Outings in Mende

Very beautiful signposted path over the high-altitude grassland which gradually rises to the Finiels summit, at an altitude of 1,699 metres. 360° viewpoint!

Walk to the summit of Mount Lozère and the Cevennes from Finiels.

Loop on the southern side of the Méjean Causse and the chance to enjoy the magnificent and wild Jonte Gorges (ledges). To visit: Saint-Gervais Chapel perched on its rock, the Causse houses in the village of Hyelzas and the farmhouses, Caussenarde…

A pleasant 8 km walk around Villefort Lake.

Tower of the small reservoir of water on the lake of Naussac. Wildlife discovery trail, bird watching station.

A pleasant outing along the old railway line to the hamlet of Les Esperelles and Ancise Pass. Points of interest: typical Cevenol hamlet, attractive views over the valley and passage through three of the former railway line's tunnels.

Very beautiful walk, part of which follows an old sheep trail. Wooded sections, clear views from the summit (over Mount Lozère, the Vivarais Mountains, the Rhone valley and Mount Ventoux), valley floor with schist walls and chestnut trees.

This forest circuit takes you to discover the blue jewel of the department: Lake Bouchet. Set off on the shores of the volcanic maar then gain height to embrace the Devès, the largest basaltic plateau in France.

Under the imposing gaze of the turrets of the bell tower of the church of Cayres, set off to explore Mount Recours, a former volcano offering a panoramic view of the Devès and Velay mountains. An orientation table will allow you to locate these…

An invitation to discover the Velay plateau, land of the green lens whose cultures can be seen along the way. The ocher tracks and the houses in volcanic breach will enhance the landscape along the circuit.

The discovery trail of the village of Beaumont is perched in the Ardèche Cévennes. A loop starting and finishing in the village, near the hostel, for superb landscapes! On a clear day, you can see the snow-capped Alps and Mont Ventoux to the…

Pretty hiking in the woods Païolive, at any age, mixing ride under oaks and on the limestone plateau. Great view of the Chassezac.

This path winds around the Rieusset valley and passes through Rochessadoule, which is part of the municipality of Robiac-Rochessadoule. It is possible to obtain a leaflet presenting the route from Bessèges Tourist Office.

This pleasant walk will take you from the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Help (Notre-Dame de Bonsecours) to La Jaujon, via the megalithic bridge…

Signposted winemaker's trail departing from the Lablachère wine cooperative. There is a large board presenting the itinerary at the car park. This path will lead you through the vineyards planted on terraces where Chatus, the emblematic grape…

Walk through the chestnut grove along old paved paths, cross the hamlet of Marinier and an old bridge over the Blajoux stream.

This walk will offer you the chance to visit the Montpezat valley with a panoramic view over the village. You will pass through chestnut forests and hamlets. View over the hydroelectric plant, Poucheyrolles Castle, Gravenne.