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GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges

From Brioude (Haute-Loire) to Moure de la Gardille (Lozere)

Chemins de Grandes Randonnees

The GR®470 trail follows the course of one of the last wild rivers in Europe. Starting in Brioude, famous for its polychrome Basilica of Saint-Julien, the path traverses routes that were once strategic for the defense of the Massif Central's borders, as evidenced by the hilltop castles and charming villages such as Prades and Monistrol-d'Allier. Religious heritage is omnipresent, with Romanesque abbeys and chapels nestled in the rocky landscape. Hikers cross a protected area where Atlantic salmon come to spawn and where booted eagles soar above the heather moors. The journey concludes on the ridges of the Moure de la Gardille in Lozère, at the source of the Allier River, offering a 360° panorama of the Margeride and Vivarais mountains.

GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges (Haute-Loire, Lozere)

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GPX QRcode Distance: 180km, Maximum elevation: 1484m, Minimum elevation: 427m, Total ascent: 5753m
IGN Maps: Brioude (2634O). Langeac (2635E). Lavoute-Chilhac (2635O). Monistrol-d'Allier (2736O). Langogne (2737E). La Bastide-Puylaurent (2738E). Largentiere la Bastide-Puylaurent Vivarais Cevenol (2838OT).


Monistrol-d'Allier: Les Terrasses de l'Allier Guesthouse, Alain Gaillard, 06 03 94 04 73, Email.
Located in the heart of the small town of Monistrol d'Allier, in a former 19th-century mansion at the intersection of the GR®65 St. James' Way and the GR®470 Sources and Gorges of the Allier. Open all year round. He offers bed and breakfast accommodation as well as table d'hôtes, serving local cuisine and regional products.
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Chasserades: Hotel des Sources, Eric Chaptal, 04 66 46 01 14, Email.
In a warm atmosphere, the Hotel des Sources welcomes you to a pleasant natural setting where you can enjoy calm and serene nature without restriction. Generous regional cuisine.
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La Bastide-Puylaurent: L'Etoile Guesthouse, 06 83 99 70 86, Email.
A former resort hotel built in 1926 in the architectural style typical of the "Roaring Twenties", L'Etoile Guesthouse is a mountain retreat in the South of France. Beautiful park along the Allier River. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. Private parking. Many Hiking loops.
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The GR®470 is an exceptional hiking route that stretches 180 km across Haute-Loire and Lozère, offering an immersive experience in the wild and varied landscapes of the region. The trail can be covered in 11 stages, each revealing a unique facet of the Allier valley, from the valley floors to the Gévaudan and Velay plateaus.

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Accommodation and Services: The GR®470 offers a variety of accommodation, including B&Bs, gîtes, campsites, and hotels. For those who wish to transport luggage or people, services such as La Malle Postale are available. Return to Starting Point: To return to Brioude, hikers can take the Cévenol train to La Bastide-Puylaurent, offering another perspective of the wild valley.

Nearby paths:

The Allier River springs on the Moure de la Gardille
Private parking at L'Etoile Guesthouse (La Bastide-Puylaurent) during your hike on the GR®470

Mon GR It is advisable to follow the beacons throughout your itinerary and to take the Fédération Française de la Randonnée Pédestre topo-guide with you. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

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L'Etoile Guest-House

A former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guesthouse 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, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and day-long cycling excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.

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