Saint-Vidal is a region located in the Haute-Loire department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in France, characterized by its distinct volcanic origins. The landscape features ancient volcanic cones known as "sucs," along with picturesque river gorges and verdant valleys, notably the Borne valley. This varied terrain provides a diverse setting for several outdoor activities like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
The Saint-Vidal region offers a range of outdoor activities for various skill levels, with…
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Average rating
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12.6km
03:41
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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(11)
41
hikers
13.4km
03:52
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
hikers
9.24km
02:44
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
hikers
9.38km
02:46
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
riders
26.1km
02:28
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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8
riders
30.4km
02:28
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
54.7km
05:32
1,420m
1,420m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
44.7km
03:50
750m
750m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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30
riders
53.0km
02:43
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

17
riders
51.2km
02:38
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

12
riders
54.7km
02:47
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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44
riders
48.7km
02:45
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
55.1km
04:16
810m
810m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
34.0km
02:45
790m
790m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
17.9km
01:36
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
runners
6.62km
00:41
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
11.4km
01:22
310m
310m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
4.98km
00:31
60m
60m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
16.6km
01:50
190m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
39.8km
02:36
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
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54.9km
03:41
820m
820m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
43.7km
03:46
820m
820m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
riders
33.5km
02:22
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Saint-Vidal region offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Touring cycling. There are 25 routes available across these sports.
On komoot, Saint-Vidal features 25 routes with an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from 835 ratings. Over 12,000 visitors have explored the region's diverse terrain for activities like hiking and cycling.
Saint-Vidal is shaped by its volcanic origins, featuring ancient volcanic cones known as 'sucs,' picturesque river gorges, and verdant valleys like the Borne valley. Notable nearby sites include Cascade de la Beaume, Lac du Bouchet, Mont Mouchet, and Mont Gerbier de Jonc.
The varied terrain of Saint-Vidal includes numerous signposted trails suitable for different fitness levels, including options for easy hikes. The region's volcanic and mountainous massif offers diverse paths through unspoiled nature.
Hiking routes in Saint-Vidal traverse verdant hills and country lanes, offering options from easy paths to more challenging ascents. Specific routes and information are available in the guide Hiking around Saint-Vidal.
Road cycling in Saint-Vidal offers diverse landscapes, including paths winding alongside rivers like the Lignon and the Loire, and more difficult climbs around ancient volcanic cones. Detailed routes can be found in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Vidal.
The volcanic and mountainous terrain of Saint-Vidal is well-suited for mountain biking, with options for various skill levels. Information on trails is available through the guide MTB Trails around Saint-Vidal.
Saint-Vidal provides numerous signposted trails through unspoiled nature and verdant hills, suitable for jogging and running. A dedicated guide for these activities is Running Trails around Saint-Vidal.
Komoot offers several guides for Saint-Vidal, including Hiking around Saint-Vidal, Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Vidal, MTB Trails around Saint-Vidal, Running Trails around Saint-Vidal, Gravel biking around Saint-Vidal, and Cycling around Saint-Vidal.
The official website for the commune of Saint-Vidal is saint-vidal.fr. This site provides information related to the local municipality.
The Mairie de Saint-Vidal (town hall) can be contacted at Le bourg - 22 rue Antoine de la Tour, 43320 SAINT-VIDAL. The general phone number is +33471086834.

