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GR®40
Velay Volcanoes Tour (Haute-Loire)
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The GR®40, fondly known as the “Velay Volcanoes Tour”, is a remarkable long-distance hiking trail spanning 188 kilometers. It encircles Puy-en-Velay, a town steeped in history, nestled in the Haute-Loire department of the Velay region. Established in 1971 and originally dubbed the “Tour du Velay”, this trail invites hikers on an extraordinary journey through breathtaking natural landscapes. It boasts lush forests, scenic lakes, and towering mountains, offering awe-inspiring views of the surrounding area. Velay is a unique natural region of France, tucked away in the southeast of the Massif Central. It is synonymous with the ancient territory of the Vellavii, a Gallic tribe referenced by Julius Caesar. The region is distinguished by its unique topography and plentiful watercourses. Today, Velay primarily falls within the Haute-Loire department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Its principal town, Le Puy-en-Velay, also serves as the prefecture of the Haute-Loire department. This region is a testament to the rich tapestry of France’s natural beauty and historical heritage.
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Distance: 188km, Elevation maximum: 1582m, Elevation minimum: 534m, Elevation gain uphill: 4752m
IGN Maps: Allegre La Chaise-Dieu - 2734O. Le Puy-En-Velay - 2735E. Loudes - 2735O. Solignac-Sur-Loire Cayres - 2736E. Le Puy-En-Velay Yssingeaux - 2835OT. Gerbier de Jonc Mezenc Vivarais - 2836OT.
Registration
Accommodation or business owner on or near a GR®, you can appear on GR-INFOS
For your registration, you can send me by email (papadimitriou4@gmail.com): your address and phone number, your website (Facebook page), a brief description with 5 beautiful photos of your establishment.
Registration price : 25€/year or 100€/5 years per GR® or GRP®. Renewable. |
Nearby paths:
Around Robe de Bure and Cotte de Mailles (Haute-Loire)
Around Loire Gorges (Haute-Loire)
Around Margeride (Lozere)
GR®3 Loire River trail
GR®3F From Lafarre (Haute-Loire) to Apinac (Loire)
GR®7 From Vosges aux Pyrenees
GR®65 Santiago de Compostela trail
GR®70 Stevenson trail
GR®300 From Sancoins (Cher) to Puy-en-Velay (Haute-Loire)
GR®420 Around Haut-Vivarais (Ardeche)
GR®430 Saint Regis trail (Haute-Loire, Ardeche)
GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges
GR®700 Regordane way
GR®765 From Cluny (Saone-et-Loire) to Puy-en-Velay (Haute-Loire)
It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring you the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You
will also find information on MonGR.fr.
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Old romantic Hotel, L'Etoile Guest-House is a mountain retreat in the South of France. With a beautiful park along the Allier River, L'Etoile Guesthouse is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche and Cevennes. Many hiking trails like GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson trail, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane way, Cevenol, GR®470 Allier River Springs and Gorges, Margeride, Ardechoise. Many hiking loops. The right place to relax.
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