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Once again this year, the Office de Tourisme du Haut-Lignon will be bringing spring to life with its “Envies de Printemps” events programme!
During the Easter holidays, you’ll have the chance to visit farms, take themed tours, take part in introductory courses in outdoor sports or nature outings, take part in creative workshops.. .
It’s a great opportunity to spend some quality time with your children, or to enjoy an original experience with your grown-up friends.
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Accompanied by your nature guide Marine, Passeuse de nature, set off to awaken your senses and decipher the songs of the birds!
With spring just around the corner, birds are in the midst of their mating season, making their nests and protecting their territory…
It’s the best time to listen to the songs, decipher them… and learn them!
The 2026 fishing season got under way on 14 March!
Accompanied by Albert VALLET, D.E. fishing guide instructor, learn about fishing techniques and then enjoy this natural activity to the full.
We have a number of activities on offer, so don’t miss out 😉.
Albert Vallet guide
Spring means enjoying the rebirth of nature in contemplative mode, but not just that… It’s also about being outdoors, getting active and moving to combine the 2! Here are a few ideas for activities in the Haut-Lignon and in the great outdoors in spring.
Golf in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon
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The squirrel awakens! Climb from tree to tree, like a lucky squirrel, and enjoy preferential group admission to the park on the opening weekend of the Écureuil adventure trail.
Book on 06 71 26 99 77
Hit the ball at the Chambon-sur-Lignon golf course, during an introductory session open to all.
26 April. Booking 04 71 59 28 10
Ride at full speed at the Equitapassion riding centre, during a course or private lesson. Booking 06 98 79 80 50
Ride with the donkeys of Les Sucs on an adventure tour around Pouzols. 8, 15, 23 and 29 April. Booking 06 07 26 09 12
Ride in a horse-drawn carriage with Ingrid and dream of the Monts d’Ardèche. From 5 April to 3 May. Bookings 06 25 39 38 24
Find your bearings with a map and discover nature with the donkeys of the Ardèche on a treasure hunt for 5-10 year-olds. An adventure to learn how to overcome obstacles and work in cooperation with the animal.
16 April. Booking 06 25 39 38 24
Drive non-pollutingelectric vehicleswith Alt’E Sensations, during an introductory motorbike session with Philippe.
8, 15, 22 and 29 April. Bookings 06 16 64 07 07
The fishing season has begun, so why not try your hand at trout, in a river or pond, for example at the Moulins du Bouchat ponds or the Bathelane lake?
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Welcome to the Château du Mazel echo-domain. You’ll find a farm with merino sheep and angora goats. Visit the château echo-domaine with Sonia, who will introduce you to Merino ewes and Angora goats before enjoying a snack on the farm.
The animals are just starting to go out to pasture after the winter…
Visit the farm on 8 and 15 April.
Payment on site.
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Mission 1: In Haut-Lignon, we promise to awaken your taste buds and give you a taste of the local produce.
During guided tours, our producers offer tastings:
At the Mézenk distillery in Saint-Jeures: after a tour of the distillation workshop and ageing cellar with Jacques, the oenologist-distiller, discover MEZENK spirits and their typical characteristics. The tasting will be accompanied by a commentary. A unique tasting experience combining know-how, secret recipes and plants picked on the estate!
10€/pers. 4, 10, 14, 21 and 18 April. Bookings 06 27 38 35 64 or email.
Jacques offers a cocktail workshop combining distillery and mixology. You’ll make 4 cocktail recipes created by mixologists. Summary of ideas, advice and recipes to reproduce at home.
30€/pers. Bookings 06 27 38 35 64 or email.
At the Mazesté brewery in Mazet-Saint-Voy: Discover the secrets of brewing during a meeting with enthusiasts who grow barley, wheat and hops on site. Followed by a beer tasting session.
At the Velay soap factory: take part in milking the donkeys before enjoying a tasting of fresh milk! On 15 and 18 April. Booking 06 37 91 03 15
Spirits production at the Saint-Jeures distillery
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2nd mission. In the Haut-Lignon, we promise you some great discoveries of craftsmanship.
Our creative craftspeople will be opening their workshops for guided tours during the spring holidays for the 2nd Business Open Days on 17 and 18 April 2026.
On The Wool Trail
Discover the steps involved in making pottery at the Vivaterre workshop, with a throwing demonstration by Marie-Laure. Booking 06 30 70 90 88
At the Dame Zsazsa workshop, discover the stages in the traditional transformation of wool, with a spinning wheel demonstration by Elodie.
Booking 06 18 82 04 78
Discover Elisabeth Cuffel’s workshop and the ancestral techniques of stained glass. Book on 06 85 59 44 10
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Le Haut-Lignon is an incredible reservoir of talent, artists, craftspeople and enthusiasts...
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Sometimes at 1,000 m altitude, spring can be a bit… temperamental.
So we’ve got everything we need to keep you warm and spend time with your family, playing games and letting your imagination and creativity run wild.
Create your own springtime creations, including flowers, colourful trees, birds and little rabbits, with Christine at theCréaticri workshop.
Bookings 06 22 73 44 33
Become a creative craftsman and try your hand at ceramic painting with potter Marie-Laure.
Book on 06 30 70 90 88
Have fun making your own macramé bracelet with Manon. Book on 06 89 71 23 89
Develop your creative side with POSCA acrylic markers and paint a pebble with Manon. Book on 06 89 71 23 89
Create a stained glass window with small pieces of glass withElisabeth. Booking 04 71 59 71 56
Beauty project sewing workshop : discover, perfect or enjoy sewing! With Elodie. Make a trio of washable wipes and/or a turban towel. Bookings 06 41 40 00 43
Your mission for the Easter holidays is to keep the kids busy!
Guided tours make everything easier.
Discover the history of the Vivarais-Lignon plateau,“a land of memory and resistance“.
Visit the Place of Remembrance and discover the history of reception and rescue during the Second World War.
These 2 tours have been awarded the Famille Plus label.
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Visit the observatory and dome and find out how it works.
5€/pers. By reservation 04 75 20 24 56
In the company of an astronomy mediator, visit the observatory to find out how it works, then embark under the dome for an exceptional interplanetary voyage. Discover the mysteries of our cosmic neighbours – the giant planets and Saturn’s rings – with the naked eye and the RC600 telescope. 19.50€/pers. By reservation 04 75 20 24 56
Easter means egg hunts!
Take your little ones on an egg hunt organised by Velay-Express!
Spring holidays with fun!
Film screenings, a traditional dance, board games and jigsaw competitions.
Theatre, dance and astronomy courses… Check out our programme:
It’s an annual event, and a date to remember: the last weekend in April.
33 farms in the Haute-Loire will be opening their doors.
Our selection for the Haut-Lignon:
On 8 April 2026, the Velay Express will set off from Raucoules for its first run of the year.
Steam train or railcar, half-day or full-day, take a trip back in time for an unforgettable family experience. This is a Famille Plus activity.
Note the runs on 8, 12 and 15 April and 3, 10, 14 and 15 May.
