Where to practice an individual sport Loire

It is under the impulse of Emmanuel, passionate about pétanque, that this boulodrome recently opened its doors. In competitions, tournaments or simple friendly games, the amateurs of the kind will have fun during the games, thanks to the 19 grounds of which 12 outside and 7 inside. Atmosphere and conviviality are the order of the day, and they can be enjoyed over a beer or during thematic evenings with a meal prepared for the occasion. Friends of bowls, think of reserving your session in advance to be sure of the availability of the court.

Obut has made Saint-Bonnet-le-Château the world capital of pétanque balls, so much so that its product has become a reference for all amateurs, as well as for professionals. A tradition dating back to 1955, which has earned the company the EPV label. Obut is a bowler's paradise. In addition to the boules, the manufacturer's website offers a range of essential accessories to improve technique, enhance elegance and, above all, make progress! The company also offers training courses and gift cards.

Departure near the cross of Seignolles. Circuit sheet available at the Pays d'Urfé tourist office. The interpretation trail "Il était un chemin" (Once upon a time) aims at discovering the heritage of the Pays d'Urfé. It is punctuated with amusing explanatory panels to discover the local history, the flora and fauna as well as the richness of the landscapes and the Madeleine mountains. A picnic table allows you to finish the walk with a moment of relaxation and conviviality.

Departure: . plateau. Distance: 1,5 km, duration: 1 h. The discovery trail explains the secrets of the bog. With an area of 20 hectares, this marsh area plays an essential role in the regulation of water resources. Listed among Natura 2000 sites, the bog is a world to protect. If you have time, visit the Bison of the Madeleine Mountains, take a tour to the arboretum of the Grand Murcins of Arcons or go to the adventure at Les Cimes de Bécajat.

No doubt that at Clash de Haches, you will feel like a Quebec lumberjack! Since April, the center has moved from the La Rivière district to Andrézieux. With friends, colleagues or as a couple, you will discover an unusual activity during a session of one hour, one hour and a half. You can have fun and let off steam in complete safety. And from June, exclusively in the Loire, a new activity "Sensas" promises joyful moments during an escape game of the senses. So, what are you waiting for?

Blocabrac is an indoor climbing gym opened in 2016 located near the Puits Couriot. Climbers will love the atmosphere and the team of qualified instructors present to support them. New or experienced climbers are welcome from 3 years old. Note that if you wish to progress, climbing courses are also available. For the youngest, parents, relax, they take care of everything, especially for birthdays. In short, you'll have a great time and even have a drink at the snack bar!

The Centre Équestre Régional du Forez (CERF) is a magical place for horse-riding enthusiasts in Marcoux. Set in a natural environment between the plains and the Forez mountains, CERF offers a variety of equestrian activities. The center is a certified "École d'Équitation FFE" and also offers outdoor riding courses. In addition to lessons, CERF organizes outings for official CSO-CCE competitions, rides and hikes. It also offers "classes vertes" for schoolchildren and a special program for people with disabilities. The CERF team of professionals is passionate about sharing their passion in a relaxed atmosphere. The center's facilities are of the highest quality, and the cavalry is reliable and well adapted. Don't hesitate to contact CERF to find the equestrian package that's right for you.

Since 1983, squash club welcomes you! Gilles Defours, owner since 2009, has put everything in place to make you feel good. The decor is flash and the rooms are very pleasant. For sport itself, you will be able to give it to the heart: six squash fields with a beech parquet, for a maximum rebound of the ball. The club also has two badminton fields, and offers courses with a teacher with a state patent for those wishing to improve. If the equipment is missing, a shop is at your disposal to buy snowshoes, ball or wheel, shoe… at best price. Between two parties, take the time to restore yourself to the dining room where every day you are offered a dish of the day to combine sport with a greedy break or relax in the living room or on the shaded terrace…

Long considered an elitist activity, golf is now accessible to all. The golfer must, thanks to his club, send his ball into the hole in a minimum of shots. This practice requires a lot of courtesy: self-arbitration, concentration, respect for the field and others... This outdoor activity, which does not require violent physical effort, allows you to escape for the duration of a game. Depending on your time, level and expectations, you can take the 18-hole course or opt for very professional courses to discover or improve your skills. Located in a green setting, you can refresh yourself in the club's pretty restaurant.

