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Saint-Frézal-de-Ventalon walks
The heights of Saint-Privat
Visorando Member
2.56 mi
+610 ft
-610 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Privat-de-Vallongue (Lozère)
Circular loop in the forest above Saint-Privat. Magnificent old chestnut trees and a small viewpoint.
Soubrelargue Valley
National Park
6.43 mi
+1,650 ft
-1,644 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Privat-de-Vallongue (Lozère)
A lovely exploration of this valley via a ridge path, dominated by the Château de Bellegarde, now in ruins. Back in the deep valleys of the Cévennes, opened up in the early 18th century by the railway.
Ventalon ridge via Soleyrols
8.70 mi
+2,182 ft
-2,185 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Andéol-de-Clerguemort (Lozère)
An easy walk consisting of a series of ascents and descents. The landscape is varied, with numerous stretches through chestnut groves, a few streams crossed twice via footbridges in excellent condition, and some beautiful views, particularly from the Ventalon ridge, not to mention some lovely hamlets restored in the typical Cévennes style.
Loop south of Mont Lozère via Vialas
14.69 mi
+3,281 ft
-3,291 ft
9h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Maurice-de-Ventalon (Lozère)
This beautiful loop allows you to discover the variety of landscapes in the south of Mont Lozère, including forests, pastures and granite hamlets on the plateau. There are superb views throughout the route. Some may find this hike challenging due to its length and elevation gain, but it offers magnificent views.
La Croix de Berthel and the Pont du Tarn
10.39 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,434 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-de-Ventalon (Lozère)
Route starting from the Col de la Croix de Berthel in the heart of the southern Cévennes. A day hike without any major difficulties.
Col des Abeilles trail
5.90 mi
+1,142 ft
-1,145 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-André-de-Lancize (Lozère)
The circular route takes you through a beautiful forest (particularly welcome in hot weather). There are some magnificent views during the first half of the route, including a 360° view, allowing you to admire the surrounding mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.
Towards the Rochers de Trenze via Gourdouse to Vialas
8.37 mi
+2,687 ft
-2,674 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Vialas (Lozère)
A magnificent hike amid broom and granite boulders.
Beautiful descent between the ridge and the village of Vialas.
Superb ridge trail along the impressive Trenze rock face.
Pont de La Sale - Pont Rouge
2.37 mi
+538 ft
-522 ft
1h 35
Moderate
Departure from Vialas (Lozère)
A short walk along the Luech, following an old irrigation canal.
Return via the road.
A few short steep sections mean that this walk is classified as moderate, despite the short distance.
The Monvert Bridge: towards the Tarn bridge
11.04 mi
+1,568 ft
-1,549 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-de-Ventalon (Lozère)
A very beautiful hike that takes you from the undergrowth of the Bougès National Forest up to the Tarn plain and the foothills of Mont Lozère.
Roc de Galta
3.38 mi
+666 ft
-653 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-de-Calberte (Lozère)
By taking the Route Royale between St-Germain-de-Calberte and Barre-des-Cévennes, you’ll reach the Galta rock ridge and discover beautiful views over the St-Martin-de-Lansuscle valley and the Cévennes, from Mont Lozère to the summit of Aigoual.
The Rocs de Galta
6.18 mi
+1,473 ft
-1,470 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-de-Calberte (Lozère)
This walk in the hills above Saint-Germain-de-Calberte follows the Stevenson Trail and leads to the Rocs de Galta, where the view over the whole of the Cévennes is spectacular.
As you walk through the Thonas valley
6.79 mi
+1,693 ft
-1,673 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-de-Calberte (Lozère)
Starting from Saint-Germain-de-Calberte, in the heart of the Cévennes, this walk allows you to explore part of the Thonas Valley and, in particular, the charming hamlet of Bernadou.
On the heights of Cassagnas
4.76 mi
+1,037 ft
-1,037 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Cassagnas (Lozère)
A short, fairly easy circular route that takes you up to the heights of the village via a pretty path through heathland covered with broom, heather and ferns, then gently back down through a forest of pine, oak and chestnut trees. Some beautiful viewpoints.
Cassagnas - Saint-Étienne-Vallée-Française (Lébou)
11.81 mi
+1,204 ft
-3,015 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Cassagnas (Lozère)
Eleventh stage of a complete journey on the Chemin de Stevenson between Le Puy-en-Velay and Alès. This stage includes significant changes to the GR®70 signposting. This stage lies in the heart of the Cévennes National Park.
