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 easy hikes

Discover our selection of hikes to do with children. They’ll no doubt enjoy playing scout, looking out for the trail markers!

1. PR 94 "Le Crouzet de Ruelle

 Mas de Tence
 6.9 km
 1h45
 gradient 195 m

This 1hr 45min walk takes you through the hamlets of Mas de Tence, between panoramic views and forest.

Features :

  • Play area and covered picnic table at the starting point.
  • Superb panoramic views of the sucs yssingelais as well as Mont Mézenc (1753 m) and Pic du Lizieux (1388 m).
  • Orientation table next to the Bèlvédère multi-purpose hall, above the starting point.
  • Permanent exhibition on the commune’s 150th anniversary on the esplanade below the church.

2. PR 134 "Pélinac, Way of the Crosses

 Saint-Jeures
 8.8 km
 2h30
 vertical drop 196 m

A peaceful stroll through natural (Achon and Ollières successes, Lizieux peak) and historical (crosses) heritage.

Features :

  • Covered picnic area at the start next to the church.
  • The end of this trail is shared with the GR 65 Saint Jacques de Compostelle trail and the GR 430 Saint Jean François Régis trail.
  • Louis d’Or walk starting from Saint-Jeures town hall. Find the golden tokens hidden along the way!

3. PR 38 "circuit des Pèlerins

 Chambon-sur-Lignon
 4.8 km
 1h20
 vertical drop 121 m

A stroll along the banks of the Lignon and into the forest.

Plus :

  • Discover the area around Le Chambon-sur-Lignon.
  • A wooded trail teeming with plant and animal species.
  • Picnic tables higher up in the village, next to the train station.