Fond De Plan Massif du LizieuxFond De Plan Massif du Lizieux|
Fond De Plan Massif du Lizieux
Pic Du LizieuxPic Du Lizieux|
Map of the massifdu Lizieux
Fond De Plan Massif du LizieuxA volcano is born
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The Lizieux peak was formed 12.7 million years ago, rising to an altitude of 1,388m.
The summit of Pic du Lizieux, surrounded by scree from the last Ice Age, is the exit point of a viscous lava that spread out on either side of the summit to form a vast plateau at its base, now covered by forests.
The Pic du Lizieux is a success with a geological formation composed of phonolite. This rock, lauze, is characterized by a clear sound when struck.
It’s this property that gives it its name.
The summit is covered with scree, where the stones sing underfoot, and you’ll discover an orientation table installed on July 12, 1970, which provides a panoramic view of the Mézenc high plateau, the Lignon, a large part of the Pays des Sucs and the Meygal, and, depending on whether the weather is clear or not, the Alps including Mont Blanc.
THE LITTLE EXTRAS
Theforest is a deep, dark green and is classified as a Natura 2000 and “Volcans en liberté” area.
Management is inter-communal. It is home to roe deer, wild boar, marten, ermine and over 100 species of birds.
Sucs, cone, dome – how complicated is that? If you want to understand all about volcanoes in the Haute-Loire , the Groupe Géologique de la Haute-Loire ‘s book“La Haute-Loire Richesses géologiques” is a fascinating read. On sale at our reception desks.
Panorama Au Sommet Du Pic Du LizieuxPanorama Au Sommet Du Pic Du Lizieux|
Explore the Lizieux massif
A real playground awaits you! Zen ascent, hiking trails ,enduro trails, mountain bike trails, Nordic walking, orienteering, the choice is yours…
You can hike through a mosaic of copses, screes and moors, discovering a wealth of flora and fauna.
All hikes are available in the topo guide “Le Haut-Lignon… à pied”.
Pic du LizieuxPic du Lizieux|
Pic Du LizieuxPic Du Lizieux|
View of the Mezenc plateau|
ACCESS
- Via the D7 from Saint-Jeures or the D42 from Araules, start at the picnic tables and toilets (south-facing slope).
- Via the D62 from Mazet-Saint-Voy, departure from the Chieze parking lot (west-facing slope), picnic tables, toilets, fun trail.
Playful Lizieux
Pic du Lizieux fun trailPic du Lizieux fun trail|
Pic du Lizieux fun trailPic du Lizieux fun trail|
Pic du Lizieux fun trailPic du Lizieux fun trail|
An itineraryat La Pierre levée
To discover the Lizieux, take the fun trail, ideal for children.
From the parking lot, at the picnic table, take the track to the right, which goes deep into the forest.
You’ll arrive at La Pierre levée, with its exceptional panorama and stations for discovering geology, flora and fauna in a fun way!
Free access all year round.
Please check weather conditions, as the weather changes rapidly at an altitude of 1,388 m.
Picnic corners
Chieze parking loton the southern flank
Orienteering, Nordic walking
covered picnic tables and dry toilets – 45.054938, 4.185444
On-site parking, all-terrain baby carriage access
La Bataille parking loton the northern flank
Start of hiking trails, orienteering course
covered picnic tables and dry toilets – 45.057759, 4.208043.
On-site parking, access with all-terrain baby carriages.
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