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Saint-Pal-De-Chalencon

Usson-en-Forez Church – Saint Paul Church loop from Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon

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France

Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Yssingeaux

Saint-Pal-De-Chalencon

Usson-en-Forez Church – Saint Paul Church loop from Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon

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Usson-en-Forez Church – Saint Paul Church loop from Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon

02:59

45.0km

660m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

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Parc naturel régional Livradois-Forez

Waypoints

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19.1 km

Relais des Orgues

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Bakery/grocery store/bar: a perfect establishment before the climb to the Col des Pradeaux

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19.1 km

Saillant

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Charming village of Forez near the famous "Orgues"

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24.8 km

Château de Viverols

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Viverol Castle, which is currently being restored. At the moment it is quite impressive, but when completed it will be a real gem

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40.2 km

Usson-en-Forez Church

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Church in the middle of Usson-en-Forez

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44.7 km

Saint Paul Church

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The Saint-Paul church, from the 14th century and formerly attached to the monastery of La Chaise-Dieu, is an extension of the castle. It is easily recognizable from the surrounding area …

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45.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.1 km

982 m

941 m

Surfaces

40.1 km

3.91 km

941 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (980 m)

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Friday 22 May

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Usson-en-Forez Church – Saint Paul Church loop from Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon

Relais des Orgues

Saillant

Château de Viverols

Usson-en-Forez Church

Saint Paul Church

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