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Saint-Clément-de-Valorgue walks
The volcanic crater of Montpeloux
Visorando Member
4.68 mi
+554 ft
-541 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saillant (Puy-de-Dôme)
A beautiful trail with, halfway through the hike, the discovery of the Montpeloux volcanic crater and its many informative panels (geology, history of the volcano, fauna, flora, etc.), an undeniable bonus for curious children!
Le Creux de l’Oulette and the Montpeloux rock formations
8.18 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,237 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saillant (Puy-de-Dôme)
This circular walk takes in two sites not to be missed if you’re in the area: the Creux de l’Oulette and its waterfall, and the Volcan de Montpeloux, a former basalt quarry converted into an open-air geological museum. Towards the end of the walk, the route follows a lovely path along the River Ance.
Col des Pradeaux – Col des Supeyres
6.88 mi
+1,020 ft
-440 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Grandrif (Puy-de-Dôme)
This is stage 1 of a mini-trek that can be completed in two days, linking two iconic passes in the Forez region. From the Col des Pradeaux, you’ll make your way to the Col des Supeyres. During this walk, you’ll be able to admire the Pradeaux Dam, the Hautes Chaumes and the iconic shepherd's huts.
Lac des Pradeaux via The Shepherd's Hut at La Fayolle
7.34 mi
+551 ft
-531 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Grandrif (Puy-de-Dôme)
This is a beautiful hike that is accessible due to its low elevation gain. You will set off to explore the Livradois-Forez plateaus on passable paths with plenty of shaded sections.
Chazelles-sur-Lavieu–Verrières circular loop
10.34 mi
+1,867 ft
-1,873 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chazelles-sur-Lavieu (Loire)
A lovely walk, partly through woodland in the Monts du Forez, passing by the Saut du Diable waterfall.
Walk in Viverols
0.57 mi
+108 ft
-115 ft
0h 20
Easy
Departure from Viverols (Puy-de-Dôme)
A mini-hike to discover a pretty village and the remains of its castle, beautiful houses and pretty street signs.
Walk around Viverols and its ruined fortress
5.50 mi
+666 ft
-656 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Viverols (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk, perhaps with the family, to discover the remains of the Viverols fortress and, in April, to marvel at the meadows covered with daffodils.
The Stone with Seven Holes
3.39 mi
+315 ft
-331 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Anthème (Puy-de-Dôme)
From the car park at the Col de Baracuchet, situated 6 km from the village of Lérigneux via the D113, you’ll enjoy a stunning view of the peaks of the Haute-Loire and Mont Mézenc. This walk (PR®20) will take you past the Pierre aux Sept Trous and close to the Grande Pierre Bazanne.
PR® 20 trail
Montarcher: a church and a village perched in the heart of the Forez region.
5.81 mi
+912 ft
-909 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Estivareilles (Loire) (Loire)
This hike takes you along sunken paths in the heart of the forest, old paved trails and tracks across meadows, culminating in a view of Montarcher standing on its rocky spur. Magnificent crosses dot this circuit.
Circular route from Verrières to Lérigneux and Bard
11.83 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,844 ft
7h 05
Moderate
Departure from Verrières-en-Forez (Loire)
A lovely walk through countryside and woodland in the Monts du Forez.
The Chemin des Maquis
5.15 mi
+764 ft
-764 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
This route takes you to the highest point in the commune of Lérigneux, in the Hautes Chaumes, where you’ll follow in the footsteps of the local maquis. You’ll be able to enjoy an exceptional panoramic view of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
PR®19trail.
The Cotayet springs
4.35 mi
+732 ft
-751 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
This route, which runs largely through coniferous woodland, offers beautiful views of the village of Lérigneux and the hamlets of Dovezy, Le Bouchet and Le Fay. It crosses the Ruisseau du Cotayet (the name of the Moingt river – an upper tributary of the Vizézy).
