The Rocks of Galta

Description

On the former King’s road between St-Germain-de-Calberte and Barre-des-Cévennes, you walk to the ridge of the Rocks of Galta for beautiful views onto the valley of St-Martin-de-Lansuscle and the Cévennes, from Mont Lozère to the summit of Mont Aigoual. From the car park at the holiday village: 1) take the path that goes uphill into the chestnut forest; 2) at the fork, follow the large track (the former King’s road) which goes to the right; 3) at the Col de la Pierre Plantée pass, take the track on the left that is parallel to the King’s road; 4) follow the path on the right that runs along the ridge; 5) go downhill below the ridge to return to your starting-point.

Difficulty

Official rating: moderate, by Parc national des Cévennes.

Before you go

• Caution: the rocky ridge is slippery underfoot when wet. 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.

Getting there

Start: Village de vacances "Lou Serre de la Can", Saint-Germain-de-Calberte (48).

Sources

• Track: Parc national des Cévennes, Licence Ouverte 1.0, Licence Ouverte 1.0 (Etalab) (destination.cevennes-parcnational.fr/trek/43233-Roc-de-Galta). Time estimated by GPX Path with the Mac app rule, breaks not included.
• Official elevation gain: 229 m, Parc national des Cévennes