Cheylard-L'Évêque is a region situated in the Lozère department of the Occitanie region, characterized by its varied natural landscapes. The area encompasses dense forests, tranquil meadows, and undulating terrain, including the expansive Mercoire Forest and the Moure de la Gardille summit. These diverse environments provide a setting for several outdoor sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more. The region's natural heritage, including its position within the Margeride and bordering the Cévennes, offers varied opportunities for outdoor exploration.
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182
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33.0km
02:06
420m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.2km
01:06
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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73.1km
04:49
980m
980m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.7km
02:51
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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31
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3.39km
00:55
50m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.32km
02:23
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.6km
06:53
620m
620m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45
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28.9km
08:11
620m
620m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8.30km
00:58
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.2km
01:41
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.7km
05:25
1,320m
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.7km
01:24
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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173
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41.1km
03:31
630m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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46.5km
03:03
620m
620m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50.2km
04:51
1,310m
1,310m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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53.1km
05:10
1,330m
1,330m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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36
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44.0km
03:03
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40.3km
02:58
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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66.4km
04:49
980m
980m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.5km
02:26
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
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84.6km
04:06
1,120m
1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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58.3km
02:50
830m
830m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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41.5km
02:03
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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16
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59.8km
03:17
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Cheylard-L'Évêque offers a range of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region features more than 10 routes for these sports, explored by over 10,000 visitors.
Cheylard-L'Évêque is a significant point on the GR70, known as the Stevenson Trail, and includes sections of the GR470. Numerous local circuits explore natural features like the Mercoire Forest and lead to viewpoints such as Moure de la Gardille. For more details, consult the Hiking around Cheylard-L'Évêque guide.
Yes, the area provides options for touring cycling, road cycling, and mountain biking. Quiet roads are suitable for road and touring cyclists, while mountain bikers can find marked trails, including those within the "Espace VTT FCC du Gévaudan." Specific guides are available for Touring Cycling, Road Cycling, and MTB Trails.
Notable natural features include the vast Mercoire Forest, known for its biodiversity and marked trails. The Moure de la Gardille summit, at 4,931 feet (1503 meters), offers panoramic views and is a source of the Allier and Chassezac rivers. The region also features the Cascade du Donozau waterfall and the Naussac Lake.
Yes, the network of trails and scenic paths in Cheylard-L'Évêque is suitable for jogging. There are 2 dedicated running routes in the area. More information can be found in the Running Trails around Cheylard-L'Évêque guide.
The routes in Cheylard-L'Évêque have been explored by more than 10,000 visitors on komoot. They have received an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars from over 700 ratings, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Cheylard-L'Évêque, including Hiking around Cheylard-L'Évêque, Cycling around Cheylard-L'Évêque, and Running Trails around Cheylard-L'Évêque. Guides for Road Cycling, Gravel Biking, and MTB Trails are also available.
The Moure de la Gardille is a summit reaching 4,931 feet (1503 meters) in altitude. It offers a 360-degree panoramic view and is notable as the source of the Allier and Chassezac rivers, marking a watershed between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
The region offers a variety of hiking routes, including local circuits that range from easy family walks to more challenging options. This diversity allows for selection of routes suitable for different experience levels, including beginners.
The Mairie (town hall) of Cheylard-L'Évêque can be contacted by phone at +33 4 66 69 03 14. Information is also available via the Mairie's page on the Communauté de Communes du Haut-Allier website.
The Mercoire Forest is a large and biodiverse forested area near Cheylard-L'Évêque. It features majestic trees like oaks, beeches, and firs, and is recognized as a Zone d'Intérêt Écologique, Faunistique et Floristique (ZNIEFF) due to its ecological importance.

