Le LignonChenereillesSaint-JeuresLe Mas-de-TenceLe Mazet-Saint-VoyChambon-sur-LignonTenceLe LignonVelay ExpressLac de DevessetLac de LavalettePic du LizieuxLieu de mémoireEglise Saint-VoyVia FluviaDolce ViaSaint-Bonnet -le-FroidLe Puy-en-VelayMont-MézencYssingeauxPic Du Lizieux©Pic Du Lizieux|©Office de tourisme du Haut-LignonThe Lizieux peak and its forestIn the heart of the Haute-Loire, the Pic du Lizieux and its massif are a volcanic nugget offering an astonishing diversity of landscapes and activities. North of Mont Mézenc,...Read more
Entrainenfamille©EntrainenfamilleRide on the Velay ExpressVelay Express, imminent departure of the train, watch out for the closing of the doors! Since 1902, the railway has been opening up the world to us!With its track culminating...Pic Du Lizieux©Pic Du Lizieux|©Office de tourisme du Haut-LignonMemorial sitesThere are no exceptional sites to visit in the Haut-Lignon, but the air and light here hint at an unusual history and state of mind. Botanical garden©Botanical garden|©N.Epalle/Office de tourisme du Haut-LignonThe botanical gardenLocated in the heart of the village of Mazet-Saint-Voy, right next to the farmers’ market, the Christian Grosclaude botanical garden is home to over 450 species of...Mountain biking in Vivarais Lignon ©Mountain biking in Vivarais Lignon |Luc OlivierOur mountain bike routesOn your mountain bike, the wide open spaces as far as the eye can see, the gorges of the Lignon, the great forests of beech and fir, the Pic du Lizieux and the surrounding...Lake Devesset, drone view©Lake Devesset |NaturofilmLake DevessetLac de Devesset offers a wide range of activities in a verdant, rural setting: supervised and free swimming, hiking, water sports, fishing… and lots of great family fun...Saint-Voy church from the air©Saint-Voy church from the air|NaturofilmSaint Voy ChurchBeautiful, simple, surrounded by greenery and conducive to meditation, the church of Saint-Voy is our favorite. A living symbol of the Vivarais-Lignon Plateau, it is also a...River le Lignon©River le Lignon|Luc OlivierLe Lignon, river and lakesCan you hear the trickle of water? Then the Lignon is not far away. A nature destination, Haut-Lignon Lignon offers a multitude of secret, unspoilt spots.This river, emblematic...Lieudememoireenfants 1©Children's place of memory |©L.OLIVIER/Maison du tourisme Haute-LoireA place to rememberOpened in 2013, the Lieu de Mémoire at Le Chambon-sur-Lignon is a unique place dedicated to the history of the Righteous and the Resistance during the Second World War. Alone,...Local flavors©Local flavors|©Jean-Marc VIDALLocal and farmhouse flavoursFlavors, aromas and tantalizing taste buds are all part of the vacation experience! Le Haut-Lignon offers a wide range of flavors: red fruits from the Monts du Velay, mountain...Trail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux ©Trail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux |NaturofilmOur Trail toursDiscover the trail circuits of the Haute-Ardèche-Lignon-Mézenc trail station, a veritable playground for nature runners at an altitude of 1,000 meters. Put on your sneakers and...Tango Piazzollissimots©Tango PiazzollissimotsMusiques en Vivarais-LignonEvery year, during the 2nd fortnight of August, Musiques en Vivarais-Lignon offers musical discoveries of all styles by exceptional artists.Pic Du Lizieux©Pic Du Lizieux|©Office de tourisme du Haut-LignonThe Lizieux peak and its forestIn the heart of the Haute-Loire, the Pic du Lizieux and its massif are a volcanic nugget offering an astonishing diversity of landscapes and activities. North of Mont Mézenc,...
