The Chemin de Stevenson : from Chasseradès to Saint-Jean-Du-Gard
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Day 1:
The Chemin de Stevenson : your arrival in Chasseradès
Welcome to Chasseradès
Arrival in Chasseradès during the day and settle into your accommodation in the late afternoon.
Take advantage of the day to visit the village and its surroundings: the old town and its cathedral, the rock and the chapel of Saint Michel d'Aiguille...
Dinner and overnight stay in Chasseradès. -
Day 2:
The Chemin de Stevenson : from Chasseradès to Le Bleymard
5 to 6 hours walking. Distance : 17 km. Ascent/descent : +610m / - 690m
After a hearty breakfast in your accommodation, you're off on an adventure along the Stevenson Trail. Today, you'll cross the Goulet mountain, with its summit at 1450m altitude. Along the way, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramas. After a full day's hiking, you'll reach Le Bleymard, your final destination. This picturesque village is the perfect place to relax and recharge your batteries.
Dinner and overnight in Le Bleymard. -
Day 3:
The Chemin de Stevenson : from Le Bleymard to Pont du Montvert
6 hours walking. Distance : 19 km. Ascent/descent : +820m / - 1015m
Explore the highest point of the Stevenson by climbing Mont Lozère to the "Sommet de Finiels" at an altitude of 1699 meters. Here you can admire the 360° panoramic view over the whole region (from the Gorges du Tarn to the Alps) and its typical drailles. At the end of the day, you'll arrive at Pont du Montvert.
Dinner and overnight in Pont du Montvert -
Day 4:
The Chemin de Stevenson : from Pont du Montvert to Florac
7 hours walking. Distance : 28,5 km. Ascent/descent : +690m / - 940m
A new day, a new landscape! Throughout the day, you'll follow the clear waters of the Tarn. Explore the Bougès mountain and immerse yourself in Camisarde history, marked by the Pont de Montvert war. Your day ends in Florac, a charming village in the heart of the Cévennes mountains, where the Tarn and Tarnon rivers meet.
Dinner and overnight in Florac.
Option: It is possible to reduce this stage by approximately 5 km by taking the GR68 before arriving in Florac. To be confirmed at the time of booking depending on accommodation. -
Day 5:
The Chemin de Stevenson : from Florac to Cassagnas
4h30 to 5 hours walking. Distance : 19 km. Ascent/descent : +475m / - 200m
The route follows the Mimente valley along the old railroad line that once linked Florac to Chamborigaud. Through a forest of chestnut trees, the trail leads you to the Cevennes village of Saint-Julien-d'Arpaon, home to the remains of an impressive 13th-century château. Your final destination is Cassagnas, one of the few villages in France to have a temple rather than a church.
Dinner and overnight in Cassagnas. -
Day 6:
The Chemin de Stevenson : from Cassagnas to Saint-Etienne-Vallée-Française
5 to 6 hours walking. Distance : 25 km. Ascent/descent : +350m / - 450m
The hike between Cassagnas and Saint-Étienne-Vallée-Française explores the schistose Cévennes, with their landscapes of sharp Serres and deep Valats. As you climb towards the Plan de Fontmort, you'll be surrounded by shades of green and black, punctuated by the yellow of flowering broom or the mauve of heather, depending on the season.
Dinner and overnight in Saint-Etienne-Vallée-Française. -
Day 7:
The Chemin de Stevenson : from Saint-Etienne-Vallée-Française to Saint-Jean-du-Gard
4 to 5 hours walking. Distance : 13 km. Ascent/descent : +480m / - 600m
Bringing Robert Louis Stevenson's journey full circle, the final stage takes you to Saint-Jean-du-Gard, a charming village stretched along the Gardon river. Following the Corniche des Cévennes, the landscape gradually softens, revealing the gentle southern character of the region, known for its vines and mulberry trees. The day's hike ends in Saint-Jean-du-Gard, where you'll spend the night in this village of character.
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Day 8:
End of The Chemin de Stevenson at Saint-Jean-du-Gard
End of the trip
End of service after breakfast.
Disclaimer
The stages and partner accommodations mentioned on the site are those we prefer. Depending on your registration date, we may have to make reservations for other accommodations of the same category. For last-minute bookings, we may have to offer you less comfortable accommodation, especially during the high summer season. We are fully aware of the different accommodation options available for each stage: we will choose the best available offer for you when you register.
We propose 2 ranges of accommodation for this stay:
| Package | Double room 2 pers. | Twin room 2 pers. | Single room 1 pers. |
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| Essential range | |||
| Group of 2 8 days / 7 nights | €780 | €790 | - |
| Single person 8 days / 7 nights | - | - | €1,060 |
| Comfort range | |||
| Group of 2 8 days / 7 nights | €880 | €990 | - |
| Single person 8 days / 7 nights | - | - | €1,250 |
NB: prices shown are per person.
