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Le Haut-Lignon, a secret to share...
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-MézencYssingeaux
Pic Du LizieuxPic Du Lizieux
©Pic Du Lizieux|©Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
The Lizieux peak and its forest
In 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,...
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Saint-Voy church from the airSaint-Voy church from the air
©Saint-Voy church from the air|Naturofilm
Saint Voy Church
Beautiful, 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...
Children's place of memoryLieudememoireenfants 1
©Children's place of memory |©L.OLIVIER/Maison du tourisme Haute-Loire
A place to remember
Opened 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 flavorsLocal flavors
©Local flavors|©Jean-Marc VIDAL
Local and farmhouse flavours
Flavors, 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...
River le LignonRiver le Lignon
©River le Lignon|Luc Olivier
Le Lignon, river and lakes
Can 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...
Family ascent of the Pic du LizieuxFamily ascent of the Pic du Lizieux
©Family ascent of the Pic du Lizieux|Laurence Barruel
Walks and hikes
There’s nothing like a hike to discover the Haut-Lignon region, its volcanic landscapes with magnificent panoramas, its rich and varied flora, its typical...
Pic Du LizieuxPic Du Lizieux
©Pic Du Lizieux|©Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
Memorial sites
There 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 gardenBotanical garden
©Botanical garden|©N.Epalle/Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
The botanical garden
Located 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...
Les-Lectures-sous-lArbre.jpgLectures Sous Larbre
©Lectures Sous Larbre
Reading under the tree
Every year in mid-August, a week of readings and meetings dedicated to contemporary poetry.
Trail runner on the slopes of the LizieuxTrail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux
©Trail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux |Naturofilm
Our Trail tours
Discover 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 PiazzollissimotsTango Piazzollissimots
©Tango Piazzollissimots
Musiques en Vivarais-Lignon
Every year, during the 2nd fortnight of August, Musiques en Vivarais-Lignon offers musical discoveries of all styles by exceptional artists.
EntrainenfamilleEntrainenfamille
©Entrainenfamille
Ride on the Velay Express
Velay 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...
Lake DevessetLake Devesset, drone view
©Lake Devesset |Naturofilm
Lake Devesset
Lac 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...

