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A mountain of activities

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Top 10 outdoor sports activities

At 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 Haut-Lignon for an active vacation.

We’ve put together our top 10 nature activities.

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A play area for 1. The trail

Run on the trails of the Trail On Piste Ardèche Mézenc Lignon resort with several entry points: a start in each of the 4 territories and the possibility of reaching each village.

With 3 trails starting from Tence, you can climb to the top of the Lizieux and enjoy the scenery while you train.

Labelled Station Trail On Piste, from Tence you can join the trails of the Mézenc, Saint Bonnet Le Froid or Ardèche Hautes Vallées trail stations,

  • Trail 3 days

Trail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux

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Trail runner on the slopes of the Lizieux

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Running on the slopes of Pic du Lizieux

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Running on the slopes of Pic du Lizieux

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    Download the On Piste app and move to the right spots!

    Access marked itineraries, let us guide you along the routes, record your performances and share your experience!
    Download detailed route descriptions and GPX tracks for free.
    Available on App Store, Google play.

    2. A mountain bike area FFC-certified

    Vtt En Vivarais Lignon

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    Vtt En Vivarais Lignon

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    ©Luc Olivier

    Mountain biking in the forest

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    Mountain biking in the forest

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    Luc Olivier

      The great outdoors is yours!
      14 mountain bike trails through forests, plateaux, the Gorges du Lignon or Pic du Lizieux, and small villages with lauze roofs!
      Another way to discover our region. In the mid-range mountains, our itineraries are easier to access.

      There’s a mountain bike circuit to suit every level of rider (from green to black). Distances range from 6 to 40 kilometers.

      • 1 family circuit in the Lizieux massif, starting from La Bataille.
      • 5 AE mountain bike circuits departing from Le Chambon-sur-Lignon, Le Mazet-Saint-Voy and Tence.
      • Mountain bikers, various races are organized between August and October every year!
      • 3 days mountain biking

      Choose your route 

      14 - Vers le Mas-de-Tence
      5 - Du Lignon au Lac de Devesset
      3 - Du Chambon au golf
      13 - Du Lignon à Pouzols
      Les Trois Ponts
      7 - Vers le Pic du Lizieux
      10 - Vers le Suc du Mounier
      Le Trifoulou
      12 - La Roche Druidique de Crouzilhac
      8 - Le Plateau
      2 - Le Bois de Peybrousson
      4 - La Petite Suchère
      11 - Vers Lavalette
      1 - La Bruyère
      Tour de Pays VTT Ardèche Hautes Vallées (étape 3) : de Devesset à Saint-Agrève
      6 - Vers le Pont de Mars
      9 - En famille au Lizieux

      3. Cycling tour

      On a bicycle, I go with the wind, I don’t think anymore, and nothing is as delicious a rest. Emile Zola

      For cyclists and cyclotourists, the small roads of the Haut-Lignon offer family outings or for those who want to discover the countryside, with routes for all levels.

      5 circuits from Tence, 2 from Le Chambon-sur-Lignon and a circuit around the Pic du Lizieux will enable you to combine leisure, relaxation and discovery of the countryside.

      Les Cyclistes De L'Ardéchoise at Mas de Tence

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      Les Cyclistes De L'Ardéchoise at Mas de Tence

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      ©Luc Olivier

      Les Cyclistes De L'Ardéchoise at Chambon-sur-Lignon

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      Les Cyclistes De L'Ardéchoise at Chambon-sur-Lignon

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      ©Luc Olivier

        Download the app Rando(s) en Haute-Loire

        Access to 9 marked and FFC-guaranteed trails. Download free detailed descriptions and GPX tracks for all circuits.

        Available on Google Play andApp Store

        Choose your route 

        29 - Tour du Pic du Lizieux
        30 - Le Grand Tour des Sucs
        32 - Le domaine de Joux
        33 - La montagne protestante

        4. Looking for a thrill?

        Hot-air ballooning in the Haut-Lignon with Espace Nature Evasion

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        Hot-air ballooning in the Haut-Lignon with Espace Nature Evasion

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        ©Espace nature évasion

        Squirrel adventure trail

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        Squirrel adventure trail

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        Tyrolean traverse at the Parcours aventure de l'écureuil

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        Tyrolean traverse at the Parcours aventure de l'écureuil

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        ©Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon

          Fill up on sensations and enjoy the Haut-Lignon region for a magical interlude aboard a hot-air balloon or on a crazy zip-line descent through the trees.
          Take to the skies with Espace Nature Evasion for a flight over Lac de Lavalette and the Pays des Sucs. A unique aerial adventure!

          Accrobranche on the highestsquirrel adventure course in Haute-Loire, and archery tag between archery and paintball.
          Two activities on offer at Le Chambon-sur-Lignon from April to November.
          Take on the obstacles like an adventurer, braving Tarzan jumps, monkey bridges, suspended cages and ziplines.
          A special feature: the play area: 50 hectares, that’s huge!