OUR PRICE INCLUDES :
- ½ board from the dinner of the Day 1 to the breakfast of the Day 8)
- Luggage transfer (1 piece of luggage of 13 kg max per person)
- A digital roadbook to download onto your mobile
- Tourist tax
- Registration fees
OUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE :
- Transfers from your home to the meeting point and dispersal
- Picnic lunch
- Personal expenses, drinks
- Europassistance cancellation / interruption / assistance & repatriation insurance (6% of the price of your stay, including COVID 19, to be taken out when you register)
- In general, everything not mentioned in "Our price includes".
Options, supplements and reductions:
| Essential range | |
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| Reductions | |
| Réduction "sans transfert de bagages" | -€60 |
| Supplementary nights at the beginning or end of your trip | |
| Additional night at Chasseradès in a double room , in half board | €90 |
| Additional night in Chasseradès in single room with with half board | €110 |
| Additional night in Saint-Jean-du-Gard in a double room with half board | €80 |
| Additional night in Saint-Jean-du-Gard in a single room with half board | €90 |
| Transfers | |
| Return shuttle Saint-Jean-du-Gard/Chasseradès (departure at 8.15 am, arrival at 10.40 am) | €50 |
| Comfort range | |
| Reductions | |
| Réduction "sans transfert de bagages" | -€60 |
| Supplementary nights at the beginning or end of your trip | |
| Additional night at Chasseradès in a double room , in half board | €90 |
| Additional night in Chasseradès in single room with with half board | €110 |
| Additional night in Saint-Jean-du-Gard in a double room with half board | €90 |
| Additional night in Saint-Jean-du-Gard in a single room with half board | €110 |
| Transfers | |
| Return shuttle Saint-Jean-du-Gard/Chasseradès (departure at 8.15 am, arrival at 10.40 am) | €50 |
NB: prices are per person.
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Hotel in Chasseradès
The hotel and restaurant is an ideal stop for hikers starting their adventure in the Cévennes. Enjoy comfortable rooms, tasty homemade cuisine, and a warm welcome for a rejuvenating stay surrounded by Cévennes nature and heritage. It’s the perfect place to sleep well and enjoy a good meal before setting off on your itinerary.
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Guesthouse - Essential Range -
Breakfast - Essential Range -
Garden - Essential Range
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Gîte in Le Bleymard
This warm and welcoming guesthouse hosts hikers and travelers in a friendly, family-style atmosphere. The host, passionate about the Cévennes of Lozère, is happy to share tips for discovering the region’s unspoiled landscapes and traditional villages. You will enjoy comfortable rooms, a convivial home-cooked dinner, and a peaceful setting, ideal for relaxing after a day of hiking. An authentic and restful stopover on the Stevenson Trail (GR70).
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Living room - Essential Range -
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Kitchen - Essential Range
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Hôtel Restaurant in Pont de Montvert
Located in the heart of Le Pont-de-Montvert, in the Cévennes, this charming hotel and restaurant sits on the banks of the Tarn River. It offers comfortable rooms and homemade cuisine highlighting trout and local Lozère produce. Ideal for hikers, the property stands out for its friendly atmosphere and unspoiled natural setting—an authentic place to sleep well and enjoy good food in Lozère.
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Garden - Essential Range -
Double Room - Essential Range -
Hôtel Restaurant - Essential Range
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Gîte in Florac
Located in the heart of the Cévennes, this guesthouse and restaurant welcomes hikers and families in a simple, friendly atmosphere. Just a 5-minute walk from the town center, it offers private rooms and dormitories, a dining room, and half-board meals included. It is ideally situated on the Stevenson Trail (GR70).
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Gîte - Essential Range -
Indoor area - Essential Range -
Room - Essential Range
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Gîte in Cassagnas
A former railway station lovingly renovated, this accommodation offers comfortable rooms in a lush green setting on the banks of the Mimente River. The welcome is warm and authentic—perfect for hikers on a multi-day trek. A peaceful place to rest, enjoy a local meal, and take in the natural beauty of Lozère.
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Gîte - Essential Range -
Breakfast - Essential Range -
Room - Essential Range
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Gîte in Saint Etienne Vallée Française
In the heart of the Lozère Valley, this stopover guesthouse is located just 50 meters from the Stevenson Trail (GR70), making it ideal for hikers on a multi-day trek. It offers shared dormitory-style rooms, a communal kitchen, and a warm welcome. With its friendly atmosphere, preserved natural surroundings, and nearby amenities, it’s a perfect stop for an active journey in the heart of the Cévennes.
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Twin Room - Essential Range
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Gîte in Saint Jean du Gard
Nestled in a former 16th-century mill, this accommodation welcomes hikers in a friendly and authentic setting. The stopover offers shared dormitory rooms, a relaxing garden by a small stream, and a characterful atmosphere with stone walls and chestnut wood. The team provides accommodation and half-board tailored to walkers—bags dropped off, a peaceful ambiance, and an ideal place to rest after exploring the Cévennes.
