Saint-Julien-en-Saint-Alban walks

A magnificent walk through deciduous woodland offering beautiful panoramic views of the Monts d'Ardèche, the Ouvèze and Rhône valleys, and the Vercors.

View of Flaviac and the Ouvèze valley on one side and Chomérac and the Vercors (on the horizon) on the other.

A short, easy family walk offering a 360° view of the Rhône and the plains of the Drôme, in front of the foothills of the Diois and the Trois Becs.

This route will take you through the pretty hamlets of Saint-Symphorien and offer beautiful views of the Payre Valley.

This is a very pleasant walk that quickly takes you to the Grads plateau, which overlooks Pouzin and the confluence of the Ouvèze and Rhône rivers. The path overlooking the Ouvèze valley is very pleasant but may be vertiginous for some. The ridges offer a beautiful panoramic view of the Baronnies and the Vercors. Never stray from the route, which is now very well marked.

Discover the ruins of the Couvent des Chèvres overlooking the Rhône valley and then the hamlet of Vieux Rompon. The return trail is a pleasant walk along the cliffs above the Ouvèze with magnificent views.

Please note: moderator's note on 20 April 2024. - From (4), access to the ridge (5) is blocked. - On the return journey from (2), take the same route in reverse to reach (1). The alternative route is blocked. Note dated 05/05/24 The route has been modified. Depart from the cemetery car park to continue the route. Return along the same route as on the way there, as the path is now blocked. I hope to return in the summer of 2024 to improve this old route. Thank you for your feedback, and please be friendly to anyone you meet on the trail. In the heart of the Ardèche countryside, a route taking in the Serre de Gruas, the small village of Chambon-de-Bavas and the ruins of the Saint-Quintin farm. Panoramic views of the Drôme valley, the Trois Becs and the Vercors, and on the other side, the Monts d'Ardèche park. The hike can be shortened to 14/15 kilometres.

View of the Vercors on one side and panoramic view at the Serre de Gruas.

Apart from the distance, this is an easy hike on good trails through typical Ardèche landscapes. At the summit, there are beautiful views of the Rhône and Ouvèze valleys and, at the end of the walk, you can discover the famous Jaubernie caves, which served as troglodyte dwellings for Protestants driven out of Privas during the Wars of Religion.

A lovely family walk (for ages 4 and up) through the old town of Chomérac.

A short walk offering views of the Ouvèze Valley, Privas and, on a clear day, the Alps.

On this route, you will overlook the Ouvèze valley and walk along the Grads plateau, a unique natural area.

From the impetuosity of the great river to the wisdom of its branches, this route along the water's edge will allow you to discover a fauna rich in sounds and colours.

This lovely, easy hike is suitable for families. The few châteaux near the trail will take you back in time, and you will be enchanted by the many views of the Chomérac valley and Saint-Lager-Bressac.

A magnificent circular walk from Alissas with a detour to the Gournier waterfall and a view of the Château de Rochessauve.

Walk along the slopes of the Eyrieux Valley through woods of juniper, oak and pine trees.Moderator's note. (!) Old hike and description a little too brief, see reviews for additional information.

This hike will take you to the heights of La Voulte-sur-Rhône, an Ardèche village located at the intersection of three valleys: Rhône, Eyrieux and Ouvèze, with its hilltop church and castle. This route is not difficult, with an uphill section at the beginning and a downhill section at the end of the walk. The ridges offer beautiful views, particularly of the Trois Becs, the Vercors and the Rhône.The return journey is mainly on small, quiet tarmac roads, which makes the descent easy but may discourage some hikers.

A short half-day outing. No major difficulties except for the short but intense descent around the climbing site. On the Combes trail and at the top of the climbing site, there are some very pretty views down onto the Eyrieux valley and the greenhouses opposite. On the way back, after Le Doulet, there is a pleasant walk along the river where waterfalls and pools follow one another in succession.

