Passerelle des gorges du Lignon

The Passerelle des Gorges du Lignon is a steel suspension footbridge that spans 268 meters across the Lignon du Velay valley. The structure features wire cables supporting wooden decking, with an elevated observation platform located at its midpoint.

This footbridge opened in 2022 and created a new crossing between the two municipalities. Its construction reflects the growing interest in developing visitor infrastructure in rural Auvergne.

This passage links two communities and lets visitors experience the gorge landscape directly from above. Walking across it reveals how the surrounding rock formations and vegetation shape the identity of this valley.

The bridge is accessible on foot from both sides, with walks ranging from 30 to 45 minutes depending on your starting point. Good walking shoes are recommended since the approach paths are hilly and sometimes uneven.

This ranks among France's longest footbridges of its kind, and the midpoint platform gives an unforgettable view straight down into the gorge below. Many visitors find the experience more intense than expected, especially when looking downward.

Location: Saint-Maurice-de-Lignon

Location: Grazac

Inception: 2022

Official opening: April 15, 2022

Length: 268 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Address: Villedemont, 43200 Grazac, France

Phone: +33471591076

Website: https://sucsetloire-tourisme.fr/decouvrir/les-gorges-du-lignon/passerelle-les-gorges-du-lignon

GPS coordinates: 45.18962,4.15827

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:48