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The Top 20 Attractions in Loire

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Loire. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Loire is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 5, 2025

Col de l'Œillon (1233 m)

Col classified out of category from the banks of the Rhône, not so common outside the Alps!

Possible extension to Crêt de l'Oeillon about 15min.

Superb 360 panorama!

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Noteworthy: the 12th-century church of Saint-Eustache (with a small cemetery behind it), the fortifications from the 12th century, the manor house La Fleur de Lys and the Pelletier house.

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Superb summit to do in the extension of the col de l'Oeillon. It certainly adds a little difficulty but the view is worth the detour! The telecommunications pylon is impressive …

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The church consists of a Romanesque choir and a nave built in the 12th century, flanked by two 15th century chapels. The beam of glory, which separates the choir from …

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The Brotherhood of the White Penitents, owners of the Calvary Chapel, was founded in 1578 by the Capuchin Father Matias de Saladin. The Calvary Chapel was built in 1724. Unfortunately, …

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The Puy de Montoncel is an extinct volcano, peaking at 1,287 meters above sea level. In a notebook I wrote about him:



“Its slopes are covered with a majestic thorn …

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Nice pass but quite difficult all the same! From Vertolaye 13.8 km of ascent for an average gradient of 6.5% and 9% max.

An inn at the top is open year round for a little refreshment!!

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This very rolling track is pleasant with a beautiful view. Be careful, to reach the road from the pass to the pass, you will have to carry 200m. Even pushing is complicated.

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The Gouffre d'Enfer dam was erected at the request of Napoleon III. It is one of the first “masonry arch weight” dams in Europe. If the name inspires little confidence, …

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Apart from the fantastic view, it is something special to spend the night in the old walls.

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