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Plomb du Cantal from the Col de Prat-de-Bouc
Visorando Member
4.88 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,535 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Albepierre-Bredons (Cantal)
The highest peak in Europe's largest volcanic complex, the Plomb du Cantal (1,855 m) offers unobstructed views of the Monts-Dore (Puy-de-Sancy) to the north and the Cézallier and Aubrac plateaus to the south.
The sources of the Jordanne
2.80 mi
+538 ft
-518 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
A beautiful, not too difficult walk with magnificent scenery. Ideal for discovering the landscapes of the Cantal.
Tour of the Puy Mary - GR400
11.14 mi
+3,278 ft
-2,251 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A beautiful three-day hike, sleeping in a bivouac, with interesting variations in altitude.
Le Puy Mary from the Col de Serre
6.02 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,654 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lavigerie (Cantal)
Climb to the summit of the famous Puy Mary from the south-east, via a very pleasant trail, leaving your car quite far away to avoid the crowds of visitors who gather at the Pas de Peyrol. Some hikers may find this hike a little difficult, see reviews.
Le Puy de Peyre Arse
5.42 mi
+1,903 ft
-1,886 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A long walk along the ridges allows you to enjoy the view of the Puy du Cantal, the Puy de Sancy and the Plomb du Cantal. Pass through the Brèche de Roland and return to the Cirque d'Eylac with the marmots.
Puy Mary from the Pas de Peyrol
1.56 mi
+741 ft
-745 ft
1h 20
Moderate
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
The circuit offers magnificent panoramic views of twelve valleys from the summit.
Puy Mary, a veritable pyramid when seen from the sky, rises to 1,783 metres. In the heart of the Cantalien Massif, it is surrounded by exceptional landscapes formed by volcanic activity and glacial erosion, representing the largest volcano in Europe (2,700 km²).
The Cabrespine crossing
9.91 mi
+2,871 ft
-2,858 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
A day's walk in magnificent surroundings, using theGR® trails in the area. We are within sight of Puy Chavaroche and Puy Mary.
The Orthodox Monastery of La Traverse
6.79 mi
+892 ft
-922 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montgreleix (Cantal)
A pleasant loop around the pretty village of Montgreleix, ending at the Orthodox Monastery of the Mother of God Znaménié (open to visitors at certain times) at La Traverse. No technical difficulties and a wide variety of landscapes (pastures typical of the Cézallier region and burons, valleys and small woods, streams and waterfalls, etc.). You may even return with a Saint-Nectaire cheese in your bag...
The waterfalls from Albepierre-Bredons
5.68 mi
+981 ft
-988 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Albepierre-Bredons (Cantal)
This route invites you to discover the pretty village of Albepierre-Bredons and explore the Pays de Murat national forest, which is home to many remarkable trees. In the cool woods, the Prés Long, Vergnes and Prapsou waterfalls are the main attractions of this shaded route.
Route not accessible from December to April due to snow.
Le Plomb du Cantal from Super Lioran
6.26 mi
+2,251 ft
-2,238 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
Visit this peak overlooking Super Lioran, avoiding climbing (or descending) the ski slopes. This route via theGR®4is remarkable.
Attention hikers: the IGN map shows theGR®4on the Alpins ski slope, but theGR® is now further east on a very pleasant path. To avoid this, follow the route described below.
Puy Griou from Les Chazes
4.31 mi
+1,818 ft
-1,818 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
The summit of Puy Griou has a characteristic cone shape and can be seen from afar. Located in the heart of the Cantalian volcano, it offers a superb panorama. The proposed route, which is fairly short, has the advantage of avoiding the Super Lioran ski resort facilities.
Tour of the lakes between Cantal and Puy de Dôme
6.01 mi
+472 ft
-486 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Trémouille (Cantal)
A lovely walk that partly follows theGR®®30along a wooded path with little elevation gain. Beautiful views over the various lakes – Crégut, Tact, Laspialade and Taurons – and towards the Monts du Sancy.
La Roche Percée
3.79 mi
+968 ft
-971 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
A short hike but with a steep climb through the woods, the Roche Percée site is well worth a visit.
Along the Etze and Bertrande rivers
5.52 mi
+1,237 ft
-1,234 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Illide (Cantal)
A lovely, easy hike through bucolic countryside, along and above the water, almost entirely shaded by tall trees. Beautiful views. Swimming possible. Near Saint-Illide, Arnac and Pleaux.
