woods before fording the river. The climb back up to the Col de Rabusat ridge is easy, and the return via the GR® offers beautiful views of the Paillère valley to the west and the Cèze valley to the east.Use of the app is highly recommended.
Sentier des Ferjasses loop trail through the Tanargue massif

This circular hike takes you to the Tanargue plateau via a magnificent trail. Once on the plateau, you can follow the ridge trail to discover superb views of the Ardèche mountains.
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