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GR 70 - Stevenson’s Trail

Hike through the heart of France on the iconic Stevenson Trail: a path less traveled combining history, volcanic hills, and scenic villages.

STARTING POINT

Le Puy

FINISH POINT

St Jean du Gard

DURATION

15 days / 14 nights

SEASON

From May to October

TECHNICAL LEVEL

FITNESS LEVEL

TOUR TYPE

Inn-to-Inn

PRICE

From 2090€/person

  • Escape the modern world on less-trodden trails in the heart of France
  • Walk the path of Robert Louis Stevenson, pioneer writer of outdoor literature
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Cévennes National Park's rich biodiversity
  • Follow ancient mule tracks and shepherd paths through remote valleys
  • Conquer Mont Lozère for vast panoramic views
  • Traverse mix of landscapes: from volcanic plateaus, and dramatic gorges to terraced vineyards

Self-guided

INCLUDED IN PRICE

13 nights in 3-star hotels with breakfast
Digital guidebook with itinerary, route instructions, and practical information
GPS navigation with an easy-to-use app
Tour design and organization
Service and support during your hike
Tourist tax

What to Bring to the Tour

Hiking shoes/boots
25 to 35-liter backpack
Base layer
Sports T-shirts
Hiking shorts
Hiking water-repellent pants
Waterproof jacket
Midlayer
Sports socks and underwear
Leisurewear for evenings
Shade hat/cap
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hiking poles
ID card or passport
Snacks
Cash
Water bottles or hydration pack
Toiletries

“In truth, I don’t travel, myself, to reach a specific place, but to walk: simple pleasure of traveling.” - Robert Louis Stevenson 

The Stevenson Trail is perfect for those seeking an immersive hiking experience that combines natural beauty, historical intrigue, and a touch of literary adventure. Stretching across the scenic landscapes of southern France, this trail is suited for both seasoned hikers and literary enthusiasts eager to walk in the footsteps of Robert Louis Stevenson.

The trail offers a diverse array of experiences, from traversing rugged mountain paths and dense forests to meandering through quaint villages and open meadows, making it ideal for anyone looking to connect deeply with nature and history.

Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's journey in 1878, the trail retraces the path he took with his loyal donkey, Modestine, through the Cévennes mountains. Stevenson, in search of solace and adventure, documented his travels in "Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes," which became a pioneering work of outdoor literature. His journey was one of self-discovery and exploration, and today, hikers can experience the same sense of adventure and tranquility that he described, surrounded by the timeless beauty of the French countryside.

The trail begins in the historic town of Le Puy-en-Velay and winds its way through a series of picturesque landscapes, including volcanic plateaus, rolling hills, and the lush valleys of the Cévennes National Park. Highlights along the way include the ascent of Mont Lozère, the highest peak on the trail, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

Other notable stops include the tranquil village of Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille, where Stevenson began his original journey, and the scenic descent into the charming town of Saint-Jean-du-Gard. Each stage of the hike offers its own unique beauty, from serene riverside paths to challenging mountain passes, ensuring a varied and enriching experience.

We offer a seamless and comprehensive experience on the Stevenson Trail, ensuring every aspect of your journey is meticulously planned.

Our package includes a detailed digital guidebook featuring detailed GPS tracks and comprehensive route maps, so you can confidently navigate the trail's varied terrain. We carefully select cozy accommodations that capture the essence of each region. Throughout your journey, we are always just a call away, ready to assist you whenever needed.

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Andrew Luff

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A fantastic 3 day self guided Hut to Hut hike around Triglav National Park in Slovenia. We experienced a full range of weather which made it an unforgettable trip. The organisation and back up support with GPS maps etc was excellent. Hut staff were friendly and very happy to give advice and suggestions on the routes and directions. Would recommend.

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Carly Leonard

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My friend and I went with Triglav Tours for a 3 day, 2 night hike this summer and had the most amazing time!! Our guide, Bine, was awesome and had lots of cool facts to share about the area we were hiking. Additionally, my friend and I had not completed such a technical hike before and the guide and other guests were very patient with us and encouraging, ensuring we felt safe the entire time. The overnights were also such a fun way to get to know Bine, the other guests, and other hikers as well. Cannot recommend Triglav tours enough!!!

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Michael White

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I arranged a six-day/five-night trip with Hut to Hut Slovenia. It's the first time I've gone with a tour organizer and I can say it went really well. In the past I've arranged huts myself and it is a huge hassle figuring out how to make the bookings, if the bookings actually exist, and what good/viable routes might be. Having this all sort was, at least to me, totally worth it. The routing is via Ride with GPS, which was great. I'd recommend bringing 1:25,000 scale paper maps as a backup, just in case. The huts themselves differ wildly. Some are really rustic with, ahem, interesting toilet facilities. One was accessible by road and thus had showers, a long menu, and even espresso. All will have some sort of food, but you might only have two options for dinner (one with meat, one vegetarian). The cuisine in the Slovenian huts leans strongly to stews and goulashes with minimal fresh vegetables and/or fruit. Certainly good and hearty but pretty much everyone I talked to said the food was better in the Italian and Austrian huts. Some huts are cash only, some take cards (but the card reader might be down). A 1.5 litre bottle of water is about 6 euro, so if you have a beer with dinner and also buy lunch you need to carry about 25-30 euro per day in cash (assuming you have a booking that includes breakfast). Of the six days of hiking, four were ridiculously spectacular, with the highlight being sunrise from Mt Stol. Getting up to the high mountains, though, can be crazy steep, with switchbacks only sparsely used. Descents are similarly tough, and you have to watch every step. For the first time ever I used trekking poles and my knees thank me. Two days were a bit of a slog, but this is probably unavoidable getting up to or down from the high terrain. Would I do something like this again? Yes, absolutely! But next time it will probably be the Dolomites.

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Roman Klymenko

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Very beautiful hike. I did not expect that Slovenia is so amazing.

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Birgit Kindler

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We had a lovely hike today with our guide Klemen. He personalized the tour on our needs and interests, so that we saw places we wouldn't without his experience. The hike was a little bit slippery after the rain from the last days and it went a lot upwards, but it was totally worth it! Thanks again :)

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Dominik Schrotter

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We had a great day with Klemen on this hike, he showed us some lesser known spots/highlights of the southern part of the julian alps with a nice viewpoint at the end. 10/10 would book again

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