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Montselgues - Fereyrolles route
Visorando Member
5.57 mi
+1,893 ft
-1,870 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Montselgues (Ardèche)
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).
Montselgues - Ourlette
5.83 mi
+984 ft
-1,919 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montselgues (Ardèche)
This was the last stage of our tour of the Chap del Bosc national forest, a short stage to give us time to get home afterwards.It was a magnificent stage in ever-changing greenery, with mushrooms, flowers, forest and inviting streams.We didn't meet anyone there.
Circular above the Chamier valley.
8.05 mi
+1,598 ft
-1,591 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Montselgues (Ardèche)
A beautiful balcony hike with superb views of the Ruisseau de Chamier valley. In autumn, the colours are magnificent. We start from the Montselgues plateau and descend gently into the valley before climbing back up to the Montselgues plateau in a fairly strenuous climb.
The Montselgues chaos in sporty mode
9.41 mi
+2,172 ft
-2,165 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Montselgues (Ardèche)
A challenging first part of the walk:- Long descent to the Borne valley.- Ascent along the left bank of the river with a tricky but well-maintained section.- Long climb up to the plateau.Then it's a "stroll" with a beautiful crossing of the granite chaos near La Borie.
Le Chambon - Petit Paris circuit
7.35 mi
+2,205 ft
-2,192 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Sablières (Ardèche)
This circuit allows you to see the famous Gargantua's balls.
Ferme de l'Espinas circular loop
5.86 mi
+1,765 ft
-1,785 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Malarce-sur-la-Thines (Ardèche)
A very pretty path, mostly paved slanting street and mostly open, offering views of the valley, the village of Thines and the surrounding ridges.
At the top of the circular route, you will discover the Ferme de l'Espinas, dating from the 13th and 14th centuries and listed as a historic monument.
Thines - Montselgues circuit
11.10 mi
+2,149 ft
-2,123 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Malarce-sur-la-Thines (Ardèche)
A pleasant loop, first through chestnut trees and then along the Roman road on the plateau above Montselgues.
Thines... a jewel perched high above
6.12 mi
+1,362 ft
-1,362 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean (Ardèche)
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!
Circular on the Espinasse ridge
6.92 mi
+2,064 ft
-2,060 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Sablières (Ardèche)
A long climb up the ridge with a balcony view of Sablières and the valley, and beautiful meadows at the top. The descent is through the forest on slightly stony paths, passing through the hamlets of Lacham de Merle and Granzial.
Belvédère and balconies of the Chassezac
3.66 mi
+223 ft
-223 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Prévenchères (Lozère)
A short, very easy hike that can be done with the family. The first 500 m section follows the Chassezac viewpoint route with magnificent views of the gorges and the Roure plateau opposite. On a clear day, you can see Mont Ventoux. The second part follows part of the greenway, created on the abandoned route of the old RN106. On the way back, it passes through fields and hamlets to return to the starting point, with beautiful views of the village of La Garde Guérin, which is well worth a visit.
The Chassezac Gorges upstream from La Garde Guérin
4.08 mi
+732 ft
-709 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Prévenchères (Lozère)
A challenging hike around La Garde Guérin. The route takes in the Chassezac Gorges and the Cévennes railway line. It passes close to the Albespeyres tunnel, which is over 1,500 metres long. Return via the Régordane path and La Garde Guérin golf course.
The Goulet Forest from Prévenchères
11.22 mi
+1,381 ft
-1,371 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Prévenchères (Lozère)
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
5.48 mi
+1,913 ft
-1,913 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Prévenchères (Lozère)
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
6.65 mi
+1,801 ft
-1,804 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Prévenchères (Lozère)
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
8.02 mi
+1,175 ft
-1,175 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Prévenchères (Lozère)
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
4.64 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,257 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Prévenchères (Lozère)
Descent into the Chassezac Gorges from La Garde-Guérin, a magnificent fortified village.
Lauzes route in Saint-Mélany
9.11 mi
+1,955 ft
-1,955 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Mélany (Ardèche)
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.
Planzolles - Saint-Mélany circular starting from Cornis
6.61 mi
+1,693 ft
-1,693 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean (Ardèche)
Circular walking route from Planzolles to Saint-Mélany, at Pont de la Brousse. Return with beautiful views of the surrounding valleys.
Tour of Lake Villefort
4.51 mi
+502 ft
-528 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Villefort (Lozère) (Lozère)
A stone's throw from the Gorges du Chassezac, this is an interesting short hike with the option of swimming at the end.