There's an experience for you... All year round

Family ascent of the Pic du LizieuxFamily ascent of the Pic du Lizieux
©Family ascent of the Pic du Lizieux|Laurence Barruel
Walks and hikes
There’s nothing like a hike to discover the Haut-Lignon region, its volcanic landscapes with magnificent panoramas, its rich and varied flora, its typical...
Trail runner on the slopes of the LizieuxTrail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux
©Trail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux |Naturofilm
Our Trail tours
Discover 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...
Pic Du LizieuxPic Du Lizieux
©Pic Du Lizieux|©Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
The Lizieux peak and its forest
In 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,...
Massif du MeygalMassif du Meygal
©Massif du Meygal|Jérémie Mazet
Forêt du Meygal and Testavoyre, blue lake
From the breathtaking turquoise waters of Lac Bleu to the 360° panorama from the summit of Testavoyre (pronounced “Testa-ouère!”), there’s no doubt...
Children's place of memoryLieudememoireenfants 1
©Children's place of memory |©L.OLIVIER/Maison du tourisme Haute-Loire
A place to remember
Opened 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,...
River le LignonRiver le Lignon
©River le Lignon|Luc Olivier
Le Lignon, river and lakes
Can 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...
From the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massifFrom the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massif
©From the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massif |Chloé Ruel
Mezenc Massif
A 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 LignonMountain biking in Vivarais Lignon
©Mountain biking in Vivarais Lignon |Luc Olivier
Our mountain bike routes
On 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...
EntrainenfamilleEntrainenfamille
©Entrainenfamille
Ride on the Velay Express
Velay 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...
La Dolce ViaLa Dolce Via
©La Dolce Via |La Dolce Via
La Dolce Via
What 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 FluviaCycle tourism on the Via Fluvia
©Cycle tourism on the Via Fluvia|Un monde à Vélo
The Via Fluvia
The 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...
Saint-Voy church from the airSaint-Voy church from the air
©Saint-Voy church from the air|Naturofilm
Saint Voy Church
Beautiful, 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...
Maeva Abrial, artisan shoemakerMaeva Abrial, artisan shoemaker, creates her brand ABRIAL CHAUSSURES
©Maeva Abrial, artisan shoemaker|Maeva Abrial
Maeva ABRIAL, the shoemaker
Maeva was born in Tence, left to explore other horizons and returned to her native village to set up her boutique shoemaking workshop and create her own brand: ABRIAL –...
Music concertMusic concert
©Music concert|FreePik
What’s on this month
Pic Du LizieuxPic Du Lizieux
©Pic Du Lizieux|©Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
The Lizieux peak and its forest
In 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,...
Music concertMusic concert
©Music concert|FreePik
See you this weekend
Seen from the summit of Pic du Lizieux (1388m altitude)Seen from the summit of Pic du Lizieux (1388m altitude)
©Seen from the summit of Pic du Lizieux|Laurence Barruel
I come during the day
Do your toddlers have energy to spare? Then a nature activity day is just what they need!
Place of Memory, the geography of the PlateauPlace of Memory, the geography of the Plateau
©Place of Memory, the geography of the Plateau
Family activities and visits
Fun 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...
Marie Laure Demutrécy the potter Atelier VivaterreMarie Laure Demutrécy the potter Atelier Vivaterre
©Le Haut-Lignon is an incredible reservoir of talent, artists, craftspeople and enthusiasts... |jean marc vidal
Marie-Laure DEMUTRECY, the potter
Marie-Laure will introduce you to a poetic world combined with the gentleness of the earth element, in her studio in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon.
House La Vigne in Le Chambon-sur-LignonHouse La Vigne in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon
©House La Vigne in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon|P. BARRIOL
Groups and seminars
If 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...
DaffodilsDaffodils
©Daffodils|©Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
Spring on the Haut-Lignon for a weekend
Just 45 minutes by car from Saint Étienne or Annonay, come and visit us! Between 900 and 1100 m altitude, springtime brings a very special feeling. It’s like being...
Himalayan footbridgeHimalayan footbridge
©Himalayan footbridge
Gorges du Lignon footbridge
France’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...
Botanical gardenBotanical garden
©Botanical garden|©N.Epalle/Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
The botanical garden
Located 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...
The Roche aux Fées kotaThe Roche aux Fées kota
©The Roche aux Fées kota|Cathy Masset
Unusual accommodations
Whether you’re looking for an unusual gift or an original trip, come and enjoy an atypical experience in the Haut-Lignon region.Stay in a fully-equipped gypsy caravan in...
Porcini mushroom soupPorcini mushroom soup
©Porcini mushroom soup|iStock
Gourmet week
The autumn vacation rendezvous that all gourmets have been waiting for. On this sunny Sunday, how about a stroll along the Haut-Lignon to awaken your taste buds? Thanks to the...
Pic Du LizieuxPic Du Lizieux
©Pic Du Lizieux|©Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
The Lizieux peak and its forest
In 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 aperitif at Barbacanearound a coffee table, a family aperitif at Barbacane in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon.
©Family aperitif at Barbacane |jean marc vidal
Where to go out in the evening?
Here are a few ideas for outings, whether you’re a trendy bar addict, a wild dancer or simply looking for a spot where the atmosphere is convivial! Here’s where to...
150 Years of Mas de Tence150 Years of Mas de Tence
©150 Years of Mas de Tence|© Mairie du Mas de tence
An exhibition at Mas de Tence
What to visit at Mas de Tence Our favorite place in Le Haut-Lignon! Why not discover the history of Le Haut-Lignon in a different way?
Home Xv France Rugby ChambonHome Xv France Rugby Chambon
©Home Xv France Rugby Chambon
1,000 metres, the champion altitude
Situated at an altitude of 1,000 meters, Haut-Lignon offers an ideal setting for the physical preparation of top-level athletes. Sport is part of the region’s DNA,...
Golfer - panoramic view of Mont MézencGolfer - panorama of Mont Mézenc, view from signature hole 13, Chambon-sur-Lignon golf course
©Golfer - panorama of Mont Mézenc, view from signature hole 13|NaturoFILM
Swinging at 1,000 metres
Mountain biking at Lac de DevessetMountain biking at Lac de Devesset
©Mountain biking at Lac de Devesset|David Mechin
Mountain bike trails
On the slopes of the Lizieux, in the gorges of the Lignon, from the top of the plateaus, these are routes to explore on mountain bikes and discover the countryside. Le...
Bellevue guest house in TenceBellevue guest house in Tence
©Bellevue guest house in Tence|Erika Faerber
Bed & Breakfast
It’s a very pleasant way to discover our region, hosted as friends in private homes. Beautiful buildings, local farms, so many opportunities to immerse yourself in our...
Camping Les murmures du Lignon in TenceCamping Les murmures du Lignon in Tence
©Camping Les murmures du Lignon in Tence|Les murmures du Lignon
Campsites and RV parks
Whether you’re looking for a vacation in a tent, a caravan or a bungalow, there’s sure to be a campsite to suit your needs. Situated on the banks of the Lignon or...
Vacation village in TenceOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA
©Vacation village in Tence|VVF Villages
Residences and vacation villages
For your family vacations, find your stay in Haut Lignon in our vacation villages and residences. Animations, clubs, evenings, excursions, swimming pool, are included in your...
Picnic on the BeachPicnic on the Beach
©Picnic on the Beach|©Jean-Marc VIDAL
Nice spots for a picnic in Haut-Lignon
Meals in the bag, eating on the grass for a relaxing moment with family, friends, lovers – in short, for everyone!Our picnic areas will make your days in the countryside...
A gourmet sunset at the summit of LizieuxA gourmet sunset at the summit of Lizieux
©A gourmet sunset at the summit of Lizieux|Laurence Barruel
Gourmet sunset
The Pic du Lizieux is a magnificent natural space at any time of day, but sunset remains a magical moment to discover the landscapes in incredible light, and to watch the...
Produits Du Terroir Haut LignonProduits Du Terroir Haut Lignon
©Produits Du Terroir Haut Lignon|Luc Olivier/MDT Haute-Loire
Gourmet experiences
Feast 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...
WellnessWellness
©Wellness
Farniente at 1000 metres
Even 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...
Le Chambon-sur-Lignon International Cadet Tennis TournamentLe Chambon-sur-Lignon International Cadet Tennis Tournament
©Le Chambon-sur-Lignon International Cadet Tennis Tournament|Le Chambon tennis
Cadet International Tennis Tournament
Every 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...
La Dolce ViaLa Dolce Via
©La Dolce Via |La Dolce Via
La Dolce Via
What 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...
Souzani, the storeSouzani, the store
©Souzani, the store
SOUZANI, the talent scout
Sadaf came from Iran at the age of 13 to study at the Cévennes College, bringing with her a little of the Orient.
Seen from the summit of Pic du Lizieux (1388m altitude)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.Barruel
Altitude 1,000 metres for the whole family
Book 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...
From the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massifFrom the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massif
©From the Chambon golf course, the Mezenc massif |Chloé Ruel
Mezenc Massif
A 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...
Marie Laure Demutrécy the potter Atelier VivaterreMarie Laure Demutrécy the potter Atelier Vivaterre
©Le Haut-Lignon is an incredible reservoir of talent, artists, craftspeople and enthusiasts... |jean marc vidal
Marie-Laure DEMUTRECY, the potter
Marie-Laure will introduce you to a poetic world combined with the gentleness of the earth element, in her studio in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon.
Kizou DumasKizou Dumas
©Kizou Dumas|©kizou Dumas
Kizou DUMAS, the artist-fisherman
It’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...
Cycle tourism on the Via FluviaCycle tourism on the Via Fluvia
©Cycle tourism on the Via Fluvia|Un monde à Vélo
The Via Fluvia
The 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...
Massif du MeygalMassif du Meygal
©Massif du Meygal|Jérémie Mazet
Forêt du Meygal and Testavoyre, blue lake
From the breathtaking turquoise waters of Lac Bleu to the 360° panorama from the summit of Testavoyre (pronounced “Testa-ouère!”), there’s no doubt...
TenceTence
©Tence |© Luc Olivier
Our villages
Le 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...

