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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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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.
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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,...

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

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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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?
Le Pic Du Lizieux P.bLe Pic Du Lizieux P.b
©Le Pic Du Lizieux P.b|©P.Bousseaud/Office de tourisme
Forestry work in the Lizieux forest
📣 Attention – forestry work will be carried out from May 26, 2025 in the Lizieux forest.
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...
Field of wheat and blueberriesField of wheat and blueberries
©Field of wheat and blueberries |Nancy Epalle
Newsletter
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Les Cyclistes De L'Ardéchoise at Chambon-sur-LignonLes Cyclistes De L'Ardéchoise at Chambon-sur-Lignon
©Les Cyclistes De L'Ardéchoise at Chambon-sur-Lignon|©Luc Olivier
Cycling routes
The Haut-Lignon offers cycling routes to suit all abilities. From the 16km circuit for families, to the more than 100km sporting route, choose your itinerary! Don’t...
Concert Ours MaçonConcert Ours Maçon
©Concert Ours Maçon|©Ours Maçon
Where 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...
Photographic tour of the Mazet-Saint-Voy botanical gardenPhotographic tour of the Mazet-Saint-Voy botanical garden
©Photographic tour of the Mazet-Saint-Voy botanical garden|Jean-Marc Vidal
Family experiences
Skate Parc Chambon-sur-Lignon Skate Parc Chambon-sur-Lignon
© Skate Parc Chambon-sur-Lignon|©F.Broussard/Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
Playgrounds
Tennis, pétanque, boulodromes, orienteering courses on the Haut-Lignon.
Gîte la fermette in TenceGîte la fermette in Tence
©Gîte la fermette in Tence
Gites and vacation rentals
Houses, farms, gîtes, apartments, chalets… In the country, in the countryside or in villages.For a week or a weekend. For a natural and authentic vacation in the heart of...
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...
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 –...
Mountain biking on the Haut-Lignon, a family destination plusMountain 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-Loire
Le Chambon-sur-Lignon family destination
Le Chambon-sur-Lignon is one of two communes in the Haut-Lignon region to have been awarded the Famille Plus label. This label guarantees a warm welcome for parents and their...
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
Sunset at Pic du LizieuxSunset at Pic du Lizieux
©Sunset at Pic du Lizieux|Naturofilm
Top places to watch the sunset
A sunset in the Haut-Lignon is not just a sight for sore eyes; it’s also an invitation to contemplation and connection with nature. Whether alone or in a group, every...
Market in Le Chambon-sur-LignonMarket in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon
©Market in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon|NaturoFILM
The markets
Temple of Le Chambon-sur-LignonTemple of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon
©Temple of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon|Luc Olivier
Land of history
On the borders of the Velay and Vivarais regions, Haut-Lignon, a land of contrasts, is a fine example of unity. Born of a tumultuous history between religious wars and a land...
Le Pic Du Lizieux P.bLe Pic Du Lizieux P.b
©Le Pic Du Lizieux P.b|©P.Bousseaud/Office de tourisme
Forestry work in the Lizieux forest
📣 Attention – forestry work will be carried out from May 26, 2025 in the Lizieux forest.
Tence/Vue Chapelle des PénitentsTence/Vue Chapelle des Pénitents
©Tence/Vue Chapelle des Pénitents|Jean-Marc VIDAL
Musée-chapelle des Pénitents
Marie invites you to follow her on a tour of this museum of religious art. You’ll plunge into the life of a brotherhood, past and present, and into the religious history...
Roadtrips on the Haut-LignonRoadtrips on the Haut-Lignon
©Roadtrips on the Haut-Lignon|Freepik
Roadtrips
Set off on a nostalgic adventure through the Haut-Lignon region, in your classic car or converted van. Your road-trip will take you through an area rich in cultural and natural...
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.
storestore
©store|©Jean-Marc VIDAL
Stores and boutiques
Whether you’re looking for a pair of sports shoes or a jacket for your hikes, or a store for a small souvenir gift… find what you’re looking for in this...
Burger tasting - GAEC Salers et Bol d'AirBurger tasting - GAEC Salers et Bol d'Air
©Burger tasting - GAEC Salers et Bol d'Air|Laurence Barruel
Tastings
Résilience Festival - family eventsRésilience Festival - family events
©Résilience Festival - family events|Jean-Marc VIDAL
Family agenda
During your family stay in Haut-Lignon, enjoy shows, creative workshops, nature outings for children… Find the list of Famille Plus events in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon and Tence
Chaumargeais school of the prophetsChaumargeais Ecole Des Prophetes Autumn 2024 Copyright Nancy Epalle 3
©Chaumargeais school of the prophets
Portraits of resistance fighters/refugees
We’ve got to save the children! Here, it would seem that compassion has inspired people’s consciences, and with no pretence of heroic action, we welcome them...
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...
Flowers, Elisabeth CuffelFlowers, Elisabeth Cuffel
©Flowers, Elisabeth Cuffel
Elisabeth CUFFEL, the stained glass artist
Elisabeth 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...
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...
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...
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.
Outside Saint-Voy churchOutside Saint-Voy church
©Outside Saint-Voy church |juan83
Land of heritage
The 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...

Agenda

Unusual or mythical? Prepare your stay

Saint-Voy church from the airSaint-Voy church from the air
©Saint-Voy church from the air|Naturofilm
A land of memory and heritage
To the east of the Haute-Loire and north-west of the Ardèche, the Pays du Haut-Lignon is a unique territory. An eccentric geography, a passionate religious history, a land of...
Caroline Sageman pianistCaroline Sageman pianist
©Caroline Sageman pianist festival Musiques en Vivarais Lignon|jean marc vidal
Top festivals
The Plateau du Haut-Lignon is a breeding ground for festivals and cultural life in all its forms: classical and other music, literature, poetry, cinema and cinema for young...
Fitting rings - Romy DeygasFitting rings - Romy Deygas
©Fitting rings - Romy Deygas|Romy DEYGAS
Romy DEYGAS, the jeweller
In the tradition of French jewelry-making, Romy designs and creates dream jewelry by hand. An artisan d’art, she offers custom creations, repairs and transformations...
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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