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Saint-Sauveur-de-Ginestoux walks
The Patus Forest
Tourist office
9.31 mi
+755 ft
-745 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-la-Fouillouse (Lozère)
This route takes you through several typical villages of the Margeride region with their rich and varied heritage, as well as the wonderful Patus Forest where you can enjoy unspoilt nature.
Exploring the area around La Fouillouse
7.22 mi
+781 ft
-761 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-la-Fouillouse (Lozère)
This route will take you on a journey of discovery through the local heritage (the Cellier Tower, the bread oven, the cross) and the wild, unspoilt landscapes around the Ruisseau de la Fouillouse.
Margeride and its hamlets
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.98 mi
+466 ft
-446 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Grandrieu (Lozère)
Starting from the village of Grandrieu, this hike allows you to discover the small Margeride massif (formerly Gévaudan) and its typical granite villages. The route described was completed in half a day by young people (aged 7 to 11) from the Sentiers en Margeride hiking club. Difficulty: E2/T2/R1 (according to FFrandonnée classification).
Tour of Lake Charpal
Visorando Member
5.70 mi
+141 ft
-131 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Rieutort-de-Randon (Lozère)
Tour of Lake Charpal in Lozère. An easy route on a relatively flat path, despite being at an altitude of over 1,300 metres. Beautiful views of the lake along the entire route, alternating between forest, meadows and peat bogs.
Tour of Lake Charpal
5.32 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Rieutort-de-Randon (Lozère)
Hike around Lake Charpal in a completely unspoilt protected natural site. The path does not stray far from the lake, so the elevation gain is very low and the route is easy. Much of the route is through woodland, ideal in summer when it is hot.
Tour of Truc de Fortunio
10.48 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,332 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Rieutort-de-Randon (Lozère)
The Truc de Fortunio loop is a hike of moderate difficulty due to its limited elevation gain. The scenery is varied: wild and unspoilt.A breathtaking view upon reaching the highest point.
Lac de Charpal and Truc de Fortunio
16.02 mi
+1,286 ft
-1,299 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Rieutort-de-Randon (Lozère)
A very smooth mountain bike ride that follows the route around Lac de Charpal, then climbs to reach the peaks of the Margeride. No technical difficulties, no sections where you need to carry your bike, but a good climb on a tarmac track before reaching the Truc de Fortunio.
Around Malmont
5.61 mi
+584 ft
-594 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Auroux (Lozère)
A lovely walk starting from the hamlet of Malmont in the commune of Auroux. This walk will take you through varied landscapes along well-maintained paths.
The Truc de Fortunio circular loop via Lake Charpal
13.17 mi
+2,005 ft
-2,018 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Rieutort-de-Randon (Lozère)
A circular route starting from Rieutort-de-Randon along forest paths that will take you to the Truc de Fortunio orientation point. It offers a 360° panorama (views of the Aubrac, Lozère, Lake Charpal, etc.)
You will then head back down to the Charpal Dam before following the Colagne river back to your starting point.
Tour of Rieutort via Les Fangettes
2.87 mi
+348 ft
-348 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Rieutort-de-Randon (Lozère)
A short walk suitable for the whole family (suitable for pushchairs).
Around Rieutort-de-Randon via Malassagne
5.16 mi
+531 ft
-561 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Rieutort-de-Randon (Lozère)
A short, easy walk around Rieutort-de-Randon
Circular route from Coulagnes Basses to Rieutort-de-Randon
3.04 mi
+377 ft
-374 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Rieutort-de-Randon (Lozère)
A short, one-hour walk through fields and stone-built villages.
Around Rieutort-de-Randon
5.31 mi
+817 ft
-814 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Rieutort-de-Randon (Lozère)
Walk around Rieutort-de-Randon with a view of the Randon signal.
On the Causse de Montbel, between Montbel and Larzalier
8.42 mi
+417 ft
-423 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Montbel (Lozère) (Lozère)
A walk through the fields of the Montbel plain, passing through the hamlet of Larzalier, the highest point on the railway line linking Mende to La Bastide and the famous Cévennes line.
Hiking on the Causse has the advantage of minimal elevation changes in this mountainous region.
On the forgotten paths of Saint-Jacques
56.13 mi
+6,099 ft
-6,083 ft
4 days
Moderate
Departure from Chanaleilles (Haute-Loire)
If you have the soul of a pilgrim and wish to discover the hidden sides of Santiago de Compostela, then this route is for you.
This alternative to the famous route to Santiago de Compostela is divided into four stages, each around twenty kilometres long. You’ll enjoy superb scenery in the heart of the Margeride Mountains and the vast plateaus of the Aubrac, and I’m sure you’ll be surprised by the rich, little-known architectural heritage dedicated to this famous saint.
From Le Sauvage to Malzieu-Ville
12.41 mi
+758 ft
-2,162 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Chanaleilles (Haute-Loire)
This first 20-km stage invites you to explore the trails of Margeride whilst discovering a rich natural and architectural heritage. You will reach the fortified town of Malzieu-Ville, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. Steeped in history, this place was once a stopping point for many pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela.
