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Puy-de-Dôme walks
La Banne d’Ordanche
Visorando Member
8.06 mi
+1,509 ft
-1,483 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Orcival (Puy-de-Dôme)
A route through the Auvergne mountain pastures, on a peak overlooking the spa town of La Bourboule.
The Puy de Sancy via the Courre Valley
4.15 mi
+1,864 ft
-1,860 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
A very beautiful hike in a conservation area.
Le Puy Pariou from the Goules car park
3.78 mi
+712 ft
-696 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Orcines (Puy-de-Dôme)
An easy walk that takes you up Puy Pariou. A very pleasant forest at the start and end of the route, with stunning views of the Puy de Dôme on the way back.
⚠️ (3) It is forbidden to descend into the volcano or to walk all the way round it.
Tour of the Chaudefour valley, via the ridges
9.31 mi
+2,641 ft
-2,641 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Chambon-sur-Lac (Puy-de-Dôme)
Easy walk around the Chaudefour valley.
The Chiloza falls
2.98 mi
+522 ft
-522 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise (Puy-de-Dôme)
A wander among the underbrush along the Couze Pavin, from bank to bank, flowing in cascades.
Grand Tour of Lac Pavin
4.85 mi
+771 ft
-751 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise (Puy-de-Dôme)
A Grand Tour of the beautiful and mysterious Lac Pavin, passing by the Puy de Montchal and the Creux de Soucy chasm.
Puy de Lassolas and Puy de la Vache
2.68 mi
+889 ft
-886 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Genès-Champanelle (Puy-de-Dôme)
A short hike to climb two volcanoes with their typical open craters to delight amateur geologists and curious hikers. A beautiful view from the top of the Puy de Lassolas on over the Chaîne des Puys to the north and Monts Dore to the south.
From Lake Pavin to Lake Montcineyre
7.71 mi
+771 ft
-745 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise (Puy-de-Dôme)
An interesting hike due to its diversity: peat bogs, volcanic lakes, chasms and, depending on the season, a few orchids between (6) and (7).
Puy de Sancy via the Chaudefour valley
10.11 mi
+3,140 ft
-3,143 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Chambon-sur-Lac (Puy-de-Dôme)
The very secluded and beautiful Chaudefour Valley is a designated nature reserve, enclosed by the steep slopes of a glacial cirque. Jagged peaks, spires and Puys: all serve as defences for a valley that remains unspoilt and well-preserved.
⚠️ This hike passes through the Chastreix-Sancy and/or Chaudefour Valley nature reserves, where regulations must be strictly observed (see ‘Practical Information’ section)
⚠️ 22/07/2026: the GPX track around Puy Ferrand and Puy de Chamgourdeix has been slightly modified to follow the current signposting on the ground.
A circuit around Puy de Sancy
8.36 mi
+3,297 ft
-3,294 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
A trip to highest point of the Massif Central.
In the heart of the Puys in the Volcanoes Regional Nature Park
8.38 mi
+1,483 ft
-1,480 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Orcines (Puy-de-Dôme)
A magnificent hike, without any great difficulty, which will take you through the Parc des Volcans north of the Puy de Dôme. You will discover the Sarcoui and its cave, the Puy des Goules, the Puy de Côme, the Cliersou and its caves, the Petit and Grand Knolls, and the grandiose Puy Pariou.
At the top of each puy, you can enjoy 360° views of the Chaîne des Puys, the Puy de Dôme, the Limagne plain and Clermont-Ferrand.
Le Capucin - Les Puys de Cliergue and Redon - Val de Courre
7.17 mi
+2,175 ft
-2,201 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
This hike will take you to the heights of the Massif du Sancy where, on a clear day, you will have a 360° view of the Chaîne des Puys, the Banne d'Ordanche, the Sancy, the Monts du Cantal, the Mont-Dore resort and Chastreix.
This route crosses the Chastreix-Sancy and/or Chaudefour Valley nature reserves. Dogs are not allowed, even on a leash, except on theGR® 30 marked trails. Mountain biking, picking and camping are prohibited. Please stay on the marked trails.