Watchtower and hot spring of Saint-Laurent-les-Bains
2.99 mi
+666 ft
-663 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-les-Bains (Ardèche)
Short route on the heights of Saint-Laurent-les-Bains to the watchtower overlooking the village.
You can enjoy the hot spring (53°C) located in the central square as well as the thermal baths.
Around Notre-Dame des Neiges in Saint-Laurent-les-Bains
2.85 mi
+308 ft
-305 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-les-Bains (Ardèche)
Make the most of your visit to the Abbey of Notre-Dame des Neiges by taking this short circular walk through the woods.
Notre-Dame-des-Neiges abbey - Chasseradès
9.62 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,020 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Laurent-les-Bains (Ardèche)
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.
Between the ridges and valleys of the Cévennes at Saint-Laurent-les-Bains
17.60 mi
+3,967 ft
-3,963 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Laurent-les-Bains (Ardèche)
A challenging walk through a wild valley dotted with abandoned villages, then along the Atlantic-Mediterranean watershed.
Part ofthe GR®7and a variant of theGR®7GRP®GR®72, very well-marked route.
Lake Villefort on the Altier side
6.42 mi
+2,047 ft
-2,047 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Villefort (Lozère) (Lozère)
A challenging hike along the steepest section of Lake Villefort.
Sentier des Gardes trail between Valgorge and Loubaresse
6.58 mi
+1,627 ft
-1,621 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Valgorge (Ardèche)
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 bastide of Puylaurent via Le Fraisse
3.26 mi
+449 ft
-459 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Bastide-Puylaurent (Lozère)
Circular walk through the woodland and the Lozère countryside. Please note: there are two streams to cross on the route; this walk is best undertaken during dry weather.
Circular routes from La Bastide-Puylaurent to Notre-Dame des Neiges Abbey
6.46 mi
+653 ft
-659 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Bastide-Puylaurent (Lozère)
Circular Écureuil and Busard loop. Set off along the paths towards Notre-Dame des Neiges Abbey and the Allier Valley. This hike can also be done in the opposite direction.
Circular forest loop starting from La Bastide-Puylaurent
13.03 mi
+1,923 ft
-1,936 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from La Bastide-Puylaurent (Lozère)
A long, very shaded route where only the distance may pose a problem. The bulk of the climb is between points (7) and (10), but it is fairly steady. The route passes through the Laveyrune forest rather than via the abbey as it is less crowded, but it is easy to head down to Notre-Dame des Neiges and return via theGR®7.
La Mourade and Le Thort from La Bastide-Puylaurent
8.81 mi
+1,486 ft
-1,486 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Bastide-Puylaurent (Lozère)
A very pleasant, bucolic hike on well-marked paths, with no major technical difficulties.
You will pass through varied landscapes with numerous panoramic views.
The Col du Pré la Dame in a circular fashion from Villefort
29.04 mi
+3,527 ft
-3,504 ft
3 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Villefort (Lozère) (Lozère)
This is a must-see pass in the Cévennes, reached by a 15 km climb with an average gradient of 7%, followed by a beautiful descent to Génolhac. The return journey involves a short climb towards Concoules, followed by a much easier section to Villefort.
Tanargue – Beaume Valley: the paragliders’ ‘playground’
Tourism professional
11.38 mi
+2,844 ft
-2,828 ft
7h 45
Moderate
Departure from Valgorge (Ardèche)
In paragliding jargon, the ‘bocal’ is a local flying area from which the pilot knows they can always reach the official landing site.
For them, “leaving the bocal” means breaking free, changing valleys, and setting off on a cross-country flight.
This route, starting from the Chambon ‘atéro’ and then passing through the Col de Meyrand ‘déco’, could make for a great cross-country flight!
As you fly along the southern flank of the Tanargue (and its ridges), you’ll discover the magnificent Beaume Valley, upstream from Valgorge.
The Paillère Valley
13.35 mi
+2,667 ft
-2,667 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Villefort (Lozère) (Lozère)
A long walk where you head up the Paillère valley through the woods before fording the stream. An easy climb then to reach the ridge at Col de Rabusat and return via the GR® trail, which offers beautiful views of the Paillère valley to the west and the Cèze valley to the east.Use of the app is strongly recommended.
Sentier des Ferjasses loop trail through the Tanargue massif
7.38 mi
+2,526 ft
-2,523 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Valgorge (Ardèche)
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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