          • Climbing trees
          • Hot-air balloon flight

           5. Water sports

          With two mid-mountain lakes, the Haut-Lignon is an ideal destination for all water sports activities.
          An ideal setting for windsurfing lessons ,dinghy and catamaran sailing, paddle boarding and kayaking.

          The Devesset leisure center, 8 km from Le Chambon-sur-Lignon, has been awarded the FFV French Sailing School label, offering introductory, advanced and discovery courses.
          Discover this mountain lake fed by the Eyrieux and enjoy the many water sports on offer: pedalos, catamarans, dinghies, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and rowing.
          At an altitude of 1100 m, this lake offers frequent, moderate north-north-westerly winds.
          Free practice with equipment hire.

          10 km from Tence, the Lavalette site marks the northern boundary of the Haut-Lignon towards the Pays des Sucs.
          In addition to swimming, Lavalette offers a full range of water sports: catamarans, dinghies, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and rowing.
          You can rent equipment or take courses at Lavalette’s sailing school.

          • Lake Lavalette
          • Lake Devesset

          Young couple canoeing at Lac de Lavalette

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          Young couple canoeing at Lac de Lavalette

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          Lavalette

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          Lavalette

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          Lake Devesset, drone view

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          Lake Devesset

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            Choose your nautical activity 

            Lac de Devesset : Base de loisirs
            Piscine du Fraisse au Chambon-sur-Lignon
            Sports Nature Devesset : animations au lac de Devesset
            Paddle, Pedal'eau, Kayak at the Lake of Devesset
            Sailing at the Lake of Devesset
            La Plage, Plan d'Eau Naturel au Chambon-sur-Lignon
            Piscine Municipale de Tence
            Swimming at Devesset Lake
            Baignade surveillée au Lac de Lavalette
            Piscine École

            6. Equestrian activities

            Pray Daunay2

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            Pray Daunay2

            Pray Daunay3

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            Pray Daunay3

            Horseback riding

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            Horseback riding

            Jumping Jump

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            Jumping Jump

              Take a deep breath of fresh air at 1000 m altitude, saddle up for a great adventure.

              Pony trekking,horseback riding for all levels, gallop courses, baby pony lessons, group lessons, internships, birthday celebrations: here’s the range of equestrian activities offered by our riding schools.

              • Every school holiday, horse-lovers can enjoy themed outings, treasure hunts and holidays.
                Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, you can progress at your own pace. Our equestrian centers are FFE-certified, and our BPJEPS-certified instructors will help you build your confidence and improve your skills, all while having fun!

              The Pray d’Aunay equestrian center in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon has the Famille plus label.

              • Pray d'Aunay Equestrian Center
              • Vovady Farm

              Choose your equestrian activity 

              Activités ludiques autour du cheval

              Unusual 7. Canine activities

              Combine nature discovery and complicity with sled dogs, and hike connected to the dog by a tether.
              An experience for families, friends and sports enthusiasts alike.

              Cani-rando can be enjoyed from the age of 6. Younger children can enjoy this activity in a green pulka: snugly seated in this little cart, children have the joy of being taken for a ride by a sled dog, of course under the guidance of an adult.

              Enguerran LEFEBVRE, a passionate musher, will be your guide for a unique experience. From the cani-rando to the nordic scooter, from the green pulka to the sled dogs, emotions and speed are guaranteed in all seasons.

              • Marzoe Nature

              Cani-rando Mezenc.report

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              Cani-rando Mezenc.report

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              ©Luc Olivier

                Cani-rando et cani-trottinette en Haute-Loire
                Cani-rando et cani-trottinette en Haute-Loire

                Experiment 8. Fishing on the Haut-Lignon

                River fishing, lake fishing, pond fishing, all good reasons to try your hand at fishing in the Haut-Lignon.

                Fly fishing on the Lignon at Tence

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                Fly fishing on the Lignon at Tence

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                NaturoFILM

                • Fishing

                9. Motor sports

                Quad biking or motocross, our professionals will accompany you safely and responsibly.

                Quad3d

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                Quad3d

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                ©Hervé Dolmazon

                Altesensationsmoto

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                Alte'sensations moto

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                ©Alt'E Sensations

                  Choose your quad or motorcycle ride 

                  Rando en quad
                  Randonnées Quad 3D
                  Initiation moto sur le Haut-Lignon

                  10. Tennis

                  In Chambon-sur-Lignon, France’s future tennis greats come and go! Before Roland Garros!
                  We see players from all over the world at the international cadet tournament held every February.
                  The Tennis Club du Chambon-sur-Lignon is a dream facility, where you can play in the best conditions and take advantage of the instructor’s lessons, 1000 m away, in the heart of the village, right next to the swimming pool.

                  Thanks to its various tennis clubs and tournaments throughout the year, Haut-Lignon is a great place to play tennis.

