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Chargueraud is a pretty village nestled in the heart of the mountains. There is a shelter for hikers. In the early 19th century, the "Charguerauds" referred to a group of independent and feared travelers from the region.

The Glassworks Plateau is located at an altitude of 1,015 meters. It is a large open plateau in the Magdalen Mountains. The landscape is wild and relatively unspoiled.

From the GR 3 trail that descends from the Vignaud Woods, you'll enjoy pleasant views of the artificial lake of Saint-Clément. You can walk down to its shore to dip your toes in or enjoy the various activities on offer, such as treetop adventures, pedal boats, and paddleboarding.

By the path that descends from the Vignaud wood borrowed from the GR 3, you benefit from pleasant views of the artificial lake of Saint-Clément. You can go down to its shore to soak your feet or enjoy the various activities offered such as tree climbing, pedal boating, or paddleboarding.

Lac de Saint-Clément is an artificial lake created by a hydroelectric dam and offers a 4.85 km loop trail, easy to follow and suitable for all levels. You can enjoy the view of the water and the surrounding forest, and listen to the song of the birds all along the route.

From this place, located just before the true highest point of the plateau, one enjoys an unobstructed view of the Roannais, the Alps and the regions of Auvergne.

If you are looking for a hiking adventure in a unique and wild landscape, you should visit the Verrerie plateau, a natural site protected by Natura 2000. This plateau is the last open moor of the Monts de la Madeleine, and it is home to rare and diverse flora and fauna in its bog, which dates back to 4600 BC. A wooden walkway will allow you to enter the protected area without harming the environment. From this plateau, you will have a breathtaking view of the Roannais, the Alps and the Auvergne. In the past, glassmakers burned all the beech trees to melt the silica. The Plateau de la Verrerie is a place where nature and history meet, and where you can experience a different hike.

Very accessible course around the artificial lake of Saint Clement. Lots of activities around (tree climbing, foot golf, pedalo, paddle, etc.)