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Les Sétoux-Tence
Thirteenth stage of the Way of St James. This stage begins the long descent towards Le Puy-en-Velay. After crossing the Pilat and the Vivarais, the Velay region will now accompany you for the next few stages. This route, just over 25 km long, is a tribute to nature, both in atmosphere and scenery.
History and landscapes of Marlhes
Enjoy a breath of fresh air in a part of Pilat that is full of valleys and rich in religious history.
Panoramic view from Grand Felletin
A pleasant little walk along a wide forest path, surrounded by tall pine trees, to the Grand Felletin orientation table and the magnificent panorama that can be seen from there. In September, take a basket with you, as there are mushrooms to be found.
North-east of Saint Romain-Lachalm
A long but easy hike on the plateau towards Saint-Romain-Lachalm in a landscape alternating between meadows, forests and rivers. Beautiful farm buildings still in use or converted. Crossing the Bois des Cartaires with its oratory dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
La Maumarcha and Le Grand Felletin
The Maumarcha or the fantastic trail of northern Vivarais: over (more than) 1.2 km, behind a tree or a rock, you will encounter strange characters... let your imagination run wild and be amazed by the whimsical creations of nature...
Then return via the Grand Felletin, where, according to the elders, it is possible to see the three suns at dawn, when the latter is reflected on Mont Blanc.
Crêt de Chaussitre via Saint-Régis-du-Coin
Set off to explore the Loire, starting from Saint-Régis-du-Coin and heading to Crêt de Chaussitre, which offers a magnificent view of Saint-Genest-Malifaux and its surroundings.
The Semène Valley from Lichemialle, at Saint-Pal-de-Mons
A lovely, easy walk through fields and woods in the Semène valley, with the option of picnicking by the river halfway along the route, at Le Prège.
La Maison dans la Nature - Col de la Charousse
A walk in the Taillard forest offers views of the last mountains of the southern Loire on one side and, on the other side, the Annonay basin, the Rhône valley and, on a clear day, the Alps.
Between the forest and the hamlet around Saint-Victor
Starting from Saint-Victor-Malescours, a route through woodland, a small hamlet and a plateau offering a lovely view.
Walk through the history of the Earth in Saint-Didier-en-Velay
This is the story of a 4.7 km route representing the 4.7 billion years of our planet's history. One kilometre corresponds to one billion years and, therefore, one metre (one large step) to one million years. Based on this symbolism, 21 panels have been placed along the route. The location of each panel, and therefore the corresponding period, recounts a major event that changed the course of Earth's evolution. This route, which follows the paths of Saint-Didier-en-Velay, is designed to be fun, historical and original.
Walk in the forest above Saint-Régis-du-Coin
A long, pleasant walk in summer through beautiful forests between the Col de la République and Saint-Régis-du-Coin. Can also be done in winter with snowshoes or even cross-country skis.
From Trois Croix to Chaussitre
Hike on the plateau from the Col de la République between Saint-Genest-Malifaux and Saint-Régis-du-Coin.
Boucle au départ du Col de la République
a peaceful walk with no difficult sections but not recommended for young children or pushchairs, through forest, alongside ponds and numerous fields in the Pilat Park.
Update 20/08/25: photos added and details provided for the fork at point (7)
Update 15/07/2025: route modified between points (5) and (7) due to the gradual disappearance of the path on the western edge of the pond.
From Le Grand Bois to Saint-Régis-du-Coin
An easy hike through the forests of Pilat. The route through the trees will take you to the Crêt de Chaussitre, where there is an orientation table offering a panoramic view of the nearby mountains and the Massif Central. The path takes you through the village of Saint-Régis-du-Coin, and further on, through the Gimel peat bogs. Near the end of the route, a second orientation table offers a superb view on a clear day, this time of the Alps.
The Polish maquis monument
This easy, short walk through the woods in the heart of the Grand Bois in the Pilat Regional Nature Park is a chance to remember a tragic event from the Second World War, around a small monument that has been somewhat forgotten as it does not appear on any maps.
Route updated on 18 July 2020.