· Local
Moderate
Les moines
📏
6.6 km
Distance
⏱
1h 39min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
🔄
Round walk
Route type
Au XIIe siècle, les moines bénédictins de St-Chaffre du Puys s’installent dans la vallée. Ils bâtissent l’église de St- Marcel de Fontfouilhouse et quelques maisons autour.
Covering 6.6 km, this is a satisfying walk that most reasonably fit hikers will complete in about 1 hour and 28 minutes.
This loop trail is a practical choice for day hikers: you start and end at the same spot, with no shuttle or pick-up required.
Part of the Local Walking Network (LWN), this trail is ideal for exploring the neighbourhood landscape. It is typically well-known to local walkers and offers an authentic sense of place.
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Start
· La Payolle
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it to walk Les moines?
Les moines covers a distance of 6.6 km.
How long does it take to walk Les moines?
At an average walking pace, Les moines takes approximately 1h 39min to complete.
Does Les moines return to the starting point?
Yes — Les moines loops back to the start. You can complete it without arranging a lift or return journey.
Where can I begin walking Les moines?
You can begin Les moines at La Payolle.
How difficult is Les moines?
Les moines is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.