Le Chastelas

Architecture and village

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A beautiful hike on the hills above Nojaret, giving access to Le Chastelas, the site of the former fortress of Montclar.

Enjoy panoramic views onto this historic site! You walk under sweet chestnut trees on paths that were once much frequented to reach the strategic Col de Montclar pass. All the land was cultivated, and there was much trade.

1 point of interest

Le Chastelas - N Thomas
History
Chastelas de Montclar
Atop this fortified rocky promotory was a fortress that was badly damaged as early as 1238, like its close neighbour, the Château de Verfeuil…

This was in the Cathar period. Records from the early 17th century say it is “in ruins”. The cistern located at the foot of the tower as well as several sections of wall are still visible. (text : Francis Tillault, from the collection of walks Autour du Parc 10)

Description

Signposts will guide you all along this route, as well as yellow painted waymarks. In the description below, the signposted place names and/or directions are given in bold italics between quotation marks :

From "Vialas", walk to :

“Nojaret Haut”, then to "Sous le col de Montclar" via :
"Lou Garadou",
"Lou Pradous",
"Les Sources".
From "Sous le col de Montclar", go to :
"Puecharus" via "Le Chastelas". Return to "Vialas" via :
"Réservoir",
"Nojaret Haut".

Departure : Vialas, Tourism office
Arrival : Vialas, Tourism office
Towns crossed : Vialas

Forecast

Altimetric profile

Recommandations

You have to cross a scree zone to reach Le Chastelas. Alternatively, take the forest track that skirts Le Chastelas.

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.

Information desks

Tourism'house and national parc, Génolhac

Place du Colombier, 30450 Génolhac

http://www.cevennes-tourisme.fr/contact@cevennes-tourisme.fr 04 66 61 09 48

This office is part of the National Park's associated tourist-information network, whose mission is to provide information on, and raise awareness of, the sites and events as well as the rules that must be observed in the National Park's central zone.
Open from april to october

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