★ 4Rating
QuietAtmosphere
The Camper’s take
Updated June 2026
Small hairpin parking lot serving Château de Valon visitors. Stunning panoramic views over the Truyère gorge and Saut du Chien waterfall. Very tight access with winding uphill road—unsuitable for vehicles over 7 m. No facilities. Tranquil setting ideal for short nature stays. Castle visits Tuesday and Sunday (until mid-August).
Highlights
- Spectacular views over the gorge and the castle
- Very calm and peaceful.
- Secondary parking with room to maneuver
Good to know
- Very difficult access: extremely tight hairpin bend
- Not suitable for long vehicles (over 7 m).
- Steep and narrow road with a significant parking incline
Motorhome access : Very difficult: very narrow and steep road leading to a very tight hairpin. Access via the first parking lot then mandatory U-turn. Complex maneuver. Only for small to medium vehicles (< 7 m). Can use chocks for the slope.
Best for
couplescalm/nature
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Is it a quiet place?
Yes, travellers describe it as a quiet spot.