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.

View interactive map Carte de la France pour situer le territoire du Forez dans la Loire 42
Carte touristique pour situer le territoire du Forez dans la Loire 42

Get out, get moving, get rolling

In the Forez region, adventures take place on a grand scale, with your eyes always on the horizon.

In Forez, winter transforms this region into a magical realm where every adventure takes on a fairytale dimension, with our eyes always captivated by the snow-covered horizon.

Not a second to lose! Explore our immaculate paths on one of our snowshoe trails, hurtle down the snow-covered slopes of our ski resorts, or simply marvel at the snow activities on offer.

The Forez, adorned in its white coat, invites you to experience exceptional moments in the heart of a winter landscape as captivating as it is mystical.

 

Hiking and nature