SpringSummerAutumnWinterRiver le Lignon©River le Lignon|Luc OlivierLe Lignon, river and lakesCan you hear the trickle of water? Then the Lignon is not far away. A nature destination, Haut-Lignon Lignon offers a multitude of secret, unspoilt spots.This river, emblematic...Entrainenfamille©EntrainenfamilleRide on the Velay ExpressVelay Express, imminent departure of the train, watch out for the closing of the doors! Since 1902, the railway has been opening up the world to us!With its track culminating...Trail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux ©Trail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux |NaturofilmOur Trail toursDiscover the trail circuits of the Haute-Ardèche-Lignon-Mézenc trail station, a veritable playground for nature runners at an altitude of 1,000 meters. Put on your sneakers and...Massif du Meygal©Massif du Meygal|Jérémie MazetForêt du Meygal and Testavoyre, blue lakeFrom the breathtaking turquoise waters of Lac Bleu to the 360° panorama from the summit of Testavoyre (pronounced “Testa-ouère!”), there’s no doubt...Pic Du Lizieux©Pic Du Lizieux|©Office de tourisme du Haut-LignonThe Lizieux peak and its forestIn the heart of the Haute-Loire, the Pic du Lizieux and its massif are a volcanic nugget offering an astonishing diversity of landscapes and activities. North of Mont Mézenc,...Family ascent of the Pic du Lizieux©Family ascent of the Pic du Lizieux|Laurence BarruelWalks and hikesThere’s nothing like a hike to discover the Haut-Lignon region, its volcanic landscapes with magnificent panoramas, its rich and varied flora, its typical...Saint-Voy church from the air©Saint-Voy church from the air|NaturofilmSaint Voy ChurchBeautiful, simple, surrounded by greenery and conducive to meditation, the church of Saint-Voy is our favorite. A living symbol of the Vivarais-Lignon Plateau, it is also a...From the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massif ©From the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massif |Chloé RuelMezenc MassifA beautiful walk accessible to all, climbing the highest mountain in Haute-Loire and Ardèche: the Mézenc trail. A listed site in the heart of the Monts d’Ardèche Regional...Mountain biking in Vivarais Lignon ©Mountain biking in Vivarais Lignon |Luc OlivierOur mountain bike routesOn your mountain bike, the wide open spaces as far as the eye can see, the gorges of the Lignon, the great forests of beech and fir, the Pic du Lizieux and the surrounding...Lieudememoireenfants 1©Children's place of memory |©L.OLIVIER/Maison du tourisme Haute-LoireA place to rememberOpened in 2013, the Lieu de Mémoire at Le Chambon-sur-Lignon is a unique place dedicated to the history of the Righteous and the Resistance during the Second World War. Alone,...La Dolce Via ©La Dolce Via |La Dolce Via La Dolce ViaWhat is the Dolce Via? 90 kms of safe, well-maintained footpath in the heart of the Ardèche’s unspoilt countryside and wide open spaces. Closest to home, you’ll...Cycle tourism on the Via Fluvia©Cycle tourism on the Via Fluvia|Un monde à Vélo The Via FluviaThe vélo-route between the Loire and Rhône rivers, a 360° nature experience! A vélo-route is a cycling itinerary that uses all types of roads, including those shared with...Lieu De Memoire Exterieur©Lieu De Memoire Exterieur|©Jean marc vidalGreat family visits Vtt En Vivarais Lignon©Vtt En Vivarais Lignon|©Luc OlivierA mountain of activitiesAt an altitude of 1000 m, Haut-Lignon lends itself perfectly to outdoor sports.Hiking, mountain biking, thrills, horse riding, water sports, a stage in the Ardéchoise, choose...Mountain biking on the Haut-Lignon, a family destination plus©Mountain biking on the Haut-Lignon, a family destination plus|Luc Olivier/ Maison du tourisme de la Haute-LoireThe Family Plus destination labelLe Haut-Lignon has a long history of welcoming children, both as a tourist destination and in history with a capital “H”.Welcoming children here is a tradition! In...Burger tasting - GAEC Salers et Bol d'Air©Burger tasting - GAEC Salers et Bol d'Air|Laurence BarruelTastingsHimalayan footbridge©Himalayan footbridgeGorges du Lignon footbridgeFrance’s longest footbridge The gorges du Lignon are at the heart of our territory, and in places they seem impassable, but that would be without counting the gorges du...Salle Le Belvédère at Mas de Tence©Salle Le Belvédère|©Mairie Mas de TenceRoom rentalFind the room that’s right for you!In the Haut-Lignon region, we offer you beautiful rooms with panoramic views, by the river or