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Saint-Pierre-la-Roche walks
Geological discovery trail between Saint-Pierre and Saint-Martin
Tourist office
5.25 mi
+472 ft
-486 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-la-Roche (Ardèche)
This walk, which takes place in the municipalities of Saint-Pierre-la-Roche and Saint-Martin-sur-Lavezon, offers splendid panoramic views and will amaze you with the various geological features visible close to the path.
Tour of the Lérou plateau
6.79 mi
+1,148 ft
-1,125 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bauzile (Ardèche)
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.
Neck de Sceautres, Serre de la Fourche
Visorando Member
8.12 mi
+1,555 ft
-1,555 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sceautres (Ardèche)
The magnificent little village of Sceautres is nestled against the imposing basalt neck, the remains of a volcanic eruption. This immense block is the lava contained in the volcano's chimney, whose cone has disappeared due to erosion.
The Neck de Sceautres
3.79 mi
+869 ft
-853 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Sceautres (Ardèche)
A short circular loop in the Coiron massif, an extension of the Massif Central in Ardèche, which ends with an easy climb up the Neck de Sceautres on a well-maintained and secure path.
The Neck, with a diameter of approximately 200 m and a height of 133 m, is the largest basalt peak in Europe, the former chimney of a volcano that formed 8 million years ago. Placed at its summit, where you can enjoy a superb 360° panorama, the statue of the Virgin Mary dominates the village nestled at its feet.
La Ferme de Duranne
4.88 mi
+1,119 ft
-1,148 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-de-Barrès (Ardèche)
This walk will allow you to discover the many natural treasures of the Barrès massif. At the Duranne farm, take advantage of this peaceful spot to have a short break.
Barrès Valley and Forest
7.59 mi
+1,076 ft
-1,070 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-de-Barrès (Ardèche)
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.
The short tour of Chomérac
3.25 mi
+571 ft
-548 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Chomérac (Ardèche)
A lovely family walk (for ages 4 and up) through the old town of Chomérac.
Le Bijou and Champ de La Lioure starting from Chomerac
5.56 mi
+545 ft
-541 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Chomérac (Ardèche)
This route offers you the chance to visit a historic site, Château Bijou, the former Champ de Liourre silk mill, and to explore the Coiron Plateau.
Gournier Waterfall and Rochessauve Castle in Alissas
7.00 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,234 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Alissas (Ardèche)
A magnificent circular walk from Alissas with a detour to the Gournier waterfall and a view of the Château de Rochessauve.
Vieux Saint-Lager
4.33 mi
+515 ft
-515 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Lager-Bressac (Ardèche)
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.
La Roche Noire in Aubignas
6.80 mi
+1,342 ft
-1,365 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aubignas (Ardèche)
Between limestone and basalt, this hike invites you to discover its geological riches and magnificent views of the Rhône Valley. Please note that this hike crosses parks with livestock: be sure to close the gates behind you.
Bois de Bressac and Chemin des Colporteurs starting from Saint-Lager-Bressac
7.92 mi
+1,421 ft
-1,407 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Lager-Bressac (Ardèche)
This walk offers a wide variety of scenery: in the Bressac woods you look down on the River Sichier, then on the ridge you have a magnificent view of the Saint-Vincent-de-Barrès valley.
The Coiron plateau from Aubignas
8.47 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,742 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aubignas (Ardèche)
This hike takes you to the Coiron plateau and offers magnificent panoramic views of the Rhône valley and the village of Aubignas. Please note that this hike crosses parks with livestock. Be sure to close the gates behind you.
Roche Chérie in Saint-Pons
6.35 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,142 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pons (Ardèche) (Ardèche)
This route runs along the foothills of the Coiron massif on existing but not very obvious paths. Follow the yellow markings carefully.
The route passes through some beautiful basalt columns, crosses the plateau with its superb panoramic views, then descends via a rocky ridge to Roche Chérie: a remnant of the massif's significant volcanic past. A small chapel is built against the neck.
Roche Chérie via the Orgues de Bauzon
9.65 mi
+1,558 ft
-1,549 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pons (Ardèche) (Ardèche)
This route runs along the foothills of the Coiron massif on paths that are not marked on IGN maps but nevertheless exist, with very improbable markings.
The path runs alongside the beautiful basalt columns or Orgues de Bauzon parallel to the Chaix stream, then climbs back up to the plateau where the panoramic views are superb. The descent via a rocky ridge leads to Roche Chérie: a remnant of the massif's significant volcanic past. A small chapel is built against the neck.
The Meysse Ridges
4.78 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,240 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Meysse (Ardèche)
This walk offers splendid panoramic views of the Rhône Valley and the Lavezon Valley, set amongst typical Mediterranean vegetation.
The Carcot Mountain Tour
7.13 mi
+1,243 ft
-1,237 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Rochemaure (Ardèche)
This hike will allow you to discover some unique landscapes shaped by the Coiron volcano 7 million years ago.
Col de Linte
6.26 mi
+768 ft
-764 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Symphorien-sous-Chomérac (Ardèche)
This route will take you through the pretty hamlets of Saint-Symphorien and offer beautiful views of the Payre Valley.
Les Amaloux starting from Saint-Symphorien-sous-Chomérac
3.44 mi
+531 ft
-531 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Symphorien-sous-Chomérac (Ardèche)
This delightful walk will allow you to discover charming little hamlets surrounded by lush Mediterranean vegetation.
