Hike to the Essarts waterfall

Chastreix

Dogs allowed

Distance 4.6Km

Duration 2h00

Hiking route BOUCLE

Marking Yellow markings (Chamina)

In pictures

Route description

Discover the basalt organs of the Essarts waterfall.This short, family-friendly walk through meadows and forests offers fine views of the Sancy massif.

Hidden in the undergrowth, the Essarts waterfall is first heard, then discovered amid lush vegetation. The water of the La Gagne river flows over basalt columns into a basin covered with rocks and stones, before continuing down the stream.
The waterfall is some ten metres high. On the path before(…)

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

Step 1 : From Place de l’Eglise, go down Rue de la Mairie, which runs between the Maison du Tourisme and the Mairie, then straight ahead along the road.

Step 2 : After passing the first intersection at 400 m, turn right at the second intersection at 800 m, towards Le Mont.

Step 3 : Turn right just before entering the hamlet of Le Mont. Follow this road for 800 m.

Step 4 : Turn left to go back and forth to the Essarts waterfall.

Next step

Step 5 : Return to the main path and turn left. Keep to the right at the next intersection, 80 m further on. Continue for 700 m to the road.

Step 8 : Turn left and return along the same road to the village of Chastreix.

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Opening hours

From 01/01 to 31/12/2026 daily.

Comfort, facilities and services

Car park
Free car park
Pets welcome
Picnic area

Additional information

Bring hiking boots, or even snowshoes in case of heavy snow.
Remember to wear 3 layers of clothing, as the trail runs through undergrowth.
Not suitable for baby carriages.

Dogs allowed Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash for the peace and quiet of all users.

Environment

Riverside, Waterside, Waterfall view

Access

Parking place de l’église

Downloadable :

GPX – La cascade des Essarts_2025-12-17_08-25-34

PDF – balade-hivernale-la-cascade-des-essarts