Les Salles: Moors, Forest and Circular Routes
Accommodation in Les Salles
A natural landscape of forest and moorland
When planning a stay in Les Salles, the landscape, circular routes and culture offer different points of interest. In the northwest of the commune lies a wooded mountain edge that forms the first foothills of the Bois Noirs massif. The commune has numerous moors, including one near La Plagnette. The landscape thus brings together two distinct natural features: the wooded mountain edge in the northwest and moorland in various parts of the commune.
Compare circular routes by specific features
The circular route “N°42 – une Forêt grandeur nature” is a challenging 23.7-kilometre e-bike route starting in Les Salles. It passes mostly through forest and offers the chance to see the Pierre Branlante. When planning, you can take its length, difficulty and forest coverage into account. Check route conditions before setting out.
The circular route “N°11 – la Plagnette” in the Bois Noirs massif alternates between forest and hilly terrain. The Étang de Royon, a suitable place to stop, lies halfway along the route. Compared with N°42, the specific points of reference here are the changing landscape and the stopping point. The two routes can therefore be distinguished by different details: N°42 by its length and difficulty, and N°11 by its sequence of terrain and midway stop.
Ponds and outdoor activities
The Étang de Royon is a ZNIEFF site; grass frogs are among the species found there. At the Étang de La Plagnette, there are two picnic areas. Fishing is possible there; ask at the local restaurant for information. The fitness trail at La Plagnette is 1,000 metres long and has ten exercise stations. Facilities and fishing opportunities may change, so check the latest information before your visit.
The two distances mentioned refer to different activities: 23.7 kilometres is the length of a challenging e-bike loop, while the 1,000-metre fitness trail has ten exercise stations. So when planning, the number alone is not what matters; consider whether you have a circular route or a trail with individual stations in mind. Facilities on the fitness trail may also change.
Churches and historical details
The Church of Saint-Pierre des Salles dates from the 12th century and is considered the oldest church in the canton. The parish church in Les Salles houses a waxed wooden statue of the Virgin Mary dating from the late 18th or early 19th century; it is listed as protected. For cultural exploration, the two details offer different points of interest: Saint-Pierre is notable for its age and status, while the statue is distinguished by its material, dating and protected status.
Practical information for motorhome travellers
The motorhome service and parking area in Les Salles allows you to dispose of grey and black water, refill with water and deposit household waste. If you plan to use these facilities, check their availability in advance, as it may change.
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Go to the regional travel overview: Loire.
