Activities

Are you a thrill-seeker? Do you love to get out and about and can’t spend your holiday doing nothing? No problem, here in Saint-Etienne there’s plenty to do, from hiking and biking to aerial sports, water sports and even climbing and via ferrata! We promise you won’t get bored! To make it easier for you to choose the activity of your dreams, we’ve decided to give you a brief overview of the range on offer. Let’s get started!

Hiking :

Hiking! What a pleasure! Enjoying landscapes, flora and fauna in a privileged way, smelling the scent of the forest, the softness of a mountain breeze, the leaves crunching under your feet, contemplating a new place… All these sensations can be found on a hiking trip. That feeling of escape and well-being, but also of satisfaction when you reach the end of the path and say to yourself “I’ve done it”. It’s a different way to challenge yourself physically and mentally. Saint-Etienne offers you the chance to get out and about, while discovering some splendid places, with these 60 different walking routes throughout the metropolis. Nature, heritage, urban… it’s up to you to make your choice and set off on your adventure! To discover these trails, simply select the “Hiking” category in the filters below.

Cycling

Are you a bike fan? If you’re a fan of two wheels, we’ve got something for you, so don’t worry! With our partners, professionals and above all enthusiasts, come and (re)discover the magnificent landscapes of Saint-Etienne and its surrounding area. What would you say if we told you that it was possible to take a tour to discover the flora and fauna, as well as the culture, of the Parc Régional du Pilat? Yes, it’s perfectly feasible! And many other routes are also available! All you have to do is search in the category Get active to discover all our outdoor sports activities. And we’re sure you’ll find what you’re looking for! And if you want to discover new sensations, there’s also the option of scootering! And yes, today it’s even possible to scooter in the forest – intriguing, isn’t it? Give it a try!

Swimming

Extremely hot? Want to take a dip right away, but don’t know where to go? No problem, here in Saint-Etienne we’ve got plenty of little water paradises to cool you off! If you’re more of a natural swimmer, we’d like to invite you to Saint-Victor with its sandy beach… And yes, Saint-Etienne has beaches too! (With a view over the Loire) Or you can head for Lorette and its natural swimming pool. Or simply take a look at the list of municipal swimming pools available in Saint-Etienne.

Just don’t forget your sunglasses, your book and your towel if you want to relax. Or your ball, snorkel and mask if you want to spend all day in the water. Whatever your intentions, these are the places to be.

Aerial sports

Looking for extreme sensations? A new experience? You’ve come to the right place! Our partner Pilatgryos offers gyrocopter baptisms! What’s that, you might ask? A gyrocopter is a hybrid aircraft that’s cut from a helicopter, with the advantage of being stable and offering a panoramic view during the flight!

So if you’d like to experience a dream moment, flying over the landscapes of Saint-Etienne, in particular over the Loire Gorges, Pilat or even the Rhône! Go to Pilatgryos! The flight takes place at an altitude of between 150 and 300 m, and you can choose between 30 minutes or 1 hour of discovery! Don’t hesitate and enjoy a magical experience!

Via ferrata / Climbing

More than just a sport, climbing is considered an art form, the perfect combination of agility and concentration, you know what we mean? So if you’re looking to burn off some energy, climbing is undoubtedly one of the best options. Gymnastics for the mind and body, climbing is an intense but all-round sport! An activity that can also be practised outdoors, when it becomes a whole new sport!Grand routes can sometimes exceed 100 meters!Guaranteed thrills and a unique experience!So if you’re interested in indoor or outdoor climbing, take a look at our partners!They’ll be delighted to show you the routes available in Saint-Etienne. Yes, there’s something for everyone here.

Training

If you feel the need to get out and about, without really knowing what you want to do… No problem, we’ve got the solution for you!Take a closer look at our “Stage” category.
Here you’ll find all our discovery courses, with a wide variety of themes. You’ll find survival courses for a guaranteed thrill, motorcycle courses for a new discovery, painting workshops to awaken your creativity… and much more besides! A mix of tastes, to help you find your unusual activity in Saint-Etienne!

In short, we could go on and on, but we think you’ll find that here in Saint-Etienne, there’s always something to surprise you. Between thrills, unusual experiences and new discoveries, we hope and we’re sure you’ll find something to entertain you, but above all, something to spend your energy on! Don’t hesitate to go to our “Spend your energy” section for a list of sporting activities in Saint-Etienne and the surrounding area.

We’ve got something SUPER IMPORTANT to pass on to you. We’ve put together a great site for you and your stay in Saint-Etienne: ….
Stéphanois Hors Cadre!It’s a Web App that you can consult once you’re there, online and without downloading.All it needs is your geolocation, your desires and a clever algorithm to suggest all the good deals currently available in the city.An example to illustrate these slightly vague remarks?You’d like to take part in an activity lasting 1 hour 45 minutes, and it takes you 15 minutes to get there, for a total of 2 hours, but the establishment closes at 5 p.m., which means that the Web App will no longer display this activity from 3 p.m. onwards. Did we lose you? Or are you okay?You know what the important thing to remember is that you won’t have to worry about what to do, where and when.The site takes care of everything and offers you all the possibilities according to your desires.

If you’re a sports fan who loves to let off steam, you’ll want to take a look at the “Get active” section. From water sports in the Gorges de la Loire region, to the superb hiking available in the Saint-Etienne area, or even the discovery courses … there’s plenty to keep you busy! As you can see, if you want to spend some energy, we invite you to take a look at this theme.

+ You also have the option of “Whisper a secret”, which lets you share your feelings about an establishment/activity/event… A way for other users to find out what you think.