Discover the Laoune volcano which overlooks the village of Coucouron and from which you will have a breathtaking view. It is a Strombolian volcano which at the end of the day is reflected in the blue waters of the lake.
The "authentic source" symbolizes, by the monument erected in 1938 by the Touring Club of France, the source of the Loire. Nearby, a triptych of information on the Gerbier-de-Jonc platform and the Maison de site.
This ancient volcano, 1413 meters high, overlooks the village of Plagnal. You will enjoy a superb view of the Ardèche Mountains, the Margeride and the Cévennes. Accessible by car on a passable road.
Discover the flora and fauna of the peat bog at the lectern. Montagu's harrier nests near the furniture from March to August. Do not disturb, do not shout, and do not picnic; simply walk discreetly back and forth.
This superb Strombolian volcano overlooks Lake Issarlès. From its summit, you can see a 380° view of the Ardèche Mountains. A marked hike can take you to its heights.
A Pelean volcano is of the extrusive type, that is to say that it involves a viscous magma, not very rich in gas, building domes. Depending on the viscosity of the lava, the domes can be built according to several shapes.
According to legend, after winning a battle against the English in 1387, the 3 lords of the Polignac region, Bourbal de Choisinet and d'Agrain, engraved their weapons on granite stones at the top of 3 rocks. Remarkable viewpoint
A maar-type volcano, the artificial lake is partly nestled in a vast explosion crater whose edges can be seen. It is possible to walk around it (1,5 km). Fishing lake. Water sports centre and supervised swimming in July and August.
A maar-type volcano, the artificial lake is partly nestled in a vast explosion crater, the edges of which can be guessed. The sap of Lestrat dominates the lake, a remnant of an old lava needle partly destroyed by the setting up of the crater.
The Gorges are a natural wonder. At the foot of the Borne Tower, come and immerse yourself in wild and unspoiled natural pools, waterfalls, and breathtaking viewpoints. A paradise for anglers and trout lovers. Swimming is unsupervised.
In the heart of the Ardèche plateau, at an altitude of 1200 metres, the Tuilière peat bog extends into a basin on wooded slopes. For safety reasons, do not get too close.
The Suc de Montivernoux offers a panoramic view of the Alps and Mont Ventoux, in the heart of the splendours and curiosities of the Ardéchoise Mountain.
The La Rochette peat bogs are located in the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Natural Park. They are open to the public and are sure to captivate with their wild and private side. A 5 km loop trail.
Alpine marmots were introduced between 1980 and 1991 in the outskirts of Mont Mézenc, from the Gandoulet site. In 2011, more than 125 family groups were identified around this massif.
Come and discover the beautiful chestnut groves of Ardèche with Pourettes, Négrettes, Rastes, Bastardes, Embournière… so many things to know and savor around chestnuts. Guided tours of castaneicultures.
Culminating at 1753 m, Mont Mézenc, the highest volcanic peak in the department, marks the divide between the Atlantic and Mediterranean waters. A phonolithic dome formed by the coalescence of several lava flows, it offers a 360° panorama.
It flows in a stone trough inside an old renovated farmhouse with a Lauze roof. It is possible to drink water directly from the source.
The lake is located below the village in a protected setting. It's a fishing lake with a water sports center and supervised swimming in July and August. A snack bar and refreshment stand are available on site during the summer. It's possible to walk around the lake (1,6 km).
The junction of the sources of the Loire, at the mill of Ligeret, is the place of all the postcards.
Discover the 3 main sources of the Loire: the authentic, the geographical and the true, which will give birth to the longest river in France (1,012 km), through the 3km Loire sources trail (see flyer).
Located immediately in the background of Lac d'Issarles, they allow you to imagine what the topography was like when they were put in place 8.2 million years ago.
The five volcanic peaks are dome-shaped Pelean volcanoes of the same family as the famous Mont Gerbier-de-Jonc. Their names are: Montfol, Sépoux, Séponet, Taupernas and Lauzière.
The Suc de Montat is located on the watershed between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. In order to make the latter visible, sights have been installed by the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Natural Park, playing on perception and optics.
The Ardèche has its source at an altitude of 1 m near the Col de la Chavade, in the forest of Mazan in the commune of Astet.
"Les Coux", a toponym used by the IGN, is actually called the Suc de "Leckous", this volcano is also known under the name, of Celtic origin, of "Lech'ous". The Suc de Leckous is a plateau in the shape of a crescent moon.
