GR44 Des Vans à Champerboux
4-5 days
93.9 km
3244 m
1454 m
The GR44 is a hiking trail crossing Ardèche and Lozère, connecting Des Vans to Champerboux over 93.9 km in 4 to 5 days. This trek in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes lets you discover varied landscapes: rocky summits, dense forests, vineyards characteristic of southern Ardèche, as well as spectacular cliffs and mountain lakes. You will reach a maximum elevation of 1454 m with a positive elevation gain of 3244 m, offering panoramic views throughout the route. The itinerary also winds near remarkable caves, testimony to the region's geological heritage. Accessible by public transport, the departure from Des Vans can be done without a car thanks to regional connections. This trek combines discovery of the Mediterranean landscapes of southern Ardèche with a gradual ascent toward the cooler lands of Lozère, ideal for hikers seeking diversity and authenticity.
Stages
| Departure | Arrival | Accommodation on arrival | Profile | Duration | Distance | +Elev. | −Elev. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 ChambonasVillage | Le Mas des SédarièsCamping | 7h45 | 24.4 km | +1,092 m | −604 m | ||
2 Saint-André-CapcèzeVillage | Gîte n°154Refuge | 3h30 | 11.7 km | +448 m | −294 m | ||
3 Gîte n°154Refuge | Gîte d'étape "le Poulitou"Refuge | 4h30 | 13.8 km | +596 m | −350 m | ||
4 Le BleymardVillage | Gîte d'étape de La FageRefuge | RefugeGîte d'étape de La Fage | 6h45 | 22.6 km | +806 m | −675 m | |
5 Gîte d'étape de La FageRefuge | ChamperbouxVillage | 5h30 | 21.4 km | +337 m | −607 m |
Elevation profile
How to get there
By car
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