GR®76A

From St-Vallerin (Saone-et-Loire) to Mt Saint-Rigaud (Rhone)

The GR76A long-distance hiking trail connects the Burgundy region with the foothills of the Massif Central. This path winds through the hills of the Mâconnais and Haut-Beaujolais regions, offering a ridgeline landscape that separates the Saône and Loire river basins. Historically, this route follows ancient ridge paths and crosses renowned vineyards, testaments to Gallo-Roman and later monastic winemaking activity linked to the influence of Cluny Abbey. In terms of heritage, hikers will discover Romanesque churches, dry-stone huts (cadoles), and the famous priory of Mont Saint-Rigaud with its so-called miraculous spring. The diverse landscapes are reflected in the rich flora, alternating between sun-drenched vineyards, hedged meadows, and dense Douglas fir forests at higher altitudes. The fauna is equally varied, sheltering everything from the hen harrier in open areas to roe deer and wild boar in the deep woodlands.

GR®76A From St-Vallerin (Saone-et-Loire) to Mt Saint-Rigaud (Rhone)

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GR®76A Hiking from St-Vallerin (Saone-et-Loire) to Mt Saint-Rigaud (Rhone) 1

GR®76A Hiking from St-Vallerin (Saone-et-Loire) to Mt Saint-Rigaud (Rhone) 2

GR®76A Hiking from St-Vallerin (Saone-et-Loire) to Mt Saint-Rigaud (Rhone) 3

Distance: 106km, Elevation maximum: 906m, Elevation minimum: 179m, Elevation gain uphill: 2650m
IGN Maps: 2926SB - MONTCEAU-LES-MINES / ECUISSES. 2928SB - CLUNY / MATOUR. 2929ET - BEAUJEU / BELLEVILLE / HAUT BEAUJOLAIS. 3026SB - CHALON-SUR-SAONE / ST-GERMAIN-DU-PLAIN. 3027SB - TOURNUS / LUGNY. 3028OT - MACON / CLUNY / ROCHE DE SOLUTRE.

GR®76A Hiking from St-Vallerin (Saone-et-Loire) to Mont Saint-Rigaud (Rhone) 10 Nearby paths:
GR®7 Vosges to Pyrenees
GR®76 From Chagny (Saone-et-Loire) to Affoux (Rhone)
GR®76B From Martrat (Le Rousset) to Tournus (Saone-et-Loire)
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.

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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 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 one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.