The arches of Saint-Pierre

Foot

in SAINT-PIERRE-DES-TRIPIERS

  • Easy
  • Gorges du Tarn
  • Gorges de la Jonte
  • Causse Mejean

Route details

Distance : 5.2 km

Duration of the route : 02h15 hour(s)

Elevation gain : 167 mètres

Negative elevation : 167 mètres

Altitude max 965 m

Altitude min 869 m

Yellow PR

Cultural, Historical, Natural

Loop route yes

Description

Erosion has sculpted the rock into strange shapes and opened up arches, under which are rock shelters, a large square with a hoodoo (fairy chimney) and a cave tomb, where around 3,500 BC audacious trepanning was carried out.

  • Cultural
  • Historical
  • Natural
Access information :

From La Parade, take the D63, then head towards Saint-Pierre des Tripiers, then towards La Viale. Parking au croisement de La Viale et de la route du Truel.

Source structure :

Agence d'Attractivité Touristique Gorges Causses Cévennes

Leading publisher :

Cévennes National Park

Practical information

Make sure your equipment is appropriate for the day’s weather conditions. Remember that the weather changes quickly in the mountains. Take enough water, wear sturdy shoes and put on a hat. Please close all gates and barriers behind you.

More info

Duration02h15Elevation167 D- / 167 D+Distance1.0 km

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