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France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Saint-Étienne
La Valla-En-Gier

Le Saut du Gier

Hard

4.4

(11)

41

hikers

Le Saut du Gier

05:55

17.1km

890m

Hiking

This beautiful hike explores the northern slope of the Pilat massif, on the foothills of the Gier valley. This narrow valley marks the boundary between the urban area of Saint-Etienne and the natural landscapes of the massif.

The route begins in La Valla-en-Gier, a charming little village in the heart…

Last updated: August 13, 2024

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 10.3 km for 238 m

Waypoints

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86 m

La Valla-En-Gier

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This small village in Pilat is nestled at an altitude of 650 meters. From here you can enjoy a superb view of the valley and the lake of the Rive …

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1.24 km

Rive dam spillway

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The Rive dam discharges its waters into the Gier reservoir which itself relies on the Soulages dam further south. The view from the dam allows you to see the downstream dam and the Gier water reservoir.

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9.09 km

Breathtaking panoramic views await you and are worth stopping for a while.

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10.6 km

Saut du Gier Waterfall

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The Gier flows over the edge of this gorge producing this spectacular waterfall.

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17.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.57 km

6.44 km

1.15 km

416 m

356 m

193 m

Surfaces

5.81 km

4.59 km

2.45 km

1.80 km

1.11 km

484 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (1,220 m)

Lowest point (510 m)

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Saturday 23 May

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Trail Reviews

Anne 🏃🏼‍♀️‍➡️🥾⛰️🪻
July 10, 2025, Le Saut du Gier au départ de la Valla en Gier 🌾🫏🐐🌳💦

A very beautiful loop 🥰 with a slightly steep descent approaching the waterfall and a very bushy section for about 500 m after the Scie du Bost

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Aston
August 20, 2024, Le saut du gier

Walking shoes highly recommended and good physical condition (some climbs/slopes are very steep). Allow 6 hours of walking for a strolling pace with short breaks.

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