10 day hiking holiday in the Livradois-Forez



…a stream ripples under the stone bridge, which is no more than a large stone and only just makes it across. You walk up the old stone stairs and venture over the stone. The meadows stretch out in front of you and you continue the path under the trees.
Above you hovers a large bird, is it a red kite or a buzzard?

Hiking in the Livradois-Forez



The Livradois Forez Regional Natural Park is a hilly landscape with vast green fields, old volcanoes, medieval castles, picturesque villages and varied forests. The nature in the area has so much beauty! That is why owners of three chambres d'hôtes offer a 9-day hiking package so that you can optimally experience nature in different parts of the park.

Participants in 2021 said about this;
“We enjoyed our hiking package in the Auvergne! We can recommend this trip to everyone. The combination of different chambre d'hôtes makes it a lot of fun.”




Location and area

The distance between the sites is approximately 30 km.


Stay in three chambres d'hôtes



You walk in the departments of Puy de Dôme and Haute Loire and enjoy a different atmosphere in the three chambres d'hôtes.


La Fougeraie is an old castle farm next to the castle of Folgoux (1344) and is located in a wooded area near the village of La Chaise Dieu. The castle has a huge estate with extensive meadows. The French-international atmosphere is recognizable in the dishes and the interior. You can enjoy the sun and a drink in the guest garden or by the pool. The former hay barn is a large lounge for cozy evenings, where people eat together.
You will stay in room Afrique, decorated in African style with a king-size bed.
* Excursion tip: a swimming lake and abbey church in La Chaise Dieu.

La Vaisse is a mountain farm from 1838 a stone's throw from the village of Ambert. Outside you can enjoy a lovely garden with various seating areas, a view over the valley, relax in a natural swimming pool or opt for the wood-fired hot tub.
La Vaisse is characterized by the art that you will find in and around the house. You can also count on refined dishes and an extensive wine list.
You will stay in Chambre Livradois with a queen-size box spring.
* Excursion tip: Large weekly market in Ambert and 14th century paper mill Richard de Bas


Le Moulin des Comtes

is a former mill from 1453 located in a mini valley with the river L'Ance babbling past the garden. Three kilometers from Viverols (Puy de Dôme) and 5 km from Usson and Forez (Loire).
The site is over 3.5 hectares with nice spots to enjoy the shade or sun.
Peace, space and relaxation. Enjoy a walk in the area and eat in our converted procherie.
You will stay in Chambre les Rochers with a king-size bed and a French balcony.
* Tip: the weekly market in Craponne sur Arzon and swimming lake Usson and Forez.


10 days hiking holiday in the Livradois Forez Natural Park in three chambres d'hôtes in Auvergne

  • A luxury double room with breakfast for three nights at each location
  • A packed lunch every day to take with you on the walk
  • A multi-course dinner every evening (excluding drinks)
  • Transport between the accommodations if necessary
  • Hiking trails tailored to your needs (level 2 and 3)
  • € 795 per person (based on a double room).  The order of stay is agreed in advance.

➔ Would you like to walk for nine days in one of the largest natural parks in France, where ultimate peace and space can be found in the rugged and varied nature?

➔ Are you looking for relaxation after a walking day in several chambres d'hôtes, where you can enjoy genuine hospitality, good food and a comfortable place to sleep?

Follow your heart and your feet will follow!


For more information or booking contact us!

If you want to walk longer or shorter, please let us know.


Mary & Peter, La Fougeraie
Charles & Tarcies, La Vaisse

Rob & Annemie, Moulin des Comtes