Saint-Alban-d'Ay walks

A hike in the Ardèche countryside at the foot of the Roche des Vents.

A pleasant walk that will allow you to discover small hamlets, some restored, others not... A glimpse of northern Ardèche, not far from Annonay.

A short family hike along pretty little paths and trails in Quintenas, including the "Pont des Amis" bridge.

Walk on the plateau between Quintenas and Ardoix with an exploration of the Goueille and Manoha streams. Moderator's note Difficulty between (3) and (4), see reviews.

An easy route around the village of Quintenas with beautiful views, well-maintained trails and heritage sites restored by volunteers from the local community.

What remains of this feudal castle, which dominates the villages of Préaux and Satillieu from its height of 880 metres? A few ruins overgrown with vegetation and the legend of the last lord who pursued a shepherdess and was killed by the Virgin Mary, who had heard her prayers. A former Roman military post, it was a stronghold where the population came to seek shelter in times of danger.Let your thoughts and imagination take you back to distant times.

An oppidum, a mushroom discovery trail and a 12th-century church punctuate this superb route, which promises beautiful panoramic views from the heights of the various screes and Mont Chaix overlooking the Ay valley.

A refreshing summer walk to enjoy with the family, discovering the three springs of the Sucs de Barry and de Vent.

A pleasant hike allowing you to discover the beautiful forests, mountains and landscapes of the Ardèche.

A walk around Saint-Symphorien-de-Mahun alternates between forest undergrowth and flower-filled meadows, high altitude with panoramic views and bucolic valleys, century-old forest paths built stone by stone by hand and those made with bulldozers. In places, it feels like you are walking on a green carpet. Let yourself be surprised by the diversity of the places and landscapes.

Take a short detour through the Cance Valley, Roche Péréandre and the legend of André, then cross the suspension bridge over the Cance.

A short, easy hike around Villevocance which, on a clear day, offers panoramic views of the Rhône Valley, the Alps, Burdignes and the Vocance Valley.

A short walk off the beaten track. Short but intense at the start, it follows paths that have almost been forgotten, including one along a cliff edge.

Climb and ramble along the ridges above Annonay. Beautiful view of the Alps and Pilat.

Between the departments of Ardèche and Loire, follow La Masse to reach Burdignes, continuing towards Croix Fleurie and then Toissieu, traversing the ridges with superb views.

This is a beautiful hike in the hills, offering superb views of the Rhône valley and the Alps, as well as the northern Vivarais mountains. On the way back to Annonay, the trail winds above the Cance valley before it becomes a gorge once you have passed Annonay. The crossing of the ridges with broom in bloom in late spring will not leave nature lovers indifferent.

Set off to explore the ruins of Mahun Castle and the famous scree. Do bear in mind, however, that the first part of the walk is quite strenuous.

A circular route starting from Vernosc-lès-Annonay, offering views of the rocky peak of Roche Péréandre (a climbing site), as well as the suspension bridge designed by Marc Seguin, a native of Annonay. His technique was, in fact, used all over the world, such as on the Tancarville Bridge in Normandy, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and the Brooklyn Bridge in New York.

Set off to explore the famous Roche Péréandre rock and the nearby river called the Cance, as well as the Marc Seguin footbridge, named after the inventor of suspension bridges! Put on your trainers, it's time to set off on an adventure!

Hike along the slopes of the Cance Valley to the ridges leading to the Haute-Loire.

This hike will take you on a journey through the Cance Valley. Along the way, you will discover the industrial past of this region, now surrounded by nature, including the old disused railway line, the Marc Seguin suspension bridge and the remains of the old spinning mills. You will pass by Roche Péréandre, which is an astonishing geological feature.

This is a lovely little loop to enjoy Montmiandon, with a beautiful view of the Annonay basin. The elevation gain is low, but it offers a very pleasant view of Annonay. Much of the trail is in the woods, making it possible to do this loop even when it's hot.

Hike in the northern Ardèche countryside with beautiful views and interesting heritage.

