Trailence

Hiking - Chaussitre - Saint-Régis du Coin no. 2

At an altitude of 1240 m, the orientation table at Chaussitre offers an exceptional panoramic view of the Alps, the Monts du Velay, Vivarais, and Forez.





• The trail follows the same route as trail no. 1 until Dunerette.


• At the two chalets, leave the road and go straight up the path via the 'sentier des noisetiers' (hazelnut trail). A beautiful paved track!


• At Malconnière, cross the D74 road to Marlhes.


• Follow the waymarkers (also a mountain bike trail) to Bourgaud-des-Prés.


• At Bourgaud-des-Prés, cross the road to Saint-Genest-Malifaux.


• Follow the path (also a Park trail).


• Before Valadon, take a sharp right turn and climb up to the Croix de Chaussître (orientation table).


• Optional side trip to Pierre Saint-Martin (30 min round trip). Children who were late to walk were brought here on pilgrimage.


• Descend towards le Teil and le Champ (500m on tarmac).


• At La Croix, turn right towards Les Crozes.


• Go back up towards La Fayolle, cross the road and descend to La Dunerette (bridge).


• Climb back up to Saint-Régis.

⚠️ Caution, busy road, please be careful.





Everyone is responsible for their own safety. Therefore, you hike at your own risk. Stay on the marked trails to protect fragile ecosystems.


A few recommendations:



  • Check the weather forecast before you leave.

  • Some routes cross busy roads: Be careful.

  • Keep dogs on a leash.

  • Do not light any fires.

  • Take your litter home with you.

  • Admire the flowers, do not pick them.

  • Tick bites can cause serious illnesses; for prevention: wear long clothing, use insect repellent, check yourself upon your return, remove ticks with a tick remover tool without applying any substance to them, and consult a doctor if redness or flu-like symptoms appear, or if you are in a high-risk group.

  • For emergency services, dial 18 or 112.

Location
Saint-Régis du Coin - parking derrière l'Eglise
Type
Loop
Distance
11.87 km
Duration
≈ 3h25
Ascent
387 m
Descent
387 m