In the morning leave for a peaceful day on the plateau at an altitude of around 800 m, on the borders of three provinces, Forez, Velay and Auvergne and 3 departments (Loire, Haute-Loire and Puy de Dôme). Immerse yourself in time in the heart of the medieval walls of St Pal de Chalencon, a small town full of character. Free visit using a discovery circuit (available at the tourist office).

Extend your discovery, starting from the center of the village by hiking on the discovery trail of the Neolithic polisher of "Chier Marty" (7 km) large granite rock where legend wants to see the footprints of the mule of Saint Martin, accessible to the whole family. Neolithic men came there, polishing their stone axes and adzes.
In the hamlet of Méalet, an orientation table will offer you an exceptional view of the Pic du Lizieux, Mont Mézenc, la Madeleine, etc. and if the weather is clear, you will have the pleasure of seeing Mont Blanc 4807 m, but be careful if it is visible,” according to the ancients, “it is not a sign of good weather!

Lunch possible at “My parents’ farm”, where everything is “homemade”. Also producers of red fruits, you can buy jams, coulis, syrup, etc.) Tel 04 71 61 38 50.
Another possibility: Le Méridien with its covered terrace – Tel 04 71 65 20 94

In the afternoon, less than 10 minutes by car, nestled on the banks of the river, the XNUMXth century Vignal mill will be appreciated by both young and old to discover the manufacture of oil and flour.