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Saint-Héand walks
Maisonette - the Rivollier via the relay antennae
Visorando Member
5.35 mi
+584 ft
-607 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Héand (Loire)
Family-friendly walk in the hills of Saint-Héand among the horses and cows.
Around Saint-Bonnet-Les-Oules
3.58 mi
+440 ft
-440 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-les-Oules (Loire)
A walk along wide, easy paths through meadows above Saint-Bonnet-les-Oules.
Le Pilon Fontanés
6.15 mi
+489 ft
-472 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Fontanès (Loire) (Loire)
Walk on the heights of the Col du Pilon, reaching Fontanés via the footpaths and returning via the small roads,
with little elevation gain.
Plat de l'Orme via Bardonnanche
2.68 mi
+259 ft
-243 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from La Tour-en-Jarez (Loire)
Starting from La Tour-en-Jarez, this is a gentle walk along quiet roads and paths, ideal for families.
Around Fontanès, on the west side
5.78 mi
+715 ft
-696 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Fontanès (Loire) (Loire)
Beautiful route along the ridges around the village of Fontanès. Free parking in the castle grounds.
The Moulin des Gouttes route
5.04 mi
+712 ft
-692 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Fontanès (Loire) (Loire)
A short walk starting from the village of Fontanès, offering a beautiful view at the highest point of the Sept Pins. The passage through the woods is very pleasant.
Between Fontanès and La Gimond
4.03 mi
+705 ft
-709 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Fontanès (Loire) (Loire)
A nature walk in the Monts du Lyonnais, through pastures and small hamlets.
The surroundings of Fontanès, south-east side
6.00 mi
+853 ft
-860 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Fontanès (Loire) (Loire)
A beautiful walk with views of Pilat and Saint-Etienne.
Reviews indicate that a GPS is very useful for following this hike.
Between the Malval and the Étang Picard via the Bois du Roi
5.78 mi
+650 ft
-623 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from La Fouillouse (Loire)
A very pleasant walk, featuring several paths along the river and through the woods, offering a complete change of scenery. As you will be walking along many paths through the woodland, there are few tarmac roads or sections. This walk is easy as there is little elevation gain relative to the distance.
On the heights of La Talaudière and Sorbiers
5.11 mi
+659 ft
-676 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from La Talaudière (Loire)
A lovely, quick walk that is easily accessible from the centre of La Talaudière. Hilly but not difficult. Beautiful views of the Pilat massif and the heights of Sorbiers. Discover the castle and park of Sorbiers at the end of the walk.
Grand Tour of the Val d’Onzon
14.85 mi
+1,896 ft
-1,896 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Sorbiers (Loire) (Loire)
A lovely route – long but not difficult – which takes you on a complete route of the Val d’Onzon, offering beautiful views of the Pilat massif, the Monts du Forez and the Northern Alps (on a clear day!). A wide variety of idyllic landscapes.
The route mainly follows the higher parts of the terrain.
Les Trois Ports - Long version
10.05 mi
+154 ft
-148 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Andrézieux-Bouthéon (Loire)
The Trois Ports hike is signposted and extends to Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert. It is an easy walk along a beautiful path on the banks of the Loire.
Saint-Christo-en-Jarez - Marcenod - L'Hôpital
7.21 mi
+974 ft
-974 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Christo-en-Jarez (Loire)
A circuit primarily on small paved and sunny roads.
Around Saint-Christo-en-Jarez on the Sabot Bleu circuit
3.16 mi
+325 ft
-302 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Christo-en-Jarez (Loire)
The route passes through different areas in the countryside around Saint-Christo-en-Jarez (wetlands, forest and meadows). Along the way, themed information boards provide details about the local wildlife. On a clear day, two-thirds of the way along the route, you will be treated to a magnificent view of the Alps.
La Gachetière - White Cross
7.01 mi
+843 ft
-820 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Chamond (Loire)
A walk in the hills with unobstructed views of the Pilat massif on one side and the Monts du Lyonnais on the other. The route follows good paths and small service roads. There are some steep sections, but they are short-lived.
Tour of Saint-Galmier Aerodrome
2.80 mi
+36 ft
-39 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Galmier (Loire)
A flat Sunday walk along small roads and safe paths, suitable for young children.
The Loire Gorges from Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert
6.44 mi
+607 ft
-610 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert (Loire)
A circular route in Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert that runs along the Loire to the Grangent Dam with breathtaking views of the Loire Gorges.
The Valfleury Aqueduct
10.95 mi
+1,831 ft
-1,854 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Valfleury (Loire)
A very varied hike in the Loire, alternating between open landscapes with meadows, valleys, deciduous forests and numerous apple and cherry orchards. The walk also allows you to discover a curious underground aqueduct. In good weather, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc and the entire Alpine range.
This hike can be enjoyed in all seasons, but it must be magnificent in spring when the fruit trees are in bloom.
Loop between Valfleury and Chavanne
8.82 mi
+1,539 ft
-1,539 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Valfleury (Loire)
This circuit starts in Valfleury, a charming village nestled at the bottom of a valley, and mainly follows ridges offering numerous views towards Saint-Chamond, Saint-Étienne, Pilat and, further afield, Forez and Auvergne. Don't miss a visit to Valfleury church.
Chevrières–Marcenod circular loop
11.40 mi
+1,831 ft
-1,844 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Marcenod (Loire)
Route starting from Marcenod, a small rural village of 700 inhabitants at an altitude of around 700 m.
Very lovely views of the Monts du Forez.
Saint-Genest-Lerpt circular via Landuzière and Le Chasseur
6.40 mi
+584 ft
-568 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Genest-Lerpt (Loire)
A pleasant short hike in the countryside around Saint-Genest-Lerpt.
Châtelus route along the Couzon and towards Marcenod
6.54 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,152 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Châtelus (Loire) (Loire)
Starting from Châtelus, head towards the Couzon, which you will follow as far as the Moulin du Pas. From there, the route climbs up to the Pin Picard and heads towards the Bruneton, from where you will return to Châtelus via Soleymieux and La Rivoire.
La Bachasse on the edge of the artificial lake at Grangent
2.96 mi
+463 ft
-479 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Étienne (Loire)
An easy, mostly shaded walk with beautiful views of Lake Grangent at the start and the rest in the forest. The route is dotted with informative and entertaining signs about the flora and fauna. The site is currently being restored to a natural forest after being planted with Douglas firs in the last century. Ideal for family walks and/or hot weather.
