Walking in the Ardeche

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Discover on foot the charms of the Massif du Mézenc from a comfortable hotel base
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Walking through the volcanic landscape around Mont Mézenc
    • Exploring authentic and interesting villages
    • Soaking up the way of life in rural France
    • Enjoying typical, regional cuisine and the facilities of the hotel

What's this trip about?

    Discover on foot the charms of the Massif du Mézenc from a comfortable hotel base

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Independent

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrival in Les Estables

Arrive into the village of Les Estables and make your way to the hotel or take advantage of the shuttle service from Le Puy en Velay - refer below for arrival details. A fundamental element of the trip is walking through the village daily to absorb the true French rur...

Day 2 Walk to the summit of a dome volcano (6hrs)

The walk today takes us across the Echamps plateau to the chapel of Soutron, perched at the top of an ancient volcano. There's a sense of being in a suspended world. Enjoy an impressive view of Les Boutières from the summit. Your lunch will be brought to you with the ...

Day 3 Mont Mézenc and the Cirque des Boutières (4 or 6hrs)

An inspiring walk to the highest point of the Ardèche and the Haute-Loire regions, nicknamed the Giant of the Cévennes. In the ancient past this area was subjected to intense volcanic activity, creating a unique landscape. If the weather is clear it's possible to see ...

Day 4 Hike on the giant steps of Saint-Clément, perched on layers of lava flow (3-5hrs)

We head to the hilltop village of Saint-Clément which has been built on twelve layers of lava flow. The sweeping views of the surrounding landscape are fabulous. Your lunch will be brought to you, with the option to shorten the walk and return to the hotel if desired. Back at the hotel you can enjoy the facilities before dinner.

meals : B,L,D

Day 5 Walk through the gorges of the Loire river (5hrs)

Walk in the wildest part of the river, taste the water from the ferruginous spring of Bonnefond and soak your feet in the longest river in France! We’ll carry our picnic in our daypack to have lunch close to the river.

meals : B,L,D

Day 6 Walk past water mills to the ruins of Chapteuil castle (6hrs)

The focus of the walk today is on the local heritage. From water mills to bread ovens, 'bèate' houses to the ruins of Chapteuil Castle perched on volcanic columns, we meander through the countryside to discover these treasures. Carry your own picnic lunch (provided) t...

Day 7 Trip concludes

The trip concludes after breakfast on Saturday morning. A departure transfer to Le Puy en Velay (must be pre-booked and paid for locally) can be arranged, and this will arrive at the station in time for the 10.30am train.

meals : B

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Dates & Availability

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Price per day$161
Last Updated: 3/26/2025
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Logistics

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Requirements
INTRODUCTORY TO MODERATE – GRADE 2 Daily walks are between 5-6 hours on undulating and sometimes mountainous terrain. Flexibility is the key to the walking where you can choose to walk a full or half day, take on a challenging hike or an easy hike (dependant on number of hikers participating). The accent is on keeping a relaxed pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos. You will need a reasonable level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure. Note: Each week there will be either 1 or 2 groups. For stays when there is one group, the level of the walking will be graded 3. For stays where there are two groups, one group will be graded 2 (10 to 15 km per day with 300 to 500m ascents over 5 to 6 hours of walking) and a more 'sporty' group graded 3 or 4 (14 to 18km with 400 to 700m ascents over 5 to 6 hours walking), depending on the group's fitness. On 1 day there is the option to do a half day walk only (return to the hotel by minibus). Daypack, wet weather gear, good walking boots/shoes, water bottle and sun protection. A comprehensive gear list is included in the pre-departure information provided on booking.,
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