The Puy de Sancy loop via Capucin and the Grande Cascade
9.99 mi
+3,471 ft
-3,474 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
This circuit will take you from Mont-Dore to discover the Puy de Sancy (the highest peak in the Massif Central) and its ridges.
Lac Chambon - Murol
7.32 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,020 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chambon-sur-Lac (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circuit that forms a figure of 8 around Lac Chambon, with panoramic views of the lake and the Sancy range, the Valley of Chaudefour and a section through Murol via its castle.
Adventitious massif around Mont-Dore
10.39 mi
+3,212 ft
-3,238 ft
7h 35
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
A beautiful hike that takes you to three stunning waterfalls and magnificent panoramic views of the Sancy massif and, further afield, the Chaîne des Puys.
Puy-de-Dôme passing through the col de Ceyssat
3.39 mi
+1,286 ft
-1,257 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Orcines (Puy-de-Dôme)
Just above Clermont-Ferrand, the inescapable climb to Puy-de-Dôme through the col de Ceyssat is a short but intense hike with an astonishing view over Clermont-Ferrand, the chaîne des Puys, paragliders and Millevaches.
Caution, it's a very popular walk so be sure to do it during week days for a bit of peace and quiet.
On the trail of the Druids
3.23 mi
+709 ft
-722 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Fayet-le-Château (Puy-de-Dôme)
Nature walk between meadows, forest, streams and ancient mills, a site rich in history. Pass through amazing places that are linked to druidic rituals and gatherings.
From Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise to Lac Pavin
7.38 mi
+958 ft
-968 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise (Puy-de-Dôme)
Starting from the Le Clos hotel in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise, this loop takes you around Lac Pavin using the discovery trail and theGR®30.
The Valley of the Saints (fairy chimney trail)
3.03 mi
+394 ft
-394 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Boudes (Puy-de-Dôme)
Boudes, its vineyards and the Vallée des Saints, known as the Colorado of Lembron.
Montbert Forest and Chauvet Lake
4.45 mi
+354 ft
-361 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Picherande (Puy-de-Dôme)
An easy family hike with beautiful views of the Monts Dore (Sancy Massif), the Cantal and, of course, Lake Chauvet.
The Puy de Sancy from the west via Chastreix
9.52 mi
+2,474 ft
-2,434 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
The western slope of Puy de Sancy, in the heart of the Chastreix-Sancy Nature Reserve (dogs not allowed).
A natural heritage site of great quality where many natural environments are well preserved. The exceptional flora and remarkable fauna thrive on an exceptional geology. The landscapes are magnificent.
Grand tour of La Godivelle
9.22 mi
+1,086 ft
-1,089 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Godivelle (Puy-de-Dôme)
Mainly along paths and tracks, this walk around the pretty hamlet of La Godivelle takes in the characteristic landscapes of the Cézallier: pastures stretching as far as the eye can see, the gentle contours of the ‘mountains’, peat bogs, lakes and a few woods. On the way back, the route passes by Lake Saint-Alyre and the Sagnes de la Godivelle peatland reserve.
Round the base of Pariou and half-way round Puy de Dôme
8.66 mi
+1,785 ft
-1,775 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Orcines (Puy-de-Dôme)
A classic in the Chaîne des Puys to admire Puy de Dôme and Le Puy de Pariou, amongst others.
The stonemason's hut - between basalt and granite
6.52 mi
+919 ft
-919 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Babel (Puy-de-Dôme)
A superb walk between the old volcanoes of the Comté region to the crystalline base cut by the Saint-Yvoine horst, with exceptional panoramic views.
The Jean de la Nuit trail
3.54 mi
+627 ft
-633 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Égliseneuve-près-Billom (Puy-de-Dôme)
Walk in the footsteps of Jean de la Nuit!
An extraordinary character once lived in this valley, and his legend still lives on in people's memories. Join him on a journey to discover the valley's former activities, heritage, fauna and flora, which you can enjoy during the walk.
The Puy de Dôme via the Chemin des Chèvres
4.86 mi
+1,368 ft
-1,368 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Orcines (Puy-de-Dôme)
The view is as lovely as ever at the top of this legendary route. A longer climb, but more enjoyable and varied than the ascent via the Sentier des Muletiers.