Seven Squares is a play paradise for children and adults alike. With its slides, climbing wall, arcade games, obstacle course, laser game, billiards, bowling alley and trampoline park, this indoor leisure complex is sure to appeal to all ages from 7 to 77. The under-7s are not forgotten either. They can have fun in one of the mazes, play in the ball pools or enjoy the foam games. At the Kids Park, a snack bar awaits those with a sweet tooth!

A Monts du Pilat Orienteering area has been set up on the Grands Bois site in the middle of nature or near inhabited rural areas. There are 4 courses of different levels and 70 permanent markers placed in evidence or well hidden. It is aimed at both individuals, thanks to a kit of 3 maps, and groups with a state-certified guide. You can do these routes on mountain bikes and snowshoes or even on horseback or skis.

The Sambala and Baobab Association offers two full-nature sports activities to discover the mountains and forests of the Pilat massif. It is a mountain enduro, with a varied profile, from the steep peaks of the peaks of Du to Piedmont rhone. The coaching is very user friendly and attentive. An activity with very variable difficulty, accessible from 12 years during which the techniques of piloting are taught to you and which allows the most cou to flourish… The association also offers tree climbing sessions for 8 years. Vertical walks in the heart of the pilatoises forests to climb, walk over the branches, and reach the peaks, even the possibility of bivouac in the hammock "Haut-Perché". The equipment is provided.

Valérie has a state certificate in mountain bike and bicycle tours in the Pilat region. She can accompany you on foot, on a mountain scooter (with green, blue, red or black trails depending on the difficulty and physical ability of each person, so as not to lose the notion of pleasure) or on a mountain bike. Departure from one of the proposed routes in group or solo, from the crêt de la Perdrix or the crêt de l'oeillon. To be discovered to spend a beautiful sporting moment in the heart of nature. Also overnight stays under a heated tepee.

Looking for an original experience in contact with nature? Located in the heart of the Pilat massif, Le Monde des Pentes is a forest trail. On the program are some thirty games made by local craftsmen that blend harmoniously with the forest landscape. These playful installations test the strength, dexterity and thinking skills of young adventurers. All along the trail, you'll discover the world of the forest: the life that teems in the soil, the tree cycle and the wild animals of Pilat.

Take a look at the beautiful region of Du on the 15 ^th March of the Schools beautifully named "La Molinette". Your financial participation in hiking will be used to finance school travel, a good way to add value to the fun!

Tariff: between 5 and 7 €.

Distance: 8 km.

Departure: Visit the St. Julien-Molin-Molette school from 8 am to 15 pm.

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Created in the 1930s, the Stéphanoise Independent has risen to the highest level in 70 years. It is one of the leading French clubs in terms of results. The second most important sports club after ASSE, the Independent woman from Stephane is run by competent and qualified professionals. The association is affiliated to the French Gym Federation and has quality and early childhood labels. Open to all, it offers multiple activities for all ages and levels of baby gym, senior gym, fitness, competitive gym, weight training or zumba.

Come and test your balance on a slackline or a ladder, or practice your salto, thanks to two foam-filled pits to cushion falls. There's an arena with 24 trampolines for free jumping, a Dodge Ball with 20 trampolines to form a dodgeball court, and Tumbling for a series of somersaults... Or head for the 6 trampolines inclined at 60%, and why not the trampoline parkour, which is set up as an obstacle course to be completed in a set time! Shall we challenge you?

Who has never, during his childhood, climbed a tree? Hêtre en Forez proposes to take you back to this period when contact with nature was very simple. Supervised by Justin Augay, you will be able to spend half a day, a day or a night perched several meters high and above all try your hand at tree climbing. You will go up in a top rope or in a rope of displacement and different activities will be proposed to you. Moreover, if you wish, you can eat a "fondue à la fourme" in the trees.

From the Chalmazel resort, you can choose from six signposted mountain bike trails. For those who prefer an easier option, opt for the 3.5 km Bois de Chapouilloux trail: accessible to beginners and lasting around 40 minutes, this ride winds gracefully through the fir trees, passing through the Plume and Sagnasson localities. The final descent is on the "wild boar trail", towards the Chalmazel ski resort.

Playing soccer several meters above the ground: the idea may seem absurd. However, it is possible at Alti'Fil. Because here, visitors can move up to 7.50 meters high on trawl and catamaran nets. In other words, no need for a harness to move. Moreover, this is not the only activity you can do, perched among the trees. With a surface area of 1,300 m², this acrobatic park also has a volleyball court, a trampoline and a labyrinth. Note that each time, several layers of safety nets are present. In short, everything is done to spend a pleasant moment with family or friends.