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Discover Tour of the Velay Volcanoes

The Tour of the Velay Volcanoes is a loop that will take you on a discovery of the southern part of Haute-Loire. Over approximately 9 days of hiking, the GR trail offers an immersion into the unique volcanic landscapes of Haute-Loire. From site to site, you will enjoy some beautiful viewpoints of the volcanoes and the open landscapes of the Haute-Loire region.

A 9 day loop

The GR trail can be completed in about 9 days, depending on the stages chosen. The town of Vorey is the usual starting point. However, many hikers also start this hike in Le Puy-en-Velay before joining another stage on the itinerary. Since it is a loop, the starting point is flexible.

Must-see stages

During your journey through the volcanic landscapes of the Velay, you will cross different small territories with a lot of diversity, such as the volcanic plateaus of Devès and Mézenc, or the “sucs” of Meygal. The route crosses some beautiful villages in the department, such as Goudet and Les Estables in the south, Vorey, or Allègre in the northern part of the itinerary.

Cultural and natural experience

This long-distance hiking trail offers a breathtaking loop through varied landscapes, shaped by past volcanic activity. Volcanic rocks have settled on the granite of the Velay.

You will find this heritage in the local architecture: the dungeon of the castle of Polignac, the chapel of Aiguilhe at the top of the volcanic chimney. The different rocks, such as black basalt, brown tuffs, and light granites, are highlighted along the route.

The hike will take you as close as possible to Mont Mézenc, on the border between Haute-Loire and Ardèche. You will also pass by the lakes of Bouchet and Saint-Front.

Hike with peace of mind

To facilitate your hike on the Tour of the Velay Volcanoes, La Malle Postale offers luggage and passenger transport services.

We transport luggage from accommodation to accommodation. This service will allow you to fully enjoy your hike without worrying about the weight of your belongings.

We can also offer customized passenger transportation. This can allow you to return to your initial starting point once your hike is over or to join a nearby train station.

Tour of the Velay Volcanoes