On the Ardèche plateau, starting from the village of Saint-Jeure-d'Ay, along Lac des Meinettes and through the hills.

Walk in the Ardèche foothills with interesting heritage sites.

A circular loop starting from the entrance to the L’Oasis campsite, in the hamlet of Le Petit Chaléat. It leads to Ardoix via the small hamlet of Fourany, crossing the River Ay twice: at the Minodier bridge and at the L’Oasis campsite bridge.

Beautiful views of the Vocance valleys, the Annonay region, the Pilat massif and, on a clear day, the entire Vercors chain with the Alps in the background. A breath of fresh air in the Taillard forest.

This is an easy, short walk on good stony paths. There are beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Tip: best done in mid-May when the broom is in bloom. Be careful, there is little shade, so avoid the hottest times of day.

A short walk through small valleys, ending by the tranquil lake.

A long walk to a magnificent viewpoint on the border between the Loire and Ardèche regions. In good weather, you can see as far as Mont Blanc, the Alps, the Vercors and even Mont Ventoux.

Starting from the village of Vaudevant, this pleasant loop takes you on a journey of discovery through varied and peaceful countryside. The trail alternates between high ground, offering beautiful views of the Ardèche hills, and shaded passages through the undergrowth, ideal for enjoying a little coolness. You will pass through the hamlets of Brudon and Sauze, which bear witness to the local rural heritage, before returning leisurely to the starting point. Easily accessible and without any major difficulties, this walk is suitable for anyone looking to enjoy a beautiful break in the heart of the Ardèche countryside.

Discover the village of Saint-Victor and its imposing neighbouring mountain. The walk begins by following aGR® route but then takes you along steep, narrow paths leading up to the mountain’s near-summit. I recommend this hike before the warm spring days, as some paths may prove almost impassable due to the sometimes dense vegetation.

A pleasant hike in the Ardèche foothills and the lands of the legendary "L'Ardéchoise" cycling race.

Horse ride starting from the Balayn riding stage, which circles Vaudevant via the ridges.Some good gallops in store from the Col du Gibet.

Cette randonnée conduit à Pailharès, charmant village fortifié à l'Est de Saint-Félicien.

Une randonnée pour découvrir la partie Sud-Ouest de Saint-Félicien où l'on contourne les ruines du Château de Rochefort.

A lovely walk in the hills above Saint-Clair and Boulieu-lès-Annonay. There’s a little bit of tarmac road, but not too much. On the other hand, there are magnificent views of the Vercors range – from the Grande Moucherolle to the Veymont, then from the Trois Becs to the Rhône valley – followed by the Sécheras and Quintenas plateaus and the whole of the Annonay plain.

A relatively easy walk to a viewpoint overlooking the Rhône valley, the Pilat and Ardèche mountains, and a superb view of the Alps on clear days.

Hike between mountains and valleys on the edge of the Ardèche, with the religious heritage of the village of Lalouvesc, a place of pilgrimage dedicated to Saint-Jean-François Régis and Sister Thérèse Couderc. At the end of the route, cross the wind farm.

A breath of fresh air in the Taillard Forest and beautiful views of the Pilat massif and the Annonay Basin. In autumn, you might even come across a few porcini mushrooms!

Lalouvesc (at an altitude of 1,100 metres) is the meeting point of theGR® 420 and 430 trails. Lalouvesc has manyPR® (white and yellow) trails. This hike takes you along theGR® 420 and 430 and PR® trails. It skirts around the Chaix and Besset mountains. It stays at a high altitude, as none of the trails described here descend into the valley. Lalouvesc is also a remarkable site from which, on a clear day, you can see the Alps.

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.

An easy hike that allows you to discover Lac des Meinettes and the trail that runs around it. A beautiful view of the Ardèche plateau above the nearby Rhône valley.

A very pleasant walk through the countryside and forest with panoramic views of the Rhône valley and the Alps. The route is on good paths with an easy climb. The route is fully marked in either red/yellow or white/yellow.