Circular Rocher de Trenze starting from Génolhac
7.71 mi
+2,664 ft
-2,635 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Génolhac (Gard)
A very pretty walk, through trees at the bottom and broom at the top. Allow a good half day to a full day to complete the circuit. I recommend this walk to experienced walkers who are used to walking in the mountains.
From Felgérolles to the Tarn bridge
6.02 mi
+551 ft
-541 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Le Pont-de-Montvert (Lozère)
A peaceful walk for the whole family along the Felgérolles irrigation channel to the Tarn bridge.
The Chamborigaud viaduct
4.62 mi
+459 ft
-476 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Chamborigaud (Gard)
A short walk for a winter’s afternoon in the land of Jean-Pierre Chabrol. You pass under the magnificent Luech viaduct before climbing gently for a circular route through the Cévennes forests and returning to Chamborigaud.
Please note: On Monday 18 March 2024, the stone bridge spanning the Luech at the edge of the village collapsed. The start of the walk can be moved to Le Martinet: Chemin Jean-Pierre Chabrol.
Chemin des Vignes in Génolhac
4.39 mi
+420 ft
-413 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Génolhac (Gard)
A circular loop without difficulty, with panoramic views to enjoy with the family. The Chemin des Vignes follows an old route that was once used for terraced farming and then for exploiting the pine forest to support the mining galleries. The vines disappeared in the 1960s.
Le Jardin du Tomple
Local authority6.06 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,030 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Génolhac (Gard)
Starting from the village of Génolhac, the walk crosses the Col de l'Ancise and Col de la Banlève passes, heads towards the remarkable Tomple garden and crosses the Cévenol railway line, which still connects Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes.
Béal de Felgerolles and the Tarn from Frutgères
4.65 mi
+1,014 ft
-1,037 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Pont-de-Montvert (Lozère)
This is an easy hike that allows you to discover the different landscapes of Lozère, the Béal de Felgerolles, the Tarn and a few picturesque hamlets typical of Mont Lozère. It also offers beautiful views of the Cévennes landscape. The wooded sections make it particularly pleasant in hot weather.
The Pont du Tarn via the hamlet of L'Hôpital
9.25 mi
+1,378 ft
-1,378 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Pont-de-Montvert (Lozère)
This hike will take you to the source of the Tarn. You will follow drovers' roads through the woods, cross the hamlet of L'Hôpital and its ruins, then follow the path winding through heather, pastures and granite rock formations to reach the Roman-style bridge over the Tarn.
Finally, you will walk along the Tarn with its clear water dotted with rocks emerging from the surface, offering the opportunity for a swim before heading back down to the starting point.
At the source (or nearly so) of the Tarn
9.29 mi
+561 ft
-548 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le Pont-de-Montvert (Lozère)
This walk will allow you to experience the atmosphere of the Haut Tarn plain, one of the iconic landscapes of agropastoralism. Along the way, you’ll discover a blend of nature, heritage and local history.
Gourdouse circular loop
7.06 mi
+846 ft
-853 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Pont-de-Montvert (Lozère)
From the lodge of Mas de la Barque, take a trip to the hamlet of Gourdouse.
Pont-de-Montvert - Florac
13.33 mi
+1,276 ft
-2,323 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Le Pont-de-Montvert (Lozère)
Ninth stage of a complete journey on the Chemin de Stevenson between Le Puy-en-Velay and Alès. This stage features significant changes to the GR®70 signposting, taking an alternative route to the GR®70 for much of the way. This means that the stage is substantially shorter than the official route. This stage marks the entry of the Chemin de Stevenson into the Cévennes region.
From Pont-de-Montvert to Florac via the Signal du Bougès
15.52 mi
+2,457 ft
-3,668 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Le Pont-de-Montvert (Lozère)
Of the various routes on offer, this one is a compromise: it first follows the Stevenson Trail via the high point of Le Bougès, then stays on the left bank of the Tarn all the way to Florac
From Pont de Montvert to Pont du Tarn via Finiels
15.03 mi
+2,159 ft
-2,159 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Le Pont-de-Montvert (Lozère)
A beautiful route that takes you from Pont-de-Monvert along part of the Stevenson Trail (GR®70), then through heathland and forests to Pont du Tarn.
Along the River Connes towards the Grotte des Baumes
6.70 mi
+1,329 ft
-1,345 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Concoules (Gard)
A gentle start along a straight, slightly downhill forest track, before climbing again and passing through some charming hamlets. Don’t hesitate to make a round trip to see the curious Grotte des Baumes. The path, which is steep in places, will take you to Besou, or you can easily reach the car park via the road.