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

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

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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
Doe in an undergrowthDoe in an undergrowth
©Doe in an undergrowth |Philippe BOUSSEAU
Fauna and Flora – Natura 2000 zones
La Nature Enchantée du Haut-Lignon: A Journey through the SeasonsDiscover the natural wealth of this area, where each season brings its own wonders. From spring narcissus to...
Visit to the Mazeaux millVisit to the Mazeaux mill
©Visit to the Mazeaux mill|©Jean-Marc VIDAL
Guided tours
Let us be your guide to discover all the riches of Le Haut-Lignon!Whether you’re more of a farm visitor, a museum and arts and crafts fan, a guided tour enthusiast or an...
Tango PiazzollissimotsTango Piazzollissimots
©Tango Piazzollissimots
Festivals
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
In the family
Do your toddlers have energy to spare? Then a nature activity day is just what they need!
Office De Tourisme Du Haut Lignon Sortie MarmotteOffice De Tourisme Du Haut Lignon Sortie Marmotte
©Office De Tourisme Du Haut Lignon Sortie Marmotte
Family nature outings
Accompanied by our professional guides, come and immerse yourself in unspoilt nature during our environmental discovery outings and discover the treasures of the Lignon...
DaffodilsDaffodils
©Daffodils|©Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
Practice
Here you’ll find all the practical information you need about Haut-Lignon.Shops & essential services, office opening hours, access & transport, live news,...
Shopping 2Shopping 2
©Shopping 2|Jean-Marc Vidal
Shops
The best places to shop in Haut-Lignon…
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...
Scrap chocolatesChocolates from the Douceurs du Lignon scrapyard.
©Scrap chocolates |Douceurs du Lignon
Sweets, pastries, chocolates and marshmallows
As you’ll have gathered, we’re gourmands in Le Haut-Lignon… so let yourself be seduced by the sweet delights of Le Haut-Lignon, where our passionate craftsmen...
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 –...
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.
Family hike past the Pierre Levée near the Lizieux massifFamily hikes in the Lizieux massif near Pierre Levée
©Family hike past the Pierre Levée near the Lizieux massif |Laurence Barruel
Top 3 volcano hikes
If you had to do just one hike during your stay, we’d recommend one of these. Between mountains, rivers and legends, the choice is yours!
Gite des motsGite des mots
©Gite des mots|©Jean-Michel CHAVANAT
Group accommodation
Le Haut-Lignon offers a wide range of quality accommodations that will give you a warm, personalized welcome. We offer large-capacity accommodation such as vacation centers and...
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...
Pic du LizieuxPic du Lizieux
©Pic du Lizieux|Tourisme Haut-Lignon
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Arlette Et Marc Simon 1Arlette Et Marc Simon 1
©Arlette Et Marc Simon 1
Exhibitions
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...
Ici & Là-bas restaurant in Le Chambon-sur-LignonDscf7104
©Ici & Là-bas restaurant in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon|jean marc vidal
The restaurants
Semi-gastronomic, traditional, “on the go”, new or local cuisine – these are the ingredients of Le Haut-Lignon‘s restaurants. We offer around thirty...
Putting golf de TencePutting golf de Tence
©Putting golf de Tence|©Luc Olivier
5 good reasons to oxygenate
Oxygenate yourself and breathe in nature!Le Haut-Lignon is a Respirando nature resort.It’s the ideal place to have fun and recharge your batteries. Here are 5 good...
Visit to the Mazeaux millVisit to the Mazeaux mill
©Visit to the Mazeaux mill|©Jean-Marc VIDAL
Activities and group visits
Whether you’re a group staying in the Haut-Lignon or on a day trip, we can offer you outdoor activities, leisure activities or sightseeing. Whether you’re with...
Indoor leisure
It’s raining, it’s cold… Hurry indoors for a family game at the toy library, a reading in one of our 4 media libraries or a good movie at the cinema!
Funtrott electric scooterFuntrott electric scooter
©Funtrott electric scooter|©FunTrott
Altitude 1,000 metres
Whether you’re with family or friends, a seasoned sportsman or a relaxation enthusiast, Haut-Lignon promises unique experiences in the heart of unspoilt nature, summer...
Gorges du Lignon seen from the D103 road between Chambon-sur-Lignon and TenceGorges du Lignon seen from the D103 road between Chambon-sur-Lignon and Tence
©Gorges du Lignon seen from the D103 road between Chambon-sur-Lignon and Tence|Luc Olivier
How do I get there?
Haut-Lignon is located in the east of the Haute-Loire département, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region . Approximately 1 hour’s drive from Le Puy-en-Velay and...
Little girl picking raspberriesAt 5327
©Little girl picking raspberries|NaturoFILM
Fruits rouges des Monts du Velay
Sunshine, wide open spaces and pure air are the ingredients for the incomparable fragrance and color of red berries. Mmmh… Get ready to taste the strawberries of your...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Le Chambon-sur-LignonVillage of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon
©Le Chambon-sur-Lignon|©NaturoFilm
Le Chambon-sur-Lignon
Situated 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...
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...
Snow-covered Mezenc from the golf course at Chambon-sur-LignonSnow-covered Mezenc from the golf course at Chambon-sur-Lignon
©Snow-covered Mezenc from the golf course at Chambon-sur-Lignon |Chloé Ruel
Snow fun
Discover 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...
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...
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 |©Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
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...
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...

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Unusual or mythical? Prepare your stay

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
News
Follow our news, and let us guide you to discover the latest events, tips, ideas and all the live information you need to prepare your stay in Le Haut-Lignon. And don’t...
Home Xv France Rugby ChambonHome Xv France Rugby Chambon
©Home Xv France Rugby Chambon
Our top-level teams love Haut-Lignon (Top 5)
Situated at an altitude of 1,000 meters, Haut-Lignon offers an ideal setting for the physical preparation of top-level athletes. Whether it’s rugby, soccer, cycling,...
Village Le Mazet-St-VoyVillage Le Mazet-St-Voy
©Village Le Mazet-St-Voy|NaturoFilm/Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon
Le Mazet-Saint-Voy
A typical village on the Vivarais-Lignon plateau, with its lauze roofs, facing the Pic du Lizieux, which watches over the village.The panorama from the summit is simply...
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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