The Pic de Chenavari
4.08 mi
+1,460 ft
-1,437 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Rochemaure (Ardèche)
This hike will allow you to discover wonderful landscapes throughout the hike. You will see the Château de Rochemaure and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Rhône valley.
A stroll through the old village of Rochemaure
1.81 mi
+187 ft
-187 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Rochemaure (Ardèche)
Suggested walk through the old village of Rochemaure, including a return trip to the footbridge.
Tour des Bros in Coux
5.87 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,250 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Coux (Ardèche)
On this route, you will overlook the Ouvèze valley and walk along the Grads plateau, a unique natural area.
Le Serre des Ayres
4.31 mi
+932 ft
-928 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Coux (Ardèche)
A short walk offering views of the Ouvèze Valley, Privas and, on a clear day, the Alps.
From Privas to Château de Liviers
4.88 mi
+1,604 ft
-1,627 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Privas (Ardèche)
Circular walk starting from the Champ de Mars in Privas. The walk takes you up to Liviers Castle via the Escaliers de Ternis, the Neuve bathing spot and the hamlet of Ladreyt. The descent follows a lovely path down to the hamlet of Villeneuve. On the way back, you can continue on to the Rocher de la Sorcière via Le Petit Tournon.
Flora at the start of Rochemaure
5.49 mi
+1,211 ft
-1,181 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Rochemaure (Ardèche)
As you climb up to the ridges, this hike offers magnificent views of the Rhône Valley. You will cross the Berg National Forest on a path lined with cedar trees.
A short walk to Saint-Priest
2.66 mi
+479 ft
-489 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Priest (Ardèche)
A lovely, short family walk with plenty of shade.
The Serre de l'Église and the Grottes de la Jaubernie
10.10 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,545 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Coux (Ardèche)
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.
The Pic de Chenavari starting from Rochemaure
7.49 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,483 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ancône (Drôme)
Lovely view of the 11th and 12th century medieval castle of Rochemaure. Passage via the Himalayan footbridge over the Rhône. Beautiful 360° view at Pic de Chenavari, over the Vercors mountains, the Rhône valley and the Coiron plateau.
Col de Gardette (Massif Central)
5.11 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Flaviac (Ardèche)
View of Flaviac and the Ouvèze valley on one side and Chomérac and the Vercors (on the horizon) on the other.
The Rhône islands at Rochemaure
3.19 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Rochemaure (Ardèche)
This short hike along the banks of the Rhône is suitable for families. You will be able to observe many birds along the way.
Circular of the Grand Bois in Flaviac
12.62 mi
+2,713 ft
-2,707 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Flaviac (Ardèche)
A magnificent walk through deciduous woodland offering beautiful panoramic views of the Monts d'Ardèche, the Ouvèze and Rhône valleys, and the Vercors.
Les Balmes de Montbrun - Mirabel
10.63 mi
+1,923 ft
-1,952 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-le-Centenier (Ardèche)
Le Coiron is a wild basalt plateau. On the southern side, near Saint-Jean-le-Centenier, troglodyte dwellings were built in the medieval period in the basalt cliffs of Montbrun.
From Saint-Gineis-en-Coiron, a small road winding across the plateau takes you to Mirabel, where you can enjoy magnificent views from the keep.
The only downside is that two-thirds of the route is on paved roads, although there is very little traffic.
Bois Laville, starting from Veyras
5.85 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,063 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Veyras (Ardèche)
A lovely family walk along well-marked paths. Facilities for a lunch break along the route. Suitable even in summer as most of the walk takes place in the woods.
The summit of Charray Mountain from Veyras
9.50 mi
+1,703 ft
-1,699 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Veyras (Ardèche)
Starting from Pierre Plantée, this beautiful route offers magnificent panoramic views of Coiron, the Ouvèze and Mézayon valleys, Baronnies and Vercors. An interesting discovery is the site of the former Priory of Charray.
Please note that some sections of the balcony trail may be uncomfortable for those prone to vertigo.
From Alba-la-Romaine to Neck de Sceautres: a great journey back in time
12.97 mi
+2,060 ft
-2,070 ft
7h 45
Moderate
Departure from Alba-la-Romaine (Ardèche)
From the ancient city to the largest basalt neck in Europe, this beautiful hike takes you along a route with varied terrain: limestone plains, petrified lava blocks and the volcanic plateau of the Coiron Massif. The Sceautres neck, the jewel of the Coiron, is a basalt plug resulting from an eruption 8 million years ago. Cleared by erosion, it rises 150 metres above the valley.
The Col de Linte from Saint-Julien-en-Saint-Alban
6.61 mi
+955 ft
-935 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Julien-en-Saint-Alban (Ardèche)
A short climb takes you to Les Grads and on to the ridges, followed by a gentle descent with views of the Saint-Julien chapel.
Serre de Pied-de Boeuf
8.74 mi
+1,831 ft
-1,824 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Creysseilles (Ardèche)
A very beautiful hike offering exceptional and magnificent panoramic views of the Alps, Mont Blanc, Dévoluy, Vercors, etc., and allowing you to alternate between varied basalt and agricultural landscapes. You will also pass by the site of an ancient tomb, which is well worth a visit.
The old town and Montélimar Castle
1.87 mi
+118 ft
-118 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Montélimar (Drôme)
A relatively short urban walk through the narrow streets of Montélimar town centre, climbing up to the castle, not without first visiting the collegiate church.
Le Serre du Gouvernement at Pouzin
3.56 mi
+866 ft
-850 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Le Pouzin (Ardèche)
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.
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