Puy Violent and Croix des Vachers
4.13 mi
+1,109 ft
-1,106 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Paul-de-Salers (Cantal)
This easy walk will take you to the summit of Puy Violent, where you can admire a superb 360° view of the Aurillac plain and Puy Mary.
Above the Croix des Vachers, an orientation table will tell you the name of each peak.
Rocher du Bec de l'Aigle, Téton de Vénus and Puy Bataillouse loop
5.46 mi
+2,208 ft
-2,195 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
An extraordinary ridge route allowing you to visit three peaks and enjoy a splendid panoramic view of the entire Cantalian puys for much of the route.
The Émilie trail from the Col de Néronne
4.22 mi
+545 ft
-558 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Paul-de-Salers (Cantal)
A superb hike along a ridge with views of the Cantal mountains.
Niervèze and Chaos de Casteltinet
4.20 mi
+974 ft
-945 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Thiézac (Cantal)
A walk in the mountains among cows and typical Cantal landscapes. Niervèze, a lively mountain village, and the geological curiosity of Chaos de Casteltinet and its impressive Lion's Gate are on the programme. Yellow markings.
The Bois Mary and the Puy de la Tourte
7.61 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,660 ft
4h 55
Difficult
Departure from Le Claux (Cantal)
Cross the beautiful high-altitude beech forest in the Bois Mary, then follow the path along the ridge of the Monts du Cantal. This hike alternates between shade in the first half and sunshine and magnificent views in the second half.
Saut de la Truite and the waterfalls of the Livernade stream
3.48 mi
+1,063 ft
-1,073 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Brezons (Cantal)
Waterfalls, undergrowth, stream, at the bottom of the magnificent Brezons valley.
Forests and pastures, magnificent Cantal landscapes; old stone burons, summer pastures, view of the Plomb du Cantal peaks.
Three options: easy (40 mins), medium (1 hr 30 mins), complete (3 hrs 30 mins).
Well-designed facilities to make the most of the beauty of the site without spoiling it.
Puy Griou loop from the Col de Font de Cère
4.19 mi
+1,362 ft
-1,358 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
A short route to a legendary summit, offering beautiful panoramic views of the Puy mountains in the Cantal region.
Le Puy Gros and the Sources du Goul
7.29 mi
+968 ft
-968 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Clément (Cantal) (Cantal)
A beautiful walk along the Cantalian ridges. Open landscapes and magnificent views. To be done in good weather.
The Saut de la Saule
3.84 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Vebret (Cantal)
A short, easy, shaded circular walk from Cheyssac (in the commune of Vebret in Cantal) to the Saut de la Saule, a steep-sided gorge on the Rhue.
The Rhue is a tributary of the Dordogne that separates Cantal and Corrèze (and therefore Auvergne from Limousin) near Bort-Les-Orgues.
Loop around Plomb du Cantal
8.85 mi
+3,061 ft
-3,061 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Albepierre-Bredons (Cantal)
Its height of 1855 metres make Plomb du Cantal the second highest peak in the Massif Central after the Puy de Sancy.
Starting from the Col de Prat de Bouc, this hike initially leads to the summit ascent and descent on the northern slope, followed by a climb up the slopes of the Puy du Rocher before returning to Prat de Bouc.
"Mountains" route in Pailherols
6.26 mi
+846 ft
-863 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pailherols (Cantal)
The Montagnes are isolated burons (shepherd's huts) on the Carladès summer pastures. This easy walk offers views of the typical landscapes of this Auvergne high plateau.
The Girgols Plateau
3.09 mi
+371 ft
-351 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Girgols (Cantal)
A magnificent tour on the plateau where the village of Girgols is located. A short stretch of tarmac road at the beginning, then paths and fields.
From the hamlet of La Bastide, you are in a wild, solitary and magnificent world.
Le Puy Griou via Bec d'Aigle and Téton de Vénus
8.56 mi
+2,707 ft
-2,677 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
Fond d'Alagnon will be the starting point for your hike. Follow the ridge towards Puy Griou, passing by Bec de l'Aigle and Téton de Vénus. Along the way, you will enjoy numerous views of Plomb Cantal, Puy Mary, Peyre Arse and many other peaks.
