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
Lectures Sous Larbre©Lectures Sous LarbreReading under the treeEvery year in mid-August, a week of readings and meetings dedicated to contemporary poetry.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...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...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...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...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,...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,...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...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.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...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...
SpringSummerAutumnWinterPic 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,...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...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...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...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,...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...Pic Du Lizieux Au Leve Du Soleil ©Pic Du Lizieux Au Leve Du Soleil |Philippe BOUSSEAUDVideosFor a wide-angle view of your next vacation or getaway, discover the Haut-Lignon in video… Less than 2 hours from Lyon, 1 h 15 from Valence, escape at 1,000 meters altitude! Hôtel de la Poste in Tence©Hôtel de la Poste in Tence|Hôtel de la PosteHotelsFind your hotel in Haut-Lignon — in Haute-Loire. For a short or longer stay. From 3-star establishments to more modest establishments, you can choose from around ten...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...Lieu De Memoire Exterieur©Lieu De Memoire Exterieur|©Jean marc vidalGreat family visitsLa 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...Panorama Au Sommet Du Pic Du Lizieux©Panorama Au Sommet Du Pic Du Lizieux|©P.Bousseaud/Office de tourismeDiscoverAt an altitude of 1000 meters, come and discover the Haut-Lignon! Nature, heritage, culture, crafts, local produce... Skate Parc Chambon-sur-Lignon© Skate Parc Chambon-sur-Lignon|©F.Broussard/Office de tourisme du Haut-LignonPlaygrounds for childrenSites and games everywhere! Outdoor and indoor tennis courts Games at La Plage in Le Chambon-sur-lignon, with “Famille plus” label Stade du Pont on the banks of...Himalayan 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...Recipe from L'Arbre Vagabond restaurant DUCK FILET, TOPINAMBOURS PUREE, SALSIFIS & SPÄTZLES©DUCK FILLET, JERUSALEM ARTICHOKE PURÉE, SALSIFY & SPÄTZLES|Restaurant L'arbre vagabondDuck fillet, Jerusalem artichoke purée by l’Arbre Vagabond 8 pers. 1h preparation 40 mn cooking Fin Gras Du Mezenc Sunset ©Fin Gras du Mézenc|Maison du Fin GrasFin gras du Mézenc“Le Fin Gras du Mézenc, on en fait tout le foin!” Fin Gras du Mézenc is a marbled beef recognized as a Protected Designation of Origin. The cattle and heifers are...Village of Mas-de-Tence, drone view at sunset©village of Mas-de-Tence|NaturofilmLe Mas de TenceThe Haut-Lignon’s smallest and most panoramic village The village lies at an altitude of 1,080 m and has a population of 147. 7 km after Tence on the RD 18, the village...Classic car ride©Classic car ride|LfDvvintage car ridesBetween the gorges of the Lignon and the high plateaux, take to the roads of the Haut-Lignon! Several road-trips are available for classic car enthusiasts, with sightseeing and...Pic Du Lizieux Au Leve Du Soleil ©Pic Du Lizieux Au Leve Du Soleil |Philippe BOUSSEAUDVideosFor a wide-angle view of your next vacation or getaway, discover the Haut-Lignon in video… Less than 2 hours from Lyon, 1 h 15 from Valence, escape at 1,000 meters altitude! Buttercup meadow along the Lignon river©Buttercup meadow |Copyright Nancy Epalle LiveHere you’ll find practical information about Le Haut-Lignon: download our tourism brochures, the weather forecast to help you plan or enjoy your stay with us, webcams to...Auvergne Haute Loire Vtt En Vivarais Lignon. 089©Mountain biking on the Haut-Lignon|Luc OlivierMountains for everyoneLe Haut-Lignon, a paradise for nature lovers in all seasons! Discover our easy hikes, perfect for immersing yourself in the beauty of our landscapes. Take advantage of our many...store©store|©Jean-Marc VIDALStores and boutiquesWhether 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...Résilience Festival - family events©Résilience Festival - family events|Jean-Marc VIDALFamily agenda TenceDuring 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 Lieu De Memoire Exterieur©Lieu De Memoire Exterieur|©Jean marc vidalGreat family visitsMountain 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,...Saint-Voy church from the air©Saint-Voy church from the air|NaturofilmA land of memory and heritageTo 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...Rucher St Voy©The hives of the Rucher de Saint-Voy|Rucher de Saint-VoyMountain honeysVisit our local markets in the Haut-Lignon and discover local mountain honeys! Haute Loire Randonnee Sur Le Chemin De Compostelle De Geneve Au Puy En Velay Au Bord Du Lignon A Tence 18 Luc Olivier©Haute Loire Randonnée Sur Le Chemin De Saint-Jacques de Compostelle De Geneve Au Puy En Velay Au Bord Du Lignon A Tence |Luc OlivierPilgrim routesThese days, everything goes fast, too fast! So to slow down the pace and discover the Haut-Lignon to the full, you need to do it “on foot”. Set off for 1 hour, 1...Souzani, the store©Souzani, the storeSOUZANI, the talent scoutSadaf came from Iran at the age of 13 to study at the Cévennes College, bringing with her a little of the Orient. Marie Laure Demutrécy the potter Atelier Vivaterre©Le Haut-Lignon is an incredible reservoir of talent, artists, craftspeople and enthusiasts... |jean marc vidalMarie-Laure DEMUTRECY, the potterMarie-Laure will introduce you to a poetic world combined with the gentleness of the earth element, in her studio in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon. 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...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,...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...Village of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon©Le Chambon-sur-Lignon|©NaturoFilmLe Chambon-sur-LignonSituated between 874 and 1,139 m above sea level, Le Chambon-sur-Lignon offers you the chance to enjoy a stay in the great outdoors, with a concentration of stores, cultural...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...Ascent of snow-covered Mont Mézenc ©Ascent of snow-covered Mont Mézenc |Chloé RuelTake a breath of fresh air for the winter vacations!There’s plenty to look forward to, and plenty of fresh air for the whole family! Tence ©Tence |©Office de tourisme du Haut-LignonOur 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...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...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...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...
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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Passerelle Le Val Du Rio©Passerelle Le Val Du Rio|©le Val du rioAccommodations with the Famille Plus label TenceSince joining the Famille plus label scheme, accommodation providers have been committed to pampering families. Our label partners offer a full range of family-friendly...Gîte la fermette in Tence©Gîte la fermette in TenceGites and vacation rentalsHouses, 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...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...
#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