                  • International Cadet Tournament

                  Tence Tennis Court

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                  Tence Tennis Court

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                  ©Tennis Club Tence

                  Durango Jean Michel Winner at International Cadet Tournament

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                  Durango Jean Michel Winner at International Cadet Tournament

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                  ©tennis club Chambon

                     Beautiful structures on the Haut-Lignon
                    In Le Chambon-sur-Lignon

                    Domaine du Fraisse, near the swimming pool.
                    4 covered green set courts. 5 outdoor courts. Clubhouse.
                    Leisure activities, training courses, private and group lessons are available.
                    Accommodation close to the courts for groups, vacation centers, etc.

                    In Tence

                    Stade du Pont, in an idyllic setting.
                    3 outdoor courts available for hire from “Mag Presse” in Rue d’Annonay (€7/hour).
                    A club house. Tennis school from September to June (06 82 06 96 62).

                    Temporarily closed

                    In Saint-Jeures

                    2 outdoor courts near the Bru hall
                    Boucherie du Lizieux next to the tennis courts, €6/hour.

                    In Mazet-Saint-Voy

                    2 outdoor courts near La Surnette campsite
                    Hire from campsite 04 71 65 05 69.

                    All activities full nature

                    10 good reasons to get active and enjoy the 1,000 m altitude, during your stay in Haut-Lignon, outdoor sports will no longer hold any secrets for you.

                    Remise en forme
                    Marzoe Nature - Chiens de traineaux
                    Swimming at Devesset Lake
                    Pêche en étang
                    Salle de Remise en Forme du Haut-Lignon, votre salle de sport proche de chez vous !
                    Balades découverte de la nature
                    Stade Jo Maso
                    Parcours d'orientation du Bruas - 800m
                    Parcours de santé
                    La Plage, Plan d'Eau Naturel au Chambon-sur-Lignon
                    Les Moulins du Bouchat
                    Guide Nature Randonnée - Randonnée pédestre
                    Découverte des plantes sauvages comestibles et médicinales
                    Balade à vélo accompagnée
                    Rando en quad
                    Trottinette électrique tout terrain avec Fun Trott
                    Randonner avec les Anes des Monts d'Ardèche
                    Centre équestre : Ferme de Vovady
                    Parcours d'orientation du bois de Peybrousson
                    Inglorious Sports Paintball

                    No eels under rock When you come to us

                    When you come to Haut-Lignon, there’s nothing to hide. Here’s a list of all the good reasons to come. There’s only one thing left to do: set sail.

                    Pic du Lizieux

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                    Pic du Lizieux

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                    L.Olivier/maison du tourisme de la Haute-Loire

                    Top panoramas

                    Picnic on the Beach

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                    Picnic on the Beach

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                    ©Jean-Marc VIDAL

                    Nice spots for a picnic in Haut-Lignon

                    Wellness

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                    Wellness

                    Farniente at 1000 metres

                    Le Chambon-sur-Lignon International Cadet Tennis Tournament

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                    Le Chambon-sur-Lignon International Cadet Tennis Tournament

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                    Le Chambon tennis

                    Cadet International Tennis Tournament

                    Family hikes in the Lizieux massif near Pierre Levée

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                    Family hike past the Pierre Levée near the Lizieux massif

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                    Laurence Barruel

                    Top easy hikes
                    • All our tops

                    In Haut-Lignon Breathe in, breathe out!

                    Lake Lavalette

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                    Lake Lavalette

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                    Luc Olivier

                    Lake Lavalette

                    Pic du Lizieux

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                    Pic du Lizieux

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                    L.Olivier/maison du tourisme de la Haute-Loire

                    Top panoramas

                    Plan d'eau Bathelane mountain biking

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                    Plan d'eau Bathelane mountain biking

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                    Luc Olivier/ Maison du tourisme de la Haute-Loire

                    Tence, a family destination

                    Mountain biking on the Haut-Lignon, a family destination plus

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                    Mountain biking on the Haut-Lignon, a family destination plus

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                    Luc Olivier/ Maison du tourisme de la Haute-Loire

                    Le Chambon-sur-Lignon family destination

                    Massif du Meygal

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                    Massif du Meygal

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                    Jérémie Mazet

                    Forêt du Meygal and Testavoyre, blue lake

                    Vuedessucscreditlucaspaulin

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                    View of Les Sucs

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                    Lucas Paulin

                    All the world’s volcanoes

                    Entrainenfamille

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                    Entrainenfamille

                    Ride on the Velay Express

                    Gorges du Lignon seen from the D103 road between Chambon-sur-Lignon and Tence

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                    Gorges du Lignon seen from the D103 road between Chambon-sur-Lignon and Tence

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                    Luc Olivier

                    Top panoramas on the Lignon

                    Village Le Mazet-St-Voy

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                    Village Le Mazet-St-Voy

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                    NaturoFilm/Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon

                    Le Mazet-Saint-Voy

                    Lignon family swim

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                    Family bathing in the Lignon

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                    NaturoFILM

                    La Plage au Chambon

                    Lake Devesset, drone view

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                    Lake Devesset

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                    Naturofilm

                    Lake Devesset

                    Sunset and family aperitif at the summit of Pic du Lizieux (1388m altitude)

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                    Sunset and family aperitif at the summit of Pic du Lizieux (1388m altitude)

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                    Laurence Barruel

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