Cirque de Gens (Ardèche) – Ardèche Gorge Trail loop from Pradons

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Cirque de Gens (Ardèche) – Ardèche Gorge Trail loop from Pradons

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Cirque de Gens (Ardèche) – Ardèche Gorge Trail loop from Pradons

03:42

12.2km

280m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 7.88 km for 273 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.93 km

View of the Ardèche River and Cliffs

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A wonderful view is the reward of a wonderful tour. However, I would only recommend the Felsenweg for experienced hikers.

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8.37 km

Cirque de Gens (Ardèche)

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Hike the trail in the morning or late morning

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8.40 km

View of the Ardèche River and Cliffs

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8.57 km

Ardèche Gorge Trail

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Sporty and exciting

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8.73 km

Ardèche Gorges in Ruoms

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Ruoms is a town located in the Ardèche department, on the left bank of the river of the same name, in the Rhône-Alpes region. The town is known as one of the most beautiful places in the region.

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9.13 km

Rock in the Ardèche River

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Great swimming area to cool off after a great hike

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9.34 km

Les Baumes des Grenas Cave

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Beautiful cave. If you feel like it and not afraid of dirt and mud, you can explore the branching small passages that are even better preserved. For this one must …

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11.3 km

Ardèche River and Cliffs

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A place where the Ardèche can be experienced in its purest form. Very nice views, great hiking trails, great swimming area, caves and a grandiose rock path. Everything available what you want.

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12.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.45 km

2.59 km

1.30 km

1.19 km

685 m

Surfaces

4.98 km

3.57 km

1.52 km

974 m

515 m

404 m

254 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Friday 16 October

22°C

12°C

27 %

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Comments

July 5, 2022,🇫🇷 Ardèche - Cirque de Gens (short and long version)

Two interconnected loops with a parking lot right in the middle. That gives you the freedom to take on either one or both round trips. In summer, do this hike in the morning when it’s still relatively cool. Once you return, treat yourself to a lunch or drink at le Bistrot du Pont right next to the old bridge.
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