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Garden - Essential Range -
Twin Room - Essential Range -
Indoor - Essential Range
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- Comfort range
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Guesthouse in Chasseradès
This guesthouse is an ideal accommodation for hikers on the Stevenson Trail (GR70) in Lozère. Enjoy comfortable rooms and a warm welcome—perfect for starting your hike in the Cévennes. Savor a home-cooked dinner made with local products and a friendly stopover in the heart of nature.
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Guesthouse - Confort Range -
Double Room - Confort Range -
Table - Confort Range
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Hôtel** in Le Bleymard
This accommodation offers an authentic stopover for hikers on the Stevenson Trail (GR70). Set between unspoiled nature and simple comfort, enjoy a warm welcome, a cozy room, and a gourmet break featuring local products after your trek through the Cévennes
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Double Room - Confort Range -
Breakfast - Confort Range -
Restaurant - Confort Range
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Auberge** in Le Pont de Montvert
This inn is a must-stop for hikers on the Stevenson Trail (GR70). Enjoy cozy accommodation, tasty local cuisine, and a rejuvenating break in the heart of the Cévennes. With a terrace overlooking the village and a warm, friendly welcome, this inviting place is a perfect stop along your journey.
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Auberge ** - Confort Range -
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Terrasse - Confort Range
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Guesthouse in Florac
Véronique and Denis welcome you with a smile to a comfortable and welcoming guesthouse. In the heart of Florac, this accommodation offers a refined stopover for hikers. Relax in comfortable surroundings, enjoy inventive local cuisine, and soak up the vibrant charm of the Cévennes before continuing your adventure.
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Patio - Confort Range -
Guesthouse - Confort Range -
Double Room - Confort Range
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Guesthouse in Cassagnas
Enjoy an intimate and welcoming break right in the center of Florac. This family-run accommodation offers cozy rooms, a homemade breakfast, and a peaceful setting—ideal for resting after your adventures. You can also enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and sun loungers to relax or cool off after a day of hiking.
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Swimming pool - Confort Range -
Double Room - Confort Range -
Garden - Confort Range
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Guesthouse in Saint Etienne Vallée Française
This accommodation is a remarkable historic site in the heart of Lozère. Discover its medieval architecture, picturesque gardens, and immerse yourself in local history. A must-see cultural stopover for heritage lovers and hikers exploring the region.
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Guesthouse - Confort Range -
Double Room - Confort Range -
Outdoor Area - Confort Range
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Hôtel** in Saint Jean Du Gard
End your hike on the Stevenson Trail (GR70) at this hotel in Saint-Jean-du-Gard. This charming hotel in the heart of the Cévennes offers comfortable rooms, a shaded swimming pool, and a warm welcome—perfect for a relaxing and authentic end to your journey.
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Swimming pool - Confort Range -
Double Room - Confort Range -
Terrasse - Confort Range
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*NB: these are our preferred accommodations. Depending on your registration date, we may be able to reserve other accommodation of the same category for you.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
COMING BY TRAIN
COMING BY CAR
- In the private parking lot of your first accommodation in Chasseradès and collect it at the end of the hike.
- In the private parking lot of your last hotel in St Jean-du-Gard and take the train to the starting point of the hike in Chasseradès.
- Departures from Saint-Jean-du-Gard: 8:15 am and 1:15 pm
- Arrivals Chasseradès: around 10:50 or 15:50
- Departures from St Jean du Gard: 8:15 am and 1:15 pm
- Arrival Le Puy-en-Velay: around 12:30 or 5:30 pm
LEVEL
EQUIPMENT
THE BACKPACK
YOUR LUGGAGE
HIKING SHOES
CLOTHING
- A waterproof GORE TEX windproof jacket (no poncho-type k-way)
- A fleece jacket
- Pants, shorts, T-shirts (avoid cotton, prefer breathable materials).
- Change of clothes and personal laundry
- A bathing suit and a towel (microfiber towels are preferable, as they are lighter and dry faster).
BEDDING
- A light sleeping bag (comfort 10°C) or "meat bag" (blankets available in accommodations).
PICNIC
- 1 individual airtight box (Tupperware type), capacity approx. 0.6 liters, cutlery, plate and cup.
OTHERS
- Water bottle (2-liter minimum per person).
- A pair of telescopic hiking poles (optional)
- Sunglasses and sun cream
- Hat or cap
- A small toilet bag, with towel
- Flashlight or headlamp (for night-time use)
- A pair of tennis shoes or sandals (for evening wear)
- Toilet paper
- Earplugs
- Camera
- Small personal first-aid kit (aspirin, plaster, elastoplast, compeed...)