in the countryside.Plan birthdays,...Funtrott electric scooter©Funtrott electric scooter|©FunTrottAltitude 1,000 metresWhether you’re with family or friends, a seasoned sportsman or a relaxation enthusiast, Haut-Lignon promises unique experiences in the heart of unspoilt nature, summer...Salcrupt ©Salcrupt|jean marc vidalFortified houses, castles and small heritage sitesOur small heritage reveals a piece of local history. Let us surprise you! Office De Tourisme Du Haut Lignon Sortie Marmotte©Office De Tourisme Du Haut Lignon Sortie MarmotteFamily nature outingsAccompanied by our professional guides, come and immerse yourself in unspoilt nature during our environmental discovery outings and discover the treasures of the Lignon...Family©Family|©PixabayLeisure centersWith their Family Plus label, sports and cultural activities, camps, cooking workshops and games, our leisure centers are full of energy! Mountain biking on the Haut-Lignon©Mountain biking on the Haut-Lignon|Luc OlivierIn the familyWith 2 Family Plus resorts, Haut-Lignon pays particular attention to welcoming children and families. It’s off to a fun-filled vacation full of discoveries for children,...Adobestock Family Restaurant©Adobestock Family Restaurant|©AdobestockFamily restaurants TenceAt one of our Family Plus restaurants, you’ll find a table for a delicious family meal. We’ll give you special attention: coloring pages for the kids, a changing...Funtrott electric scooter©Funtrott electric scooter|©FunTrottAltitude 1,000 metresWhether you’re with family or friends, a seasoned sportsman or a relaxation enthusiast, Haut-Lignon promises unique experiences in the heart of unspoilt nature, summer...Services©Services|PixabayServicesVisit to the Mazeaux mill©Visit to the Mazeaux mill|©Jean-Marc VIDALActivities and group visitsWhether you’re a group staying in the Haut-Lignon or on a day trip, we can offer you outdoor activities, leisure activities or sightseeing. Whether you’re with...Brook trout, meadow root beurre blanc, coloured carrots and polenta.©Arbre Vagabond Restaurant|restaurant l'Arbre vagabondOur recipe ideasAmong our restaurateurs, a few chefs have revealed their recipes. As ambassadors for our region, they cook up tasty, high-quality local produce.Whether it’s good produce...Ecureuil adventure trail©Ecureuil adventure trail|Naturo FILMTeen CornerWhere can you take your teenagers for a holiday that’s full of sport and a good dose of thrills? Le Haut-Lignon offers unusual and sensational sports activities, and a...Le Calibert concert hall in Le Mazet-Saint-Voy©Le Calibert concert hall in Le Mazet-Saint-Voy|Pierre-SuchereLe CalibertThis “Le Calibert” hall was born of a desire by the municipality of Le Mazet-Saint-Voy under the aegis of Bernard Cotte, with its inauguration in May 2018. The...Lake Devesset, drone view©Lake Devesset |NaturofilmLake DevessetLac de Devesset offers a wide range of activities in a verdant, rural setting: supervised and free swimming, hiking, water sports, fishing… and lots of great family fun...Restaurant dish©Restaurant dish|jean marc vidalWhere to eat?Make the most of your vacation in the Haute-Loire, in the Haut-Lignon region, to sample tasty, authentic products.Cheeses, charcuterie, honey, red fruits… will tantalize...Health©Health|PixabayHealthDoctors, pharmacies, nurses, dentists… All health services in Haut-Lignon. Parcoursdelamemoire©ParcoursdelamemoireThe Memory TrailPreserving and passing on the history of the Plateau during the Second World War is the aim of this guided tour of the village of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon. House La Vigne in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon©House La Vigne in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon|P. BARRIOLGroups and seminarsIf you’re looking to organize a group holiday in Haut-Lignon, group accommodation, group activities, holiday ideas: we’ve got everything you need to make your life...Sunset at Pic du Lizieux©Sunset at Pic du Lizieux|NaturofilmStayAll the information you need to prepare your stay in Haut-Lignon, Haute-Loire. Seen from the summit of Pic du Lizieux (1388m altitude)Haute-Loire - le Mazet-saint-Voy©Seen from the summit of Pic du Lizieux (1388m altitude)|©L.BarruelAltitude 1,000 metres for the whole familyBook your family holiday at 1000 m altitude in one of the 6 villages of the Haut-Lignon. The Haut-Lignon is an ideal playground for lovers of wide open spaces. In the...Kizou Dumas©Kizou Dumas|©kizou DumasKizou DUMAS, the