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The Roc de Courlande across the summer pastures
6.60 mi
+1,716 ft
-1,742 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
This circular route takes you to the Roc de Courlande, on the edge of the Chastreix-Sancy Nature Reserve. A sharp peak topped by a cross, offering a unique panoramic view of Chastreix, the Cantal mountains and even the Limousin mountains. Best done at the end of the day to enjoy the colours of the setting sun!
The Essarts Waterfall and the Bois de la Masse from Mont
6.20 mi
+781 ft
-781 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A very pleasant loop, shaded for much of the way, which allows you to discover the Essarts waterfall, the magnificent Bois de la Masse forest in the Chastreix-Sancy Nature Reserve, and beautiful views of the southern slopes of the Sancy.
The Puy de Sancy and the Cirque de la Fontaine Salée from Mont
11.82 mi
+2,792 ft
-2,762 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A very varied route, with ridges, forest, a spring and, above all, exceptional views! A wild route with people at the summit of Puy de Sancy but no one else anywhere else.Dogs are not allowed on this hike (even on a lead), located in the Chastreix-Sancy Nature Reserve (they are only allowed on a lead on the GR®30).
The Cirque de la Fontaine Salée as seen from the hamlet of Les Bories, drystone shelters
6.90 mi
+866 ft
-853 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A pleasant and varied walk in terms of scenery, partly in the shade and with magnificent views all along the way over the southern slopes of the Sancy Massif and the Cantal Massif further to the south. Minimal elevation gain. Best undertaken on a clear day.