The Puy de l'Angle via the ridges south of the Col de la Croix Morand
4.74 mi
+1,673 ft
-1,670 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chambon-sur-Lac (Puy-de-Dôme)
For anyone from Auvergne, the Col de la Croix Morand is inextricably linked to Jean-Louis Murat, who sang about it better than anyone else (and who was also the only one to do so!). Starting from the pass and heading south, you walk along the ridges and cross a few puys in a magnificent setting of wide open spaces and panoramic views of the volcanic Auvergne, witha"deep feeling" of freedom.
Puy Gros
8.24 mi
+2,008 ft
-2,034 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
A very pleasant short hike for beginners with breathtaking views of the Sancy and the Chaîne des Puys.
Description and route updated by moderator on 13 May 2024.
Direct access to the Grande Cascade
2.18 mi
+837 ft
-823 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
The beginning, with the steps, is a little difficult, but the rest is really calm in the middle of nature, surrounded by magnificent gigantic trees, not forgetting that there are the sounds of the city to remind us that we're close to it. Further on, we see the city below in a bowl, and the sounds of nature have completely taken over, making it relaxing.
The Standing Stones
6.72 mi
+692 ft
-663 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Cournols (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike on a volcanic plateau with views of the Chaîne des Puys, a world of stones and pastures; a few isolated villages, cows and a glimpse of the civilisation of the Arverni (Gauls of Auvergne) through standing stones and dolmens.
A magnificent walk in all seasons.
Puy de Sancy from the Super-Besse cable cars
2.75 mi
+692 ft
-689 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chambon-sur-Lac (Puy-de-Dôme)
Relatively easy access to the summit of the Massif Central, which offers spectacular views. Please note that to reach the starting point of this circuit, you will need to take the Super-Besse cable cars, which are subject to a charge.
The megaliths of the Sailles Plateau
7.52 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,276 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
North of Saint-Nectaire, the Plateau de Sailles offers beautiful views of Murol and the Couze Chambon valley. You will discover an ancient troglodyte settlement and some of the megaliths that dot the area around the village, known for its beautiful Romanesque church and cheese.
The Gorges de l'Artière
4.34 mi
+866 ft
-873 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ceyrat (Puy-de-Dôme)
An easy walk on the outskirts of Clermont-Ferrand in a cool valley.
Tour of Lake Aydat
3.55 mi
+269 ft
-246 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Aydat (Puy-de-Dôme)
A charming walk around the lake with beautiful views of the lake and surrounding hills and modern buildings that blend in perfectly with the setting.
Puy de Chambourguet
1.82 mi
+469 ft
-469 ft
1h 15
Moderate
Departure from Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise (Puy-de-Dôme)
A little-known peak in the Massif du Sancy, the Puy de Chambourguet offers a panoramic view of the Super-Besse resort, the Sancy, the Domes, the Pavin, Bourdouze and Chauvet lakes, the entire Massif Cantalien, the Monts du Cézallier and even more if the weather is clear.
The Rajat Caves and the Cirque du Marais
7.57 mi
+1,440 ft
-1,414 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
On the heights of Murol and Lac Chambon, discover the Rajat caves, Murol Castle, the Cirque and the Dent du Marais, as well as the villages of Chautignat and Beaune-le-Froid.
From Trézioux to Neuville
4.48 mi
+463 ft
-476 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Trézioux (Puy-de-Dôme)
Walk in the Livradois plains, around "Trézioux - Neuville". During this walk, you can enjoy views of Mauzun Castle, the Monts du Forez and, finally, the Chaîne des Puys.
The Chaudefour Valley
6.66 mi
+889 ft
-902 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Victor-la-Rivière (Puy-de-Dôme)
Explore the Chaudefour Valley, situated within the Nature Reserve of the same name.
⚠️ This route is only accessible when there is sufficient snow cover. Between points 2 and 6, it crosses private land where there are herds of livestock and barbed-wire fences. When there is no snow, access to this section is prohibited. Please respect this restriction.