Agenda

Unusual or mythical? Prepare your stay

Macaroons from the Chambouvet pastry shopChambouvet Macarron
©Macaroons from the Chambouvet pastry shop|Chambouvet
the Pompon tençois
From imagination to creation!
Picnic on the BeachPicnic on the Beach
©Picnic on the Beach|©Jean-Marc VIDAL
Nice spots for a picnic in Haut-Lignon
Meals in the bag, eating on the grass for a relaxing moment with family, friends, lovers – in short, for everyone!Our picnic areas will make your days in the countryside...
Porcini mushroom soupPorcini mushroom soup
©Porcini mushroom soup |AdobeStock
Velouté de Cèpes Haut-Lignon style
6 pers. 20 mn preparation 30 mn cooking Recipe for velouté de cèpes, an undergrowth delight
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Basket of porcini mushroomsBasket of porcini mushrooms
©Basket of porcini mushrooms|Marie Royet
Photo Adeline GuerriatPhoto Adeline Guerriat
©Photo Adeline Guerriat
Cows in the pasture GAEC des BeaudorCows in the pasture GAEC des Beaudor
©Cows in the pasture GAEC des Beaudor
Saint Voy ChurchSaint Voy Church
©Saint Voy Church|Stephv38
Tourist Train Between Raucoules And Saint Agreve Tourist Train Between Raucoules And Saint Agreve
© Tourist Train Between Raucoules And Saint Agreve |©Luc Olivier
Fille Dans Un Champs De Jonquilles Tence Chloe RuelFille Dans Un Champs De Jonquilles Tence Chloe Ruel
©Fille Dans Un Champs De Jonquilles Tence Chloe Ruel
Lizieux summitLizieux summit
©Lizieux summit |Blandinette 42