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Saint-Bauzile (Lozère) walks
Montialoux Castle as seen from Rouffiac
Visorando Member
3.58 mi
+1,093 ft
-1,070 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bauzile (Lozère) (Lozère)
A walk to explore the ruins of Montialoux Castle through the Mende State Forest. The castle is situated in the commune of Saint-Bauzile, in Lozère, right in the heart of the Valdonnez valley, in the former province of Gévaudan. Please note: this short walk involves a significant elevation gain.
Les Fonts - Rouffiac
5.37 mi
+1,414 ft
-1,411 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bauzile (Lozère) (Lozère)
In the commune of Saint-Bauzile, a walk that takes you from one side of the Bramont Valley to the other.See practical information.
Rocher du Lion de Balsièges and Fonts route
4.59 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,066 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Balsièges (Lozère)
This route allows you to discover the unusual "Lion" that dominates Balsièges. From its rocky outcrop, it watches over the valley. The hiking trail that runs along the Ravin du Choizal and the slopes of the Causse de Sauveterre will take you to the village of Les Fonts.
The troglodytic chapel and hermitage of San-Chaousou
3.34 mi
+712 ft
-696 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Balsièges (Lozère)
Discover the troglodytic chapel and hermitage of San-Chaousou (Saint-Joseph in the local dialect) on the slopes of the Causse de Changefège.
The Bramont Gorges, La Fage and Bassy
5.66 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,102 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-du-Valdonnez (Lozère)
An alternative route to walkno. 2842225:the Bramont Gorges and the hamlet of La Borie. Explore the Bramont Gorges starting from Saint-Étienne-du-Valdonnez, passing through the hamlet of La Fage and returning via Bassy. Most of the route runs through woodland. Beautiful views over the Cham des Bondons, the Echino d’Aze and one of the puechs, as well as the Truc de Balduc.
Circular walk around the abandoned hamlet of Les Paillers
1.36 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Balsièges (Lozère)
On the Causse de Sauveterre, a short walk to a hamlet, Les Paillers, which, like many villages on this plateau, was long completely abandoned by its inhabitants.
Today, several houses are coming back to life.
Around Lanuéjols via Château du Boy and Chapieu Farm
9.08 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,122 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lanuéjols (Lozère) (Lozère)
Starting from Lanuéjols, with its Gallo-Roman mausoleum and Romanesque church, this route winds its way through the valley and across the Causse de Mende. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to explore the Château du Boy, which belonged to the Barony of Tournel in the 14th century, and the Chapieu farmhouse, typical of the Causse region.
Bramont Gorges and the hamlet of La Borie
7.99 mi
+1,306 ft
-1,283 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-du-Valdonnez (Lozère)
Walk up the Bramont Gorges and explore a magnificent and picturesque area with its steep cliffs and turbulent river. This unusual landscape offers a pleasant cool spot in summer.
Pass through the small village of drystone shelter, with its typical Causse houses, located in the foothills of the Mont Lozère massif.
The circular Antennes Loop starting from Molines
7.38 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,115 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-du-Valdonnez (Lozère)
This is a circular trail, mainly through woodland, situated at the eastern end of the Causse de Sauveterre. In an area where there are still few walking routes, it offers beautiful views of the Truc de Balduc, Varazoux, Saint-Étienne-du-Valdonnez, the Bramont State Forest, and, further afield, the Plateau du Roi, dominated by the Truc de Fortunio (Margeride).
Circular route around Étang de Barrandon starting from Brajon
8.36 mi
+1,729 ft
-1,722 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lanuéjols (Lozère) (Lozère)
A lovely day’s walk alternating between woodland and meadows in the foothills of Mont Lozère, with some stunning views. Two alternative routes are available to enhance your enjoyment and discovery. Depending on the season, you’ll be treated to the colours of broom in spring and heather in autumn, not to mention the chance to pick blueberries in the height of summer.
Circular of Paros
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.46 mi
+1,175 ft
-1,181 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ispagnac (Lozère)
Starting from the small village of Paros (no, don't dream, it's not the Cyclades!) above Molines (commune of Ispagnac) in Lozère, this is a beautiful hike with views of the Tarn in the first part, then of the Causse du Sauveterre.
Around the hamlets of Asprettes and La Fagette
4.14 mi
+423 ft
-440 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Chastel-Nouvel (Lozère)
A pleasant hike through oak and beech forests to discover the Fagette waterfall and the hamlets of Asprettes and La Fagette, with their superb granite houses and old ovens.
Menhirs and the hamlet of La Fage
7.08 mi
+1,066 ft
-1,060 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Étienne-du-Valdonnez (Lozère)
The first part of the hike follows the Balade au pays des Menhirs discovery trail. The rest of the route continues to the hamlet of La Fage. In addition to the Clocher des Tourmentes bell tower marked on the IGN map, you can admire beautiful granite houses covered with slate tiles. Unfortunately, while some have been restored, others are partly abandoned.
Around Les Salces
8.96 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,201 ft
1.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Pelouse (Lozère)
Near Mende, a mountain bike ride around Les Salces joins aGR® route and can be adapted to suit your level of confidence.
The Petit Poucet trail on the Cham des Bondons
9.07 mi
+1,250 ft
-1,237 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Les Bondons (Lozère)
Menhirs are found in Brittany. The proof: the name itself is of Breton origin (maen hir = long stone). And even more so when they are made of granite.
But if I told you that one of Europe's main megalithic sites is in Lozère, would you believe me?
The standing stones along this route at the foot of Mont Lozère are like those scattered by Tom Thumb: just follow them to find your way.
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