The Fossat valley and Pierre-sur-Haute from the Col du Béal
10.13 mi
+1,785 ft
-1,781 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-la-Bourlhonne (Puy-de-Dôme)
A beautiful circular walk starting from the Fossat valley.
Puy de Dôme from the North face
7.81 mi
+1,834 ft
-1,834 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Orcines (Puy-de-Dôme)
A very accessible ascent of the Puy de Dôme, despite the elevation gain. After the beautiful 'Chemins de la Roche Pertuisade and des Gravouses', which winds through pastures and woods at the foot of the puy, climb the Chemin des Chèvre, then the old road now used by the cog railway. Descent to the South via the Chemin des Muletiers, then back via the Chemin des Gouris.
La Narse de Beaunit
5.09 mi
+276 ft
-266 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Charbonnières-les-Varennes (Puy-de-Dôme)
A very pleasant walk in the oldest part of the Chaîne des Puys. The hamlet of Beaunit is nestled in the hollow of a volcanic maar that was occupied by a lake several hundred thousand years ago.
The Lac de Servières from the Lac de Guéry
9.53 mi
+1,683 ft
-1,683 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Orcival (Puy-de-Dôme)
The Lac de Guéry, of volcanic origin, is the starting point for this hike. At 1244 m, it is the highest lake in Auvergne. Along the way, you'll follow the ridge to the Lac de Servières.
⚠️Please note that the route of the GR® 30 has been modified since 2022, and several sections have been changed and no longer correspond with the IGN maps.
The volcanic crater of Montpeloux
4.68 mi
+554 ft
-541 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saillant (Puy-de-Dôme)
A beautiful trail with, halfway through the hike, the discovery of the Montpeloux volcanic crater and its many informative panels (geology, history of the volcano, fauna, flora, etc.), an undeniable bonus for curious children!
Sans-Souci Valley and Écureuil Waterfall
3.29 mi
+505 ft
-505 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Châtel-Guyon (Puy-de-Dôme)
One of the favourite walks for locals, along a beautiful stream, through the woods, very close to the spa centre.
The Montfaucon Rock
5.44 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,086 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Jumeaux (Puy-de-Dôme)
A loop on the first hills of Livradois, to the knoll of La Grive and then to the Montfaucon rock, which overlooks the mining basin and offers a beautiful view of Nonette, Ysson, Montcelet, the Sancy massif and the Cézallier.
From the caves of Perrier to Pardines, or the history of the village of Les Roches
4.38 mi
+617 ft
-614 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Perrier (Puy-de-Dôme)
The hiking trail climbs up to the village of Les Roches, a prehistoric site currently undergoing restoration, then leads to Pardines via the plateau before descending through a beautiful acacia forest. Here you can see the outcrop of ancient lacustrine sediments, known as Lahres.
On the Arkose Trails
5.12 mi
+548 ft
-551 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Montpeyroux (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
This walk on the plateau allows you to walk on paving stones from the old Montpeyroux quarry, visit this magnificent wine-growing village and discover the banks of the Allier in the undergrowth.
The Essarts Waterfall and the Bois de la Masse from Mont
Tourism professional
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 lakes of Montcineyre, Bourdouze and Estivadoux from Lac Pavin
11.70 mi
+1,814 ft
-1,804 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise (Puy-de-Dôme)
This hike takes you to four volcanic lakes: Lac Pavin, which is 92 metres deep and 700 to 800 metres in diameter; Lac de Montcineyre, formerly owned by the Michelin family; Lac de Bourdouze, which is partially covered by peat bog; and finally Lac de l'Estivadoux, which is almost completely dry.
The Royadères walk
5.30 mi
+925 ft
-909 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Royat (Puy-de-Dôme)
It is very rare not to encounter walkers on this beautiful granite promontory overlooking Royat and Chamalières. The Royadères and Chamaliérois enjoy walking here in all seasons. This circular route takes you along a forest discovery trail, the beautiful Chemin des Crêtes and part of the Roman road that linked Lyon to Saintes. In the last part of the hike, the beautiful forest paths were transformed into wide tracks at the end of 2022 and tree debris litters the banks. Some of the landmarks mentioned in the description are therefore missing.
