What to do in the Haute-Loire ?
Discover the Montfaucon region in the heart of the Haute Loire
Take a deep breath… Can you smell the pure air, the nature but especially the mythical mushrooms of the Haute Loire? Your gastronomic stay in our future Hob rhymes with calm, serenity, local produce and gastronomy. Awaken your taste buds on the local producers’ markets as well as in the most gourmet village in Auvergne, a small town at the crossroads of the Loire and the Ardèche.
On foot, by velorail, by tourist train, by motorbike, by quad, by pony! No matter, all the means are good to find us there and discover the valley of Saint-Bonnette.
Our favourites !
The gourmet village !
A small town between the Ardèche and the Haute Loire, rich in history and different landscapes, where you can totally unwind in the heart of lush green countryside. Discover its walks, shops, restaurants, concerts, barbecue parties and gourmet walks .
The city of Ponote
When you come to Velay, you'll discover a region of wide open spaces and unique heritage sites, such as the town's legendary monuments Cathedral, Vierge du Puy, Mont Aiguille, Mont Saint Michel.
But above all, it's a city that's alive with events all year round: the spectacle of lights, the land of giants, the king of birds.
Want to stop off at the Verveine du Velay distillery ?
Fun walks
1. New : The Lapte Himalayan footbridge, 20 minutes from the Hob, is the longest footbridge in France.
You don't need to be afraid of heights ! Hikers and cyclists can cross the gorges of the Lignon on this suspension bridge: 268 metres between the two banks, 63 metres above the ground, linking Saint-Maurice de Lignon and Grazac.
Mount Mézenc
Mount Mézenc is a volcanic mountain peak on the border between the Haute-Loire and Ardèche departments. It's a great opportunity to discover these exceptional landscapes and 360° views on hikes that are accessible to all.
It's one of the highlights of your stay, the highest peak in the 2 départements.
The Mézenc is also, in a way, the essence of what makes this region so endearing. All around you, an abundance of colourful flora offering a never-ending spectacle from spring to autumn. Beneath your feet, phonolite, a rock that covers the roofs of many of the houses in the surrounding villages, reminds you that the Mézenc is first and foremost a volcano.
The via fluvia
Between the Loire and the Rhône, on foot, by bike, on rollerblades, on a little old-fashioned tourist train? You'll discover 2 départements over 120 km of total freedom on a safe, well-developed greenway. In the heart of different landscapes of volcanoes, forests, mountains, valleys, rivers and lakes...
Stay in the Haute-Loire : the Hob fort du pré
Saint-Bonnet-le-Froid
Presentation
Are you there now?
Welcome to the Montfaucon region! To all sports lovers, you are served! You are currently close to 2 national parks: the Pilat park and the Monts d’Ardèche park. But also, come and discover the Via Fluvia: a 200km cycle route, which allows you to discover numerous villages and even join the Via Rhôna.
For those who are looking for relaxation, you are also in the right place. From the Hob’s terrace you can admire the Ardèche highlands, but above all you can access the Hob’s entire relaxation area. For those who are fond of new experiences, go to the Mirandou garden in Montfaucon en Velay, which offers a surprising and relaxing barefoot path.