Where to see the Loire gorges?
We reveal to you the essential places to admire the Loire gorges, the most emblematic activities to experience emotions on the river, the beautiful walks near the Loire, the most beautiful viewpoints, the pretty villages and the first castles of the Loire.By car, on foot, by bike/mountain bike, canoe, boat…
We tested for you, a stage on the GR 3 in excursionist mode from Aurec-sur-Loire to Bas-en-Basset
We dreamed of undertaking a GR, but taking 3 months off to do Santiago de Compostela or Stevenson, it was not possible 🤷 ♂️. When we heard about the GR 3, the oldest long-distance hiking trail in France, only 1h15 from Lyon and super accessible because some stages are done on foot…
Retrospective: the Great Rando to Paris
The GR 3 "Source & Gorges de la Loire", which runs along the Loire from Mont-Gerbier-de-Jonc to Saint-Nazaire, has been selected among the routes that will lead to the Seine in Paris! As the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, the French Hiking Federation (FFRandonnée), labeled Terre de Jeux, has launched…
A day trip on the GR3 from Retournac to Beauzac
Are you dreaming of a quick and exotic getaway? U.S. too ! This is why we tested the GR3 "source & gorges of the Loire" for you in day tripper mode. We jump on the first train towards Haute-Loire, bag on our back and walking shoes on our feet and off we go…
A weekend on the GR3 “source & gorges of the Loire” from Retournac to Beauzac
For a weekend, we walked on foot on the legendary path of the GR 3 "source & gorges of the Loire" the oldest GR in France! Access is super easy by train and allows for very personalized itineraries. Follow us on our journey, we’ll take you on our walking adventure on the…
The galette des rois offered by the pastry shop “le Chardon Bleu”
The pastry shop "le Chardon Bleu" in Saint-Just Saint-Rambert is a historic business established in the Forézien village since the 50s. Successively run by 2 previous owners, the pastry shop is now managed by Olivier and Béatrice Buisson since 1992. Their son and their daughter-in-law Rémy and Julie joined the couple at the head of…
Where to take a walk on the banks of the Loire?
Bucolic, romantic, family or sporting stroll? The geography of the Loire Gorges allows for plenty of possibilities! From steep gorges to hilly plateaus and vast, calm river plains: the terrain and height differences are very varied. We reveal the hiking trails to you…
Where to celebrate children's birthdays around Monistrol-sur-Loire, Saint-Didier-en-Velay, Saint-Just Saint-Rambert?
Your child has been talking to you about his birthday for months and it's obviously the event of the year! When we are parents we all know this magical and slightly scary moment 😊 of welcoming around ten children into our home for the famous “birthday snack”. Other alternatives exist for celebrating children's birthdays outside the…
Autumn in the Dunière gorges
The Gorges de la Dunière, in Saint-Pal-de-Mons, form a place rich in terms of natural and cultural heritage. To discover them in depth, we opted for a morning hike in November, during which we were able to admire magnificent autumnal landscapes. We completed a journey of around ten kilometers in this…
We tested “the secret of the gnomes” the escape game at Aurec Castle
Let's go for the treasure hunt “The Secret of the Gnomes”. It's the autumn holidays and a new activity is offered at the Château d'Aurec, the ideal opportunity to try it out! This is an outdoor escape game where many puzzles await us until the end of the story! After a few instructions and with our phone,…
On the trail of otters and wild basketry: a family afternoon
One Sunday afternoon in the fall, my 7-year-old daughter and I followed in the footsteps of Marine Schmitt, "nature smuggler", on the banks of the Dunière on the trail of otters in Sainte-Sigolène. After having previously registered with the Tourist Office, we go to the planned meeting place: the campsite…
A video hike around Saint-Maurice-en-Gourgois
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RiSYZVOyd0 En balade avec Jean-Luc Demore, baliseur bénévole au comité départemental de la Loire sur le circuit "le chemin des crêtes" au départ de Saint-Maurice-en-Gourgois (15 km).