More walks in Puy-de-Dôme
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- Aigueperse
- Ambert
- Anzat-le-Luguet
- Ardes
- Arlanc
- Aubière
- Aulhat-Saint-Privat
- Aurières
- Auzelles
- Ayat-sur-Sioule
- Aydat
- Bansat
- Beaumont (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Beauregard-Vendon
- Bertignat
- Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise
- Beurières
- Billom
- Blot-l'Église
- Boudes
- Brassac-les-Mines
- Ceyrat
- Ceyssat
- Chabreloche
- Chadeleuf
- Chamalières
- Chambon-sur-Lac
- Champeix
- Chanonat
- Chapdes-Beaufort
- Charbonnières-les-Varennes
- Charbonnières-les-Vieilles
- Chastreix
- Châteaugay
- Châteauneuf-les-Bains
- Châtel-Guyon
- Châteldon
- Clermont-Ferrand
- Combronde
- Corent
- Coudes
- Cournols
- Courpière
- Culhat
- Dallet
- Égliseneuve-d'Entraigues
- Égliseneuve-près-Billom
- Enval
- Fayet-le-Château
- Flat
- Fournols
- Grandrif
- Herment
- Issoire
- Jumeaux
- La Bourboule
- La Cellette (Puy-de-Dôme)
- La Chapelle-Marcousse
- La Chapelle-sur-Usson
- La Godivelle
- La Renaudie
- La Sauvetat (Puy-de-Dôme)
- La Tour-d'Auvergne
- Lamontgie
- Landogne
- Le Breuil-sur-Couze
- Le Brugeron
- Le Cendre
- Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite
- Les Ancizes-Comps
- Ludesse
- Madriat
- Manzat
- Marat
- Mareugheol
- Marsac-en-Livradois
- Mauzun
- Mazaye
- Menat
- Mezel (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Mirefleurs
- Miremont (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Mont-Dore
- Montaigut-le-Blanc (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Montel-de-Gelat
- Montfermy
- Montpeyroux (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Murat-le-Quaire
- Murol
- Nébouzat
- Neschers
- Neuf-Église
- Nonette
- Olby
- Olliergues
- Olloix
- Orbeil
- Orcet
- Orcines
- Orcival
- Palladuc
- Parent
- Parentignat
- Pas de l'Âne (1810 m)
- Perpezat
- Perrier
- Picherande
- Pignols
- Plauzat
- Pont-du-Château
- Pontaumur
- Pontgibaud
- Puy de Cliergu
- Puy Redon
- Queuille
- Rentières
- Riom
- Rochefort-Montagne
- Romagnat
- Royat
- Saillant
- Saint-Alyre-ès-Montagne
- Saint-Amant-Tallende
- Saint-Anthème
- Saint-Babel
- Saint-Bonnet-près-Orcival
- Saint-Cirgues-sur-Couze
- Saint-Diéry
- Saint-Éloy-les-Mines
- Saint-Floret
- Saint-Genès-Champanelle
- Saint-Genès-Champespe
- Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne
- Saint-Hilaire-la-Croix
- Saint-Jacques-d'Ambur
- Saint-Julien-de-Coppel
- Saint-Just (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Saint-Maurice (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Saint-Nectaire
- Saint-Ours
- Saint-Pierre-Colamine
- Saint-Pierre-la-Bourlhonne
- Saint-Pierre-le-Chastel
- Saint-Priest-des-Champs
- Saint-Rémy-de-Blot
- Saint-Rémy-de-Chargnat
- Saint-Sandoux
- Saint-Saturnin (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Saint-Sauves-d'Auvergne
- Saint-Sylvestre-Pragoulin
- Saint-Victor-la-Rivière
- Saint-Vincent (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Saint-Yvoine
- Sainte-Christine (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Sallèdes
- Saulzet-le-Froid
- Sauret-Besserve
- Sauxillanges
- Sayat
- Solignat
- Tallende
- Thiers
- Tours-sur-Meymont
- Trézioux
- Valcivières
- Vergheas
- Vernines
- Veyre-Monton
- Vic-le-Comte
- Vichel
- Villeneuve (Puy-de-Dôme)
- Viverols
- Vodable
- Volvic
- Yronde-et-Buron