The Salins Waterfall
1.76 mi
+308 ft
-305 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Salins (Cantal)
A very pleasant short walk to discover the Salins waterfall, the Monzola stream and the village of Salins, mostly in the shade of the undergrowth. There are many points of interest along the route to keep children interested (waterfall, rope bridge, river, etc.).
The path is fully marked in blue. A huge thank you to the Communauté de Communes du Pays de Mauriac for developing and maintaining this walk.
Jordanne Valley from the Col du Pertus
8.29 mi
+1,594 ft
-1,594 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
From the Col du Pertus, discover the village of Mandailles and the hamlets of Larmandie and Liadouze on the banks of the Jordanne. On both the outward and return journeys, gaps in the forest offer beautiful views of the valley, the Chavaroche and Puy Mary massifs, as well as the Gliziou and Puy Griou.
Update 2025: see practical information
Roc de Carbonade and Croix des Goutals
6.52 mi
+748 ft
-735 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Urcize (Cantal)
A hike mainly through forest, offering access to two superb viewpoints over the vast Aubrac plateau.
Sources de la Jordanne, Col de Cabre, Brèche de Rolland
8.21 mi
+1,909 ft
-1,909 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
Round trip above Mandailles, in the vast cirque of Fours de Peyre-Arse and the sources of the Jordanne. Not to be missed: both green and mountainous; magnificent landscapes, moderate difficulty.
Climb under the trees, then through the meadows, then walk along an easy ridge path. 360° views in the foreground of the entire Auvergne volcano chain. No difficulty on the route. Marked but regular ascents/descents and a short climb to pass the Brèche de Rolland.
La Chastelle loop in Saint-Urcize
8.33 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Urcize (Cantal)
Come and discover the magnificent Aubrac plateau from Saint-Urcize, classified as a "petite cité de caractère" (small town of character), with its granite houses and beautiful Romanesque church. You're sure to enjoy this varied hike: you'll walk high up in the summer pastures, then descend to the paths of the Saint-Urcize forest and finish by following the Hère river, which will reveal its waterfalls.Avoid this hike in very hot weather!
Faillitoux Waterfall
2.68 mi
+597 ft
-574 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Thiézac (Cantal)
This route takes you to one of the prettiest waterfalls in the Cantal. The Faillitoux waterfall, with a drop of around 40 metres, flows over a lava flow with basalt columns at the foot of the waterfall. The pretty hamlet of Lasmolineries, with its renovated bread oven, is also worth a visit.
The Catou trail
3.88 mi
+344 ft
-348 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Vigean (Cantal)
A beautiful hike, lovingly mapped out in the heart of the Cantal between the castles of Chambres and Mazerolles.
The Sentier de Belles Vues (Trail of Beautiful Views) from Omps
4.71 mi
+440 ft
-459 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Omps (Cantal)
Starting from the small village of Omps in the Cantal chestnut groves, this walk between plateaus and valleys offers beautiful views of the Monts du Cantal, with visits to hamlets with remarkable buildings.
The Valadour Footbridge in Chaliers
6.19 mi
+1,007 ft
-981 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Loubaresse (Cantal) (Cantal)
Starting from Loubaresse, near an exit from the A75 motorway, this route follows the GR® de Pays circular Boucle de la Truyère and a variant that "turns" around the Truyère river to the village of Chaliers, which is well worth taking the time to explore. The route takes small local roads on both the left and right banks of this river with its wild gorges, crossing it twice via footbridges at Valadour and Terran.
The actual duration of the route is 4 hours and 40 minutes (GPS watch data), including a short stop in Chaliers.
Élancèze from the Col du Pertus
2.09 mi
+860 ft
-860 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
This is a fairly easy short hike to a beautiful promontory offering a panoramic view of the main Monts du Cantal and the Jordanne and Cère valleys.
Puy Griou from Col du Pertus
6.56 mi
+1,686 ft
-1,686 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
An easy, shaded approach to this iconic peak in the Monts du Cantal, with its perfect cone shape and superb views. However, the final climb is quite technical and challenging.
The Roman de Jordanne
9.53 mi
+2,185 ft
-2,192 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Velzic (Cantal)
An interesting low-altitude hike above and in the Jordanne valley. Enjoy beautiful green landscapes typical of the Cantal region. Pass through pretty little hamlets with old buildings. Peaceful and natural.
