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Corniches du Méjean

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Corniches du Méjean

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Corniches du Méjean

04:18

11.5km

570m

Hiking

This hike connects the magnificent Gorges de la Jonte and du Tarn. Despite some elevation challenges, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the canyons.

Before leaving Rozier, you have the opportunity to admire its 12th century Romanesque church. Leaving this rural commune, at the foot of the Causse Méjean, a path on your left leads to the Capluc rock, an old defense point of a disappeared castle.

You walk on rocky paths, although the best is to look up to observe the vultures which enrich the natural spectacle. Their nests are on rocks. Along the way, there are lookouts over the gorges, like the Balcon du Vertige. The tour of the Causse Méjean ends with a view of the Vases de Sèvres and de Chine, two endemic and enigmatic monoliths.

by Lozère Tourisme

Last updated: June 3, 2024

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218 m

Le Rozier

Highlight • Settlement

Beautiful area especially in summer

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6.30 km

View of the Jonte Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Often considered the little sister of the Gorges du Tarn, the Jonte valley is no less spectacular. These cliffs are also a delight for climbing enthusiasts. The strange rock formations also attract the curious. This spot offers you a first view of this majestic canyon which separates the Causse Méjean to the north and the Causse Noir to the south.

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Vertigo Viewpoint

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From the top of its 770 meters, the Balcon du Vertige offers one of the most beautiful viewpoints to observe the grandeur of the landscape conquered by the Jonte gorge. Throughout the endless wild cliffs, each cornice is a geological detail that deserves special attention.

Nature lovers will also discover a privileged view to appreciate the spectacle given by the large birds of prey in full flight.

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7.81 km

Vase de Sèvres and Vase de Chine

Highlight • Natural Monument

Standing alongside the path, the vases of Sèvres and China are two endemic monoliths of the Causse Méjean. Observe them to understand the origin of their names.

In addition to delighting curious geologists, they are also a paradise for climbing enthusiasts. With a bit of luck, you can watch some of them reach the top and flirt with the vultures circling in the air.

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.39 km

3.40 km

1.26 km

940 m

433 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.39 km

4.66 km

940 m

433 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 9 August

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Comments

August 15, 2025,Corniche du Méjean

I took advantage of Sylvie's theater trip to do this beautiful and easy hike. Easy, but with some nice climbs and magical rock formations around every turn. The route is well-marked, on good trails, certainly very popular in season.
I loved this hike for the beauty of the scenery and the sunrise behind the rocks—splendid! Highly recommended!

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August 3, 2022,Randonnée corniche sur la Jonte et retour corniche sur le Tarn

The passage on the Corniche de la Jonte is embellished with fairly steep climbs and descents, the views are however magnificent and the last point of view allows us to see the vultures. The return to the Causse and the cornice on the Tarn offers remarkable aspects

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June 8, 2024,GORGES DU TARN ET DE LA JONTE - Corniches du Méjean (Le Rozier)

a great classic when you come to the region, this hike is very well known. So there can be a lot of people!

The hike quickly leaves the town and heads towards the Rocher de Capluc. Personally, I know my limits when it comes to dizziness and I haven't climbed to the top of the rock. The ascent is via …

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October 4, 2022,Randonnée les vautours. couleurs d automne

A little early to take advantage of the arrival of autumn and its palette of colors. On the other hand for the first time I had the chance to hear the passage of 2 vultures. The sound of a flying wing....magic

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August 16, 2024,Absolute Highlight Wanderung ab Le Rozier unter den Geiern zwischen Tarn und Jonte

Haute we kill two birds with one stone. Firstly, it is said to be one of the most beautiful hikes in the whole gorge and secondly it gives us a glimpse of the Jonte valley, where vultures live and are said to often circle between 8:00 and 11:00 a.m., but only in good weather, because on cloudy days there is …

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May 11, 2024,🇲🇫 Parc national des Cévennes aveyronaises

We are in Millau for a few days; it is simply amazing what you can do here. First you visit the Viaduc de Millau; at 2,460 metres it is the longest cable-stayed bridge in the world; the highest pillar is 245 metres high.
From kayaking, paragliding, cycling, climbing, hiking, trekking or balancing on a rope between two mountain peaks, everything …

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September 14, 2022,Les Corniches du Méjean

After 1km500 possibility of turning left as we did in order to have a view of the clapuc rock. Access for intermediate ++

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August 1, 2022,Randonnée les balcon du vertige gorge de la jonte gorge du tarn

Top hike but don't be dizzy I was limited at times but it's so beautiful!

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March 24, 2024

This hike connects the magnificent Gorges de la Jonte and du Tarn. Despite some elevation challenges, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the canyons.
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Before leaving Rozier, you have the opportunity to admire its 12th century Romanesque church. Leaving this rural commune, at the foot of the

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