770 km
35 à 45 day(s)
The GR 7 "Crossing the Massif Central through the Parks" remains largely unknown to the general public. It will introduce you to sites of great richness in terms of their landscapes and terroirs.
The itinerary will take you through numerous massifs and hills. You will notably cross the regional natural parks of Pilat, Monts d'Ardèche, and Haut Languedoc, as well as the Cévennes National Park.
The GR 7 was "revitalized" in 2019 with the name "crossing the Massif Central through the Parks." This crossing focuses between Mâcon and Castelnaudary, both cities having the advantage of being well served by rail. The first part leads from Mâcon to Saint-Chamond.
The 778 km of the route are bound to hold some beautiful surprises. The departure is from Mâcon, a Burgundian city known for its wines. This is followed by a crossing of the Roannais region in the first part of the route.
After Saint-Chamond, the route enters the Pilat. You will cross this granite plateau offering vast panoramas before joining the Monts d'Ardèche. You will discover the high plateau of Ardèche and its charming villages.
The route then enters Lozère where you will cross the Cévennes and its national park, with its landscapes of scrubland and forests. Finally, this hike ends with a crossing of the Haut-Languedoc and its varied landscapes.
To facilitate your hike on the GR 7, La Malle Postale offers baggage and passenger transportation services.
We offer a baggage transportation service from one accommodation to the next. It will allow you to fully enjoy your hike without worrying about the weight of your belongings.
We can also offer customized transportation. This can allow you to return to your initial starting point once your hike is over or join a nearby train station.