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Former St-Marcellin / Estivareilles railway line. Average gradient 2%

A pretty gravel path which overlooks the famous Madeleine plateau (a chapel is at its summit with views of the surrounding Sucs)

The Devil's Bridge spans the Ance. It dates from the 10th century and is classified as a historic monument. Legend has it that this bridge was often destroyed by the floods of the Ance. The lord of Chalencon made a pact with the Devil so that it remained intact.

The medieval village of Chalencon dates from the Middle Ages. It dominates the Ance river from its rocky spur and displays architecture from the medieval era which takes you back to the time of the powerful lords who administered Velay.

Valprivas is a small town perched on the top of a hill which rises above 800 meters above sea level. Stronghold in the north of the ancient country of Velay, a 10th century castle guards its entrance. Further south, an orientation table allows you a beautiful overview of the surrounding landscapes, from the Pilat massif, through the Forez, Velay, Cévennes and Gévaudan mountains, to the Puys chain.

Bezan is a pleasant little lake, lined with walking paths which invite you to discover its history. Among other things, a pitch oven is open to the public and allows you to better understand how pitch was used to polish ropes and laces, but also to caulk barrels, boats and houses.

Haut Forez tourist line

Built in 1863, this suspension bridge spans the Loire at 140 meters.