GR®70 Stevenson Trail

From Le Puy-en-Velay (Haute-Loire) to Alès (Gard)

The GR®70, or Stevenson Trail, crosses the varied landscapes of Auvergne and the Cévennes, offering hikers a total immersion in the nature and history of this region. The trail is named after the Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson, who embarked on this journey in 1878 with his donkey Modestine. Stevenson recounted his adventure in his book "Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes", which remains a timeless account of travel literature. Today, hikers retrace his steps through volcanic highlands, ancient forests and the rugged beauty of the Cévennes National Park, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. The trail passes through remarkable towns such as Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille, Langogne and Florac, each offering a window into the rich cultural and natural heritage of this exceptional region.

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Aiguilhe: Puy-en-Velay Camping ***, , 04 71 09 55 09 Located in lush greenery and near the river, ideal for hikers. Very close to the city centre with a superb view of the famous Rock where the Cloister and the Virgin culminate, emblem of Puy-en-Velay. Free Wi-Fi, grocery store, local products, snack bar. Pets always welcome.

La Bastide-Puylaurent: L'Etoile Guest House, , 06 83 99 70 86 Former resort hotel built in 1926 in the architectural style typical of the "Roaring Twenties", L'Etoile Guest House is a mountain retreat in the South of France. Beautiful park along the Allier River. Spacious and comfortable bedrooms. Private parking. Many hiking loops nearby (GR®70, GR®7, GR®72, GR®700, GR®470).

Chasserades: Hôtel des Sources, Eric Chaptal, 04 66 46 01 14 In a warm atmosphere, the Hôtel des Sources welcomes you in a pleasant natural setting where you can enjoy calm and serene nature without restriction. Generous regional cuisine.

Nearby paths:

• Urban V Way
• Tour of the Tanargue (Ardèche)
• Tour of the Margeride (Lozère)
• Tour of the Montagne Ardéchoise (Ardèche)
• Tour of the Causse Méjean (Lozère)
• Tour of the Galeizon Valley (Gard-Lozère)
• The Cévenol (Lozère, Ardèche, Gard)
• GR®3 Loire River Trail
• GR®4 From the Atlantic to the Mediterranean
• GR®7 Watershed Line
• GR®40 Tour of Velay Volcanoes
• GR®43 From Faisses Pass to Sainte-Eulalie (Lozère)
• GR®72 From Les Chambons (Ardèche) to Barre-des-Cévennes (Lozère)
• GR®300 From Sancoins (Cher) to Puy-en-Velay (Haute-Loire)
• GR®302 Source and Gorges of the Loire
• GR®430 Saint-Regis Way (Haute-Loire, Ardèche)
• GR®470 Allier River Springs and Gorges (Haute-Loire, Lozère)
• GR®700 Regordane Way (Haute-Loire, Ardèche, Lozère, Gard)
• GR®736 Tarn Valley and Gorges (Lozère, Aveyron, Tarn)
• GR®765 From Cluny (Saône-et-Loire) to Puy-en-Velay (Haute-Loire)

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

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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 trail, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane way, GR®470 Springs and Gorges of the Allier river, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise mountain, Margeride. Many loop routes for hiking and cycling for a day. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking stay.

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