Puy de l'Usclade from Col du Pertus
4.23 mi
+886 ft
-886 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
Puy de l'Usclade is little known, but offers a beautiful view of Puy Griou and the other surrounding peaks. The first part of the walk, up to Col de Gliziou, is easy and shaded, and fairly busy, while the second part is less frequented and ends with a steeper section.
The historical heritage of Neussargues en Pinatelle
9.06 mi
+1,056 ft
-1,033 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Chalinargues (Cantal)
Discover the history of this part of the Cézalier through the archaeological and historical remains that dot this route. Prehistoric rock shelters, tumuli, Merovingian sarcophagi, medieval forest trails, 12th-century churches, a monumental 15th-century cross, a communal oven, a wash house and beautiful old houses.
The Impradine Valley
3.50 mi
+453 ft
-469 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Lavigerie (Cantal)
Walk along the Impradine, from pastures to villages rich in beautiful old houses. Like us, you may encounter a herd of horses, deer and a fox.
The Rock of Laqueuille
5.24 mi
+876 ft
-889 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Dienne (Cantal)
The summit of Rocher de Laqueuille is covered with magnificent moorland, ideal for a picnic. To get there, you will pass close to the pretty Château de la Cheyrelle. On your return, don't miss a visit to the beautiful village of Dienne, which has a remarkable 12th-century church with a bell tower and some very beautiful old houses.
Le Chaumeil from Saint-Cirgues-de-Jordanne
5.10 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,348 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cirgues-de-Jordanne (Cantal)
A lovely walk through isolated valleys, typical of the Cantalian mid-mountains. Beautiful trees, beautiful landscapes, peace and greenery. A marked walk with no particular difficulty, if you enjoy paths and hills.
The Church of Bredons
4.75 mi
+938 ft
-935 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Murat (Cantal) (Cantal)
Walk in the hills above Murat. Beautiful views over the Alagnon and Benet valleys. Beautiful old houses in the village of Bredons and the remarkable site of Bredons Church, an 11th-century Cluniac site.
A picnic on the Prés Marty
10.82 mi
+1,860 ft
-1,860 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Albepierre-Bredons (Cantal)
Les Prés Marty are summer pastures on the slopes of Plomb du Cantal, where beautiful Salers cows graze on lush grass. On the way there, discover three beautiful waterfalls, and on the way back, a renovated buron (shepherd's hut), an oratory and a fourth waterfall. In season, dessert will be provided by the many wild raspberry bushes that line the path.
The Mercou Woods
6.79 mi
+558 ft
-574 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Paulhac (Cantal)
Circuit no. 1 in the guidebook of walking, horse riding and mountain biking routes in the commune of Paulhac.
Puy Courny and ridges: mountains in the city
6.05 mi
+728 ft
-705 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Aurillac (Cantal)
Short urban walk along the Jordanne, then into the Cantal mountains, a stone's throw from the centre of Aurillac. Beautiful views of Aurillac and the Chaîne des Puys.
There are herds of livestock and electric fences. Dogs are not allowed.
Lac de Sauvages
3.47 mi
+308 ft
-312 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Dienne (Cantal)
A family walk offering beautiful views of the Limon Plateau on the other side of the Santoire Valley.
Saint-Santin, at the crossroads of three departments
6.00 mi
+659 ft
-659 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Santin-de-Maurs (Cantal)
A small, peaceful village with a hill called Garenne as its promontory, ideal for exploring the surrounding countryside, Saint-Santin is a village shared between Cantal and Aveyron (two schools, two town halls and two churches). The Lot department is also very close by. The proposed route offers an easy and pleasant hike which, in spring or summer, can serve as a botanical and photographic tour.
More walks in Cantal
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- Saint-Constant
- Saint-Étienne-Cantalès
- Saint-Étienne-de-Chomeil
- Saint-Flour
- Saint-Gérons
- Saint-Illide
- Saint-Jacques-des-Blats
- Saint-Just (Cantal)
- Saint-Martin-Cantalès
- Saint-Martin-Valmeroux
- Saint-Paul-de-Salers
- Saint-Projet-de-Salers
- Saint-Santin-de-Maurs
- Saint-Urcize
- Salers
- Salins
- Thiézac
- Trémouille
- Trizac
- Valuéjols
- Vebret
- Velzic
- Vic-sur-Cère