A long and beautiful hike in the heart of the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Nature Park, offering beautiful panoramic views of the Vercors and Diois.The Dunière Gorges, the Eyrieux Valley, terraced landscapes, a beautiful variety of scenery showcasing the diversity of the Monts d'Ardèche.

A beautiful loop in the hills above the Eyrieux Valley, where you can discover charming little hamlets and isolated houses in the purest Ardèche style.

This circular loop above the Eyrieux leads to the pretty hamlet of Conjols and offers beautiful views of the Eyrieux Valley. Due to some steeper and stony sections before Conjols, this short walk has been rated as moderately difficult. The return journey is along beautiful paths and then the Voie Verte cycle path along the Eyrieux.

La Voulte-sur-Rhône, a town of around 5,000 inhabitants located in Ardèche on the banks of the Rhône, gateway to the Eyrieux valley, has listed historical remains, including the castle, the Chapelle des Princes, the Fontaine Giroud, and the foundry site with four blast furnaces.Architectural assets include the first prestressed concrete railway viaduct built in France. The suspension bridge spanning the Rhône connects to Livron.Here you are at the crossroads of two greenways, the Via Rhôna and the Dolce Via.

This short route allows you to appreciate a different side of this area through the orchards as you gently climb above the Eyrieux valley. It continues through distinctly Mediterranean vegetation before winding its way down through a majestic forest where deciduous trees, thorny bushes and boxwood grow side by side.

A beautiful, long hike combining history and nature. Passing through numerous ancient hamlets that were under the authority of the Lord of Pierregourde, you will reach the ruins of the old seigneurial castle, perched on top of a rocky peak over 600 metres high. A short detour to the wild summit of Serre de Girbaud offers a superb 360° panorama of the Rhône and Eyrieux valleys.

Hike leading to the ruined castle of Pierre Gourde, one of the highest points in the region, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

This hike around the Lérou plateau will enchant you with its diverse views. This route will allow you to discover various geological phenomena: basalt blocks, basalt veins, etc.

From Saint-Laurent-du-Pape, this pleasant hike to the ruins of Pierre Gourde Castle offers a beautiful overview of the Ardèche: the route is almost exclusively along ridges, with magnificent views of the Eyrieux Valley, the Ardèche Mountains, the Rhône Valley and the Vercors. Please note: some steep and rugged climbs before reaching the château and, above all, the ascent of the Serre de Girbaud may discourage some hikers. It is not advisable to do the hike in reverse!

A lovely, easy hike that will allow you to discover Pranles' three remarkable sites (in season): the Moulin de Mandy, the Romanesque church and the Protestant Museum. It can be done with children aged around ten, provided they are fit enough to cover the distance. There are also beautiful views of the knolls and volcanoes and, further away, the Alps (in good weather).

A short walk through the woods, ideal in hot weather.

Route on the Rhône dykes to the confluence with the Drôme. The return inland is a little wilder and less paved.

This hike will take you on a journey of discovery through holm oaks, downy oaks, Scots pines and maples, as well as many species introduced into the Barrès Forest, such as black pines, Atlas cedars, Mediterranean firs and Douglas firs.

This route will take you along the entire length of the Payre cycle path, which starts in Pouzin and ends in Privas, the gateway to the Monts d'Ardèche Natural Park. The route starts from the car park in the small village of Les Petits Robins, near the Rhône. You will cycle part of the way along the Via Rhôna to Le Pouzin, which you will cross, before rejoining the La Peyre cycle path on the outskirts of the village.

The start of the route is flat on the Dolce Via, then climbs up paths and tracks through old terraced farms above the Eyrieux Valley. On the way, there is a short tarmac detour to the Belvédère de l'Eyrieux to enjoy the superb view. After passing two well-restored hamlets, a pleasant descent takes you to a beautiful little waterfall before returning to Moulinon.

Discover the pretty village of Beauchastel and its surrounding hills, offering beautiful views of the Ardèche, the Vercors and the Rhône valley.

This pleasant hike along picturesque and varied trails offers superb views of the beautiful and wild Eyrieux Valley. The first part follows theGR®427.