Welcome to the forez
In the Loire department, 1 hour from Lyon and Clermont-Ferrand, Forez offers you an authentic experience.
Nestling between the Forez mountains and the gorges of the Loire, Forez is a 4-season region where authenticity has left its mark. It’s an ideal destination for nature and heritage experiences, with picturesque villages, numerous hiking trails and the largest FFC mountain bike area in France. Come and explore the many facets of Forez and let yourself be seduced by its beauty.
Top 10 places to visit
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The gorges of the Loire
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The Matagrin tower
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The Hautes Chaumes
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Thermalism
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Montbrison, most beautiful market in France
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Terre de Tisseurs
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Our charming picturesque villages
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The hat Museum Workshop
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The Bâtie d’Urfé, one of Forez’s heritage treasures
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The Volerie du Forez, an impressive bird park
Get out, get moving, get enjoying
From the summit of the Hautes Chaumes to the banks of the Loire, the diversity of our landscapes is the promise of ever-changing activities throughout the seasons. On your own? With the family? With friends? It doesn’t matter! Adventure is at hand. The hardest part will be choosing…
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Choose your tribe and begin the adventure
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For the hyperactive
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For epicureans
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For nomads
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For historians
Culture and heritage
