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 ancient dormant volcanoes add a magical touch to your stay. With its enchanting snow-covered landscapes, Mézenc and Meygal invite you to explore a multitude of outdoor activities, perfect for young and old alike.

On the Haut-Lignon

Put on your snowshoes and hit the powder!

The first snowflakes usually arrive in Haute-Loire in November. The Haut-Lignon, with its plateaus at altitudes of over 1000 m, offers magnificent snow-covered landscapes ideal for snowshoeing. Although the area has no specific marked snowshoe trails, you can take advantage of existing footpaths to explore the hidden treasures of winter forests.

Equipment rental nearby

Le Chambon-sur-Lignon Tourist Office
Snowshoe rental
2d route de Tence- 43400 Le Chambon-sur-Lignon
04 71 59 71 56
Intersport - Saint-Agrève
Snowshoe and ski rental
50 rue de l’Hôpital, lieu-dit Montgardy – 07320 Saint Agrève
04 75 30 11 64

Nordic areas nearby

Les Estables resort

A family resort par excellence, offering a range of activities that should delight winter sports enthusiasts of all ages and levels. A 35-minute drive from Le Chambon-sur-Lignon. At the foot of the Alambre and Mézenc mountains, perched at an altitude of 1,350 m, the Les Estables resort offers :

50 kmmarked cross-country ski trails

9 tracksand 5 ski lifts

1 schooldu Ski Français

4 trailsmarked trails for snowshoe hikers

3 mushersoffering sled dog activities

1 schooland 3 snowkite spots

1 sledging areafor children

Contact & trail opening

Focus on... The Mezenc in winter

Neige ou pas il y a toujours quelque chose à faire au Mézenc

Le Massif du Meygal

Le Meygal is an unspoilt area dominated by Testavoyre, the highest peak at 1436 meters. At the heart of the area, the Chalet du Meygal welcomes visitors every day from 9am to 5pm and offers equipment rental. 20 km from Chambon-sur-Lignon. The Meygal Nordic ski area extends from an altitude of 1,200 to 1,450 meters, and offers :

45 kmcross-country ski trails

4 trailsmarked trails for snowshoe hikers

Contact & trail opening

Other activities to do in the snow...

The sled dog experience

Marzoé Nature, located at Chaudeyrac in Saint-Front, Haute-Loire, offers a unique and immersive experience with sled dogs, ideal for nature lovers and thrill-seekers. Enguerran Lefebvre, a passionate and experienced musher, will introduce you to the world of sled dogs. Explore the snow-covered landscapes around the volcanic lake of Saint-Front and the surrounding forests of Mont Mézenc. 2 options are available:

Introductory ride: 1h30 of gentle, enchanting gliding, perfect for fully appreciating the beauty of winter landscapes.
2h30 ride on an advanced course with steep gradients and off-piste sections. Recommended for those who have already driven a sled.

More info

Summer and winter at Lugik Parc!

Discover Lugik Parc in Les Estables, a must-see destination for thrill-seekers, especially in winter. Located at the foot of Mont Mézenc, this park offers a 4-season tobogganing experience on rails, accessible to everyone from the age of 3. An ideal activity for families and groups of friends, offering thrills in an exceptional natural setting.