We tried the guided tour of “Château life”
Located in the heart of the medieval town of Aurec-sur-Loire, the Château Seigneurial is full of secrets and history. After having had very good feedback from the visit to the castle, we took advantage of this gloomy day to go and discover this fortress for ourselves. As soon as we arrive, we meet Corentin, our guide for this…
We tested the water park
One, two, three... My little tribe is complete, ready and excited to spend an afternoon in the water park in Aurec-sur-Loire. With the heat announced, we didn't hesitate to put on our bathing suits and drive the 10 kilometers that separate us from this little aquatic paradise... Arriving in front of the door...
Top of the walks that will take you to the secret nuggets of the Gorges de la Loire
Numerous hikes will lead your steps towards secret nuggets of our natural and cultural heritage. I invite you here to discover the best walks to meet abandoned chapels, wild waterfalls or unusual heritage dotted here and there at the bend of the marked trails. Latour footbridge in the Dunière gorges…
On a platter
The Chalencon plateaus, sets for the feature film "Louise Violet"! Synopsis This period film directed by Éric Besnard and produced by Nord-Ouest films takes place in 1889, when the Jules Ferry laws were enforced in the countryside. Louise Violet, a teacher played by Alexandra Lamy, is sent to a small village to impose the school of…
Raptor walk in the fist and canoe on the Loire: a summer day and 100% nature 🌞
Go to Haute-Loire for a day. We have tested two exceptional activities for you. In the morning, we followed a superb walk with the birds of prey of the Rochebaron flight: magical! In the afternoon, we embarked on a canoe descent on the wild Loire between Beauzac, Monistrol-sur-Loire and Aurec-sur-Loire. Road trip…
I tested for you: the Gorges de Bilhard
Known by the Monistrolians for its quiet and calm corner in the heart of the city, the site of the Gorges de Bilhard on the edge of the Piat stream seduced me with its beauty and its colors. We left with a friend for a simple walk and we came back with lots of memories! We continue our…
Monistrol over time: the city tour on foot
Take a city tour on foot to discover the historic center of old Monistrol! 1 hour is enough for this walk punctuated with explanatory panels installed in the streets, these approximately follow the route of the old fortifications of the city of which some traces remain. Good discovery !
Portrait: Bertrand Chery, director of the Gorges de la Loire cruises in Saint-Victor-sur-Loire
Can you tell us about your journey to the direction of the cruise ship? I succeeded my father-in-law, Michel Collot, at the controls of the electric vessel Le Grangent. Graduated in marketing and communication, I worked for twenty years in the media and event communication. I got my first pleasure boating license at 28 and earned my…
Portrait of a chef: Sandy Caire Le Barret in Beauzac
How did you get the urge to cook? Quite naturally, in my childhood in Monistrol-sur-Loire, alongside my mother who was an excellent cook! What is your background ? After several extras at the Auberge du Pont in Pont de Lignon, I joined the hotel school in Saint-Chamond. With my CAP in hand, I was able to work in…
Ooops is it raining?
The Tourist Offices offers you a selection of ideas for keeping busy indoors on rainy days and has a complete list at your disposal.
