The Saint-Jean-François-Régis path – GR 430 | Office de tourisme du Haut-Lignon – Découvrez des activités pleine nature et des hébergements

Between Velay and Vivarais, via Haut-Lignon

Distance: 206km

Maximum altitude: 1,300m
Minimum altitude: 596m

Cumulative ascent: 5,420 m

Jean-François Régis, “God’s walker”, was a tireless hiker who criss-crossed the Velay and Vivarais regions, meeting peasants to evangelize isolated farms and villages.

The history of Saint-Jean-François-Régis

The Way

Follow in the footsteps of Saint Régis, the patron saint of lacemakers, on a 9-dayloop from Le Puy-en-Velay to Lalouvesc. Total distance 206 km. You’ll pass through the Velay, Mézenc and Vivarais plateaus, as well as the Meygal massif.

Practical information on the Chemin de Saint-Régis topo guide :

Detailed maps
Precise mileage and walking times
Step-by-step description of the route
Accommodation and services along the route
Tourist and cultural information
On this route in the Haute-Loire, it is possible to have your luggage transported. You can contact one of our transport partners.

The route is passable in all seasons, except for a few sections which may be snow-covered from December to April. In Haute-Loire, the Meygal massif reaches an altitude of 1,200 m.

Signposting and maintenance – The Saint Régis trail is signposted in white and red.

Le Chemin de Saint-Régis” guidebook

Last edition: 2022.
The essential guide to slip easily into your rucksack. With descriptions, detailed maps and all practical information.
On sale at our reception desks or ordered directly online.

Chemin de Saint-Régis, a 206-kilometre loop between Ardèche and Haute-Loire