PR® 18
Le Cheix des Lunes
5.44 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,148 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lérigneux (Loire)
Starting from the LPO car park, after taking in the exceptional views, you’ll walk through pretty hamlets and beautiful forests.
PR®17trail.
On the plateaus and the summit of Pierre-sur-Haute
11.62 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,129 ft
7 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Valcivières (Puy-de-Dôme)
A long and extensive snowshoe walk (on foot or on cross-country skis) across the vast plateaus and valleys to the west of Pierre-sur-Haute, followed by an ascent to the summit to take in the view.
Between forests and high stubble fields in the Forez region.
10.90 mi
+1,398 ft
-1,378 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Valcivières (Puy-de-Dôme)
Day hike with little elevation gain in the Monts du Forez and the wild Hautes Chaumes.
It is advisable to climb to the summit of Montiallier for the view.
This can be done in winter with snowshoes and even cross-country skis.
Great spot for snowkiting at the Col des Supeyres.
Col des Supeyres to Col du Béal
8.78 mi
+1,178 ft
-1,099 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Valcivières (Puy-de-Dôme)
Spend two days discovering one of the most beautiful destinations in “France à cheval”.
Charavan Valley
Local authority2.69 mi
+276 ft
-292 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Bard (Loire)
You will discover the charms of Charavan, Bard and the Forez plain from an enchanting perspective.
Chemin de Cordailleux
3.45 mi
+541 ft
-538 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bard (Loire)
On leaving the village, as you head down towards the wash house along the sunny side of the hillside, you can admire the Charavan ravine and the Bouchat woods. The footbridge over this stream leads to a disused leat, a reminder of rural life in days gone by. The return route via the Charavan footbridges passes close to a ‘devil’s game’ hidden beneath the moss. On the flat stretch, the Montel picnic area and book box provide a pleasant end to this walk.
The village of Bard and its two rivers
6.89 mi
+823 ft
-814 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bard (Loire)
This walk, starting from the village of Bard, will take you along the banks of the two streams that flow through the commune: the Cotayet and the Bouchat. You’ll enjoy lovely views of the mountains and the Forez plain.
The Pic and the Cotayet
3.65 mi
+686 ft
-666 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Bard (Loire)
This route crosses the River Cotayet twice and offers varied scenery: low stone walls, beech groves, paths lined with hazel trees, and views over the plain and the Alps.
The Roman road starting from Vinols and passing through the village of Bard
7.61 mi
+1,673 ft
-1,647 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bard (Loire)
This route will take you from Vinols to Bard, featuring a few steep climbs. In Bard, you can enjoy a meal at the Auberge de la Grand Font. On the way back, a short detour via the Roman road will offer you a magnificent view of the Forez plain.
Le Bout du Monde from Vinols
3.14 mi
+463 ft
-479 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Bard (Loire)
After passing through Bellevue, you’ll walk alongside the vineyards and reach a plateau from where you’ll see the Vizézy Gorges and the village of Essertines to your right, and the tower of Old Ecotay and the Cotayet Valley to your left.
You’ll cross the Cotayet and pass through beech woods. Following a steep path, you’ll reach the ‘end of the world’, near the ruins of an old hamlet. Taking a path through the valley, you’ll reach Vinols.
Vé Vinau
3.09 mi
+630 ft
-640 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Bard (Loire)
This route will allow you to discover the hamlet of Vinols from different angles. It crosses the Cotayet twice and winds its way through woods of Garoles and Fayards.
Le Vieil Écotay
5.04 mi
+873 ft
-889 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Bard (Loire)
After passing through the hamlet of Celle, a pleasant hillside path descends to the Charavan river, then climbs back up to Quérézieux, surrounded by deciduous trees. The descent offers a splendid view of Bard, then of Vieil-Écotay nestled at the bottom of the valley, with its beautiful stone houses, castle, church, wash house, and two rivers that meet under a magnificent little stone bridge.
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