Portrait of chefs: Charlotte and Alexandre Roy from the Lou Pinatou inn in Solignac-sous-Roche
A couple of young chefs on their way to the stars! Alexandre and Charlotte Roy offer, in their inn, tasty cuisine and pastries, close to nature and based on local products. In 2018, they get a Bib gourmand! Whether it's in the bistro or in the gourmet restaurant, gourmets are equal and…
Portrait of chef: Bruno Montcoudiol, pastry chef Meilleur Ouvrier de France
Based in rue du commerce in Monistrol-sur-Loire since 2008, Bruno Montcoudiol is one of the MOFs and has won the title of world pastry champion. Why did you choose this profession and what is your professional background? It is the gluttony that led me to pastry as well as the creative side. I started…
4 days – 3 nights on the GR 3 “source and gorges of the Loire” from Aurec-sur-Loire to Beauzac, return via Monistrol-sur-Loire
In this article, I suggest you experience 4 stages and 3 nights in the Gorges de la Loire by walking on the GR 3 "source and gorges of the Loire". Left bank then right bank, we will go from discoveries to unusual nuggets. The opportunity to challenge yourself to hike on a path of Grande…
2 days – 1 night on the GR3 from Aurec-sur-Loire to Bas-en-Basset, via Monistrol-sur-Loire
We dreamed of starting a GR, but taking 3 months off to do Santiago de Compostela or Stevenson was not possible 🤷♂️.When we heard about the GR 3, the oldest long-distance hiking trail in France, only 1h15 from Lyon and very accessible because some stages are done on foot or…
Jordan Sarrou, Monistrolian mountain bike world champion
Jordan Sarrou was born in 1992 in Saint-Etienne. He grew up in Monistrol-sur-Loire and started mountain biking at the Sainte-Sigolène club: Golène Evasion. Godfather of the Gorges de la Loire mountain biking area, the local child answered some of our questions. His record World Champion in 2020 Winner in tandem with…
I volunteered at the Rockin'Velay Tonight party
Sandrine Bouchand volunteered at the Rockin'Velay Tonight! A beautiful event which takes place on the 2nd Saturday of October each year. This event brought together 32 volunteers. My function was to photographically cover the event accompanied by another photographer. So I had the pleasure of being at the forefront of all the events. Then the cars...
Financier with green lentil flour from Le Puy (AOC)
Bruno Montcoudiol is pastry chef Meilleur Ouvrier de France, world pastry champion. It is located on Rue du Commerce in Monistrol-sur-Loire and rue des Martyrs de Vingré in Saint-Etienne. In 2022, Bruno Montcoudiol also opened a boutique in Andrézieux-Bouthéon with Philippe Bel, chocolatier. Bruno offers us his recipe for financier with flour from…
A gourmet getaway in the fall
On a sunny day in November, our team welcomed Emilie, columnist for the Lyonnais blog Lyon City Crunch for a great nature and gastronomy getaway. We have delivered to this passionate about good restaurants our most beautiful addresses and our great nature spots just 1h15 from Lyon where she lives. Find his experience here!…
Application “Hiking in Haute-Loire”
We have tested for you: the Haute-Loire hiking application and it is awfully well done and super practical! All the Haute-Loire hikes in your smartphone (free download)
A weekend in the Loire gorges in Haute-Loire 1 hour from Lyon
By Pierre Qyrool, columnist for the Lyon City Crunch blog. Go hop, take your backpack and a good pair of shoes, we take you to this little paradise. Day 1: Artias Castle, Lace Museum and Rochebaron Castle 7:50 a.m. We got up super early to make the most of our…
Grated potatoes
The grated potato is THE emblematic recipe of our territory. It goes perfectly with our delicious country charcuterie or a homemade sarrasson with a small green salad: a delight! Psst: come closer, we reveal the recipe! Recipe Ingredients for 4 people 8 to 10 potatoes 2 cloves of garlic…
We tested for you: the walk with a bird of prey from the Rochebaron aviary
In August, Mykolas, our press correspondent at Le Progrès de la Haute-Loire tested for his readers the walk with a raptor from the wings of Rochebaron in the Gorges de Bilhard. Discover his experience below as well as in his press article available here. “Hey! hey! » Nicolas Nespoulous, the falconer of the Château de Rochebaron calls his…
What to do with family?
In this article, I'll give you lots of suggestions to keep our dear darlings busy and make our teens and pre-teens smile! Follow our advice to get them some fresh air and make sure you have peaceful nights 😉 Find without further delay our recommendations specially adapted to families and young children and teenagers in…
A mountain bike trip with friends
In the spring, Lionel Ciochetto had set himself a great challenge with some mountain biker friends: to travel the mountain bike route "between the Loire and the forests" a little arranged in his own way in one day (140 km all the same!). Here he set off from the town of Les Villettes, with his group of friends with their mountain bikes and…
An Indian in the Loire
For 2 days in August 2021, our team welcomed the family of Albatros Malicieux, author for the Chilowé blog dedicated to micro-adventures. Their story and their report recounted below makes you want to try the adventure! On the program for this family adventure, two days of canoeing to discover the riches of the region...
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