GR®342

From Montluçon (Allier) to Roanne (Loire)

The GR®342 is not just an adventure in nature; it is also a dive into the cultural heritage of the region. Montluçon, with its medieval castle and cobbled streets, is the ideal starting point for this hike. Along the way, hikers can discover typical villages, Romanesque churches, and the remains of castles, all of which testify to the rich and complex history of this area. Stops at iconic places like the city of Vichy, with its famous thermal baths, offer a cultural break. Vichy is particularly known for its thermal heritage and its Belle Époque architecture, adding a touch of refinement to this hike. As hikers approach Roanne, they can glimpse vineyards and orchards. The region is renowned for its wines, particularly those of the Loire, as well as fruits like pears and apples that contribute to the fame of local markets.

Google Maps - Google Earth

GR342 From Montluçon (Allier) to Roanne (Loire) 1

GR342 From Montluçon (Allier) to Roanne (Loire) 2

GR342 From Montluçon (Allier) to Roanne (Loire)3

GR342 From Montluçon (Allier) to Roanne (Loire) 9 Distance: 233km, Elevation maximum: 1028m, Elevation minimum: 202m, Elevation gain uphill: 4610m
IGN Maps: 2428SB - MONTLUÇON COMMENTRY. 2429SB - SAINT-ÉLOY-LES-MINES MONTAIGUT PIONSAT. 2529SB - GANNAT MENAT. 2530SB - AIGUEPERSE CHÂTELGUYON MANZAT. 2629SB - VICHY BELLERIVE-SUR-ALLIER. 2630SB - MARINGUES SAINT-YORRE. 2729SB - LAPALISSE LA PACAUDIÈRE. 2730SB - LE MAYET-DE-MONTAGNE SAINT-JUST-EN-CHEVALET. 2830SB - ROANNE THIZY-LES-BOURGS.

Registration

Accommodation or business owner on or near a GR®, you can appear on GR-INFOS

For your registration, you can send me by email (papadimitriou4@gmail.com): your address and phone number, your website (Facebook page), a brief description with 5 beautiful photos of your establishment.

Registration price : 100€/5 years per GR® or GRP®. Renewable.

GR342 From Montluçon (Allier) to Roanne (Loire)10

Nearby paths:
On the Master Ringers Footsteps (Indre-Cher-Allier)
GR®3 Loire River trail
GR®7 From Vosges to Pyrenees
GR®41 Cher Valley
GR®46 From Tours (Indre-et-Loire) to Toulouse (Haute-Garonne)
GR®300 St Michael's Way
GR®303 From Neris-les-Bains to Montcombroux-les-Mines (Allier)
GR®765 From Cluny (Saone-et-Loire) to Puy-en-Velay (Haute-Loire)

It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring you the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

GR®, PR®, GRP®, and the corresponding signs of markings (white / red, yellow and yellow / red) are trademarks of the French Federation of Hiking. They may not be reproduced without permission. The French Federation of Hiking, state-approved, includes organizations that create and maintain hiking routes on GR®, PR® and GRP®. It publishes guides these topo hiking routes.

With your donations, support the actions of the thousands of volunteer markers of the FFRandonnee.

GR-Infos.com is an editorial partner of MonGR.fr.

Facebook GR-Infos Long Distance Footpaths

Return

Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way (St Gilles), GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.