artist-fishermanIt’s hard to find 3 words to describe Kizou’s paintings and his character… Kizou’s canvases are atypical and for 50 years, his work has been...Produits Du Terroir Haut Lignon©Produits Du Terroir Haut Lignon|Luc Olivier/MDT Haute-LoireGourmet experiencesFeast and savour the flavours of the Haut-Lignon! Our producers and breeders take you on a purely local culinary journey. Experience them on the farm, where you’ll meet...From the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massif ©From the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massif |Chloé RuelMezenc MassifA beautiful walk accessible to all, climbing the highest mountain in Haute-Loire and Ardèche: the Mézenc trail. A listed site in the heart of the Monts d’Ardèche Regional...Place of Memory, the geography of the Plateau©Place of Memory, the geography of the PlateauFamily activities and visitsFun and discovery-filled vacations. The Haut-Lignon region offers a wide range of outdoor activities, including river and forest walks, cultural and leisure activities, and...Le Chambon-sur-Lignon International Cadet Tennis Tournament©Le Chambon-sur-Lignon International Cadet Tennis Tournament|Le Chambon tennisCadet International Tennis TournamentEvery February, at an altitude of 1,000 meters in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon, the international elite of young tennis-women and tennis-men come together. These 15 and 16 year-old...Saint-Voy church from the air©Saint-Voy church from the air|NaturofilmSaint Voy ChurchBeautiful, simple, surrounded by greenery and conducive to meditation, the church of Saint-Voy is our favorite. A living symbol of the Vivarais-Lignon Plateau, it is also a...Flowers, Elisabeth Cuffel©Flowers, Elisabeth CuffelElisabeth CUFFEL, the stained glass artistElisabeth is anatypical craftswoman, as we are fortunate to have in Le Haut-Lignon. She works as a stained glass artist, an intriguing craft that makes you want to take a...Outside Saint-Voy church ©Outside Saint-Voy church |juan83Land of heritageThe villages of Le Haut-Lignon have a rich architectural heritage. Whether in the heart of a village, at the edge of a forest, out of sight or in a hamlet, you’ll...Tence ©Tence |© Luc OlivierOur villagesLe Haut-Lignon and its 6 villages reveal their treasures. Discover our 6 communes, from the smallest to the largest, all offering you the warmest welcome and nuggets for...Wellness©WellnessFarniente at 1000 metresEven if you’re not by the sea or in a spa, you’ll find plenty of ideas for relaxation and well-being: fitness and relaxation areas, beauty salons, massages and...Snow-covered Mezenc from the golf course at Chambon-sur-Lignon ©Snow-covered Mezenc from the golf course at Chambon-sur-Lignon |Chloé RuelSnow funDiscover the pleasures of snow on the Haut-Lignon, a veritable winter paradise situated at an altitude of 1000 meters in the Haute-Loire. Panoramic views of Mont Mézenc and its...
Creaticri theatre©Creaticri theatre|Christine LopezCultural and creative family activitiesExpert hands: handicraft workshops for you! Here you’ll find all the children’s workshops, supervised by professionals, to help you get the most out of your...
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Concert Ours Maçon©Concert Ours Maçon|©Ours MaçonWhere to go out?If you want to go out in the Haut-Lignon region, there are two theaters with annual programs: Le Calibert and L’Ours Maçon. Many festivals are also organized, so...Tango Piazzollissimots©Tango PiazzollissimotsMusiques en Vivarais-LignonEvery year, during the 2nd fortnight of August, Musiques en Vivarais-Lignon offers musical discoveries of all styles by exceptional artists.The tourist train between Raucoules and Saint-Agrève.©The tourist train between Raucoules and Saint-Agrève.|Luc Olivier/ Maison du tourisme de la Haute-LoireThe little family trainToday, we’re taking you on board France’s highest historic railroad.Treat yourself and your family to a timeless journey. Here are our tips for preparing your...
#hautlignonBasket of porcini mushrooms©Basket of porcini mushrooms|Marie RoyetPhoto Adeline Guerriat©Photo Adeline GuerriatCows in the pasture GAEC des Beaudor©Cows in the pasture GAEC des BeaudorSaint Voy Church©Saint Voy Church|Stephv38 Tourist Train Between Raucoules And Saint Agreve© Tourist Train Between Raucoules And Saint Agreve |©Luc OlivierFille Dans Un Champs De Jonquilles Tence Chloe Ruel©Fille Dans Un Champs De Jonquilles Tence Chloe RuelLizieux summit ©Lizieux summit |Blandinette 42