Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid is a region in the Haute-Loire department of south-central France, situated at an altitude of 1159 meters. This area serves as a natural transition point between the Velay and Vivarais plateaus, and between the Ardèche and Haute-Loire departments, offering a diverse "middle mountain" environment. Its landscape features fir forests, rolling hills, and the unique Atlantic-Mediterranean watershed line, providing varied terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid offers a range of outdoor activities across more than 30 routes. These routes cater to several sports, including road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and hiking. More than 4,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars for the routes in this region. Cyclists can explore diverse terrain, from circuits that follow parts of the l'Ardéchoise race for road cycling to dedicated VTT circuits within the Espace VTT du Haut Pays du Velay for mountain biking. Joggers can utilize specific circuits, including loops that trace the Atlantic-Mediterranean watershed line. For those interested in exploring the natural environment, hiking trails range from long-distance routes to shorter discovery circuits focused on local flora and fauna. To discover more activities, explore guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid, MTB Trails around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid, and Hiking around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid.
60
Routes
4.7
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Average rating
719
People visited

5.0
(6)
39
riders
51.8km
02:45
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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49
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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17
riders
56.7km
03:05
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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18
riders
58.9km
02:48
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
(9)
44
hikers
12.1km
03:38
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
hikers
4.28km
01:20
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
9.82km
02:57
330m
330m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
17.6km
04:58
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50
runners
14.6km
01:42
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.40km
00:41
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
16.5km
02:10
560m
550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
32.7km
04:00
1,030m
1,030m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
36.1km
03:37
960m
960m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
38.8km
04:01
1,160m
1,160m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
27.6km
02:38
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
24.1km
02:16
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
riders
33.2km
02:09
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
riders
105km
07:14
1,860m
1,860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
43.3km
02:55
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
53.8km
03:49
1,100m
1,100m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Hiking. The region features 37 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.57 stars from over 4,500 visitors.
Yes, road cyclists can explore numerous touring circuits, including routes that traverse parts of the "l'Ardéchoise" cycling race. The region offers 6 dedicated road cycling routes. For more options, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid guide.
Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid is well-suited for mountain biking, featuring the "Espace VTT du Haut Pays du Velay" with seven dedicated VTT circuits. The Grande Traversée de l'Ardèche mountain bike route also passes through the area. Komoot lists 4 mountain biking routes. Explore more with the MTB Trails around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid guide.
Yes, Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid offers specific jogging circuits for runners. A popular 3.9-mile (6.2 km) loop around the village allows joggers to follow the Atlantic-Mediterranean watershed line. A longer 7.5-mile (12 km) loop extends to the nearby village of St-André-en-Vivarais. There are 6 jogging routes available.
The village is a prime spot for hikers, boasting three long-distance hiking trails (Grandes Randonnées), three shorter hiking trails (Petites Randonnées), and three discovery circuits. The "Bruits de village" is a 1.2-mile (2 km) tour highlighting the village's unique characteristics. Komoot lists 13 hiking routes. For more information, see the Hiking around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid guide.
Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid is perched at an altitude of 3,802 feet (1159 meters), acting as a natural transition point between the Velay and Vivarais plateaus. A unique feature is the Atlantic-Mediterranean watershed line that runs through the commune. The area is characterized by its "middle mountain" environment, offering views over the gorges of the Cance and Doux rivers.
The region offers a variety of trails suitable for different fitness levels, including shorter hiking trails and discovery circuits. The "Bruits de village" is a 1.2-mile (2 km) tour that can be enjoyed by families. Specific jogging circuits around the village also provide accessible options.
Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid is a popular destination, with more than 4,500 visitors having explored its routes on komoot. The 37 available routes have received an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid, MTB Trails around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid, Cycling around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid, Running Trails around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid, and Hiking around Saint-Bonnet-Le-Froid.
The official website for the commune is saintbonnetlefroid.fr. For tourism inquiries, the Point Infos Tourisme can be reached at +33471656441. The regional tourism office, Office de Tourisme du Haut Pays du Velay, is available at +33471599573.
The region is characterized by a "middle mountain" environment, with elevations ranging from 2,487 to 3,809 feet (758 to 1161 meters). Cyclists can expect varied terrain, including fir forests and picturesque views over river gorges. The area's strategic location between plateaus and departments contributes to its diverse landscape.

