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3.65 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Ambert (Puy-de-Dôme)
A discovery walk through the birthplace of Emmanuel Chabrier, which still has a few half-timbered houses in its historic centre and some beautiful residences along its avenues. Green spaces are not forgotten, with a visit to the Jardin Chabrier, a short walk along the Ruisseau de Valeyre, and an encounter with the Dore.
Balade à partir de Bertignat
6.38 mi
+863 ft
-863 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bertignat (Puy-de-Dôme)
Circular starting from the village of Bertignat. Along the way, you will see the Virgin of Puybayou and then a beautiful view of the commune of La Chapelle-Agnon.
Lac des Pradeaux via The Shepherd's Hut at La Fayolle
7.34 mi
+551 ft
-531 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Grandrif (Puy-de-Dôme)
This is a beautiful hike that is accessible due to its low elevation gain. You will set off to explore the Livradois-Forez plateaus on passable paths with plenty of shaded sections.
Col des Pradeaux – Col des Supeyres
6.88 mi
+1,020 ft
-440 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Grandrif (Puy-de-Dôme)
This is stage 1 of a mini-trek that can be completed in two days, linking two iconic passes in the Forez region. From the Col des Pradeaux, you’ll make your way to the Col des Supeyres. During this walk, you’ll be able to admire the Pradeaux Dam, the Hautes Chaumes and the iconic shepherd's huts.
Between forests and high stubble fields in the Forez region.
10.90 mi
+1,398 ft
-1,378 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Valcivières (Puy-de-Dôme)
Day hike with little elevation gain in the Monts du Forez and the wild Hautes Chaumes.
It is advisable to climb to the summit of Montiallier for the view.
This can be done in winter with snowshoes and even cross-country skis.
Great spot for snowkiting at the Col des Supeyres.
Col des Supeyres to Col du Béal
8.78 mi
+1,178 ft
-1,099 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Valcivières (Puy-de-Dôme)
Spend two days discovering one of the most beautiful destinations in “France à cheval”.
On the plateaus and the summit of Pierre-sur-Haute
11.62 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,129 ft
7 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Valcivières (Puy-de-Dôme)
A long and extensive snowshoe walk (on foot or on cross-country skis) across the vast plateaus and valleys to the west of Pierre-sur-Haute, followed by an ascent to the summit to take in the view.
In the Livradois hills in Saint-Just
5.94 mi
+1,194 ft
-1,207 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Just (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike full of ups and downs, over hills and through valleys, alongside the Tonvic, Baffie and Cros streams.
The medieval bridge of Masselèbre
2.01 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Marsac-en-Livradois (Puy-de-Dôme)
In the days of courtly love,A bridge embraced the beloved Dore with its arches.But the carefree beauty abandoned her bed.The inconsolable, built of heavy stones,frozen in the green grass, reaches out to the liberated beauty,To the lively and joyful waters, shimmering,So close and yet so inaccessible.
Around Prabouré
8.47 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,145 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Anthème (Puy-de-Dôme)
An easy hike around the Prabouré ski resort.
Le Puy du Sapt from Fournols
5.79 mi
+538 ft
-541 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Fournols (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike in the tall forests of Haut-Livradois, the ideal habitat for Tengmalm's owls and black woodpeckers. The paths marked with crosses around the priory of Fournols offer views of the Forestier ponds, the Croix des Knolls and the Colombière.
From Beurières to Montravel
12.07 mi
+1,742 ft
-1,742 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Beurières (Puy-de-Dôme)
It offers a magnificent view over the Dore Valley from the Montravel site on the eastern slope of the Forez.
The Chestnut Circular in Marat
4.91 mi
+636 ft
-636 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Marat (Puy-de-Dôme)
Chestnut walking trail in Marat.
High pastures, Pierre sur Haute and Colleigne from the shepherd's hut at Jasserie Garnier
9.38 mi
+1,217 ft
-1,214 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-le-Courreau (Loire)
A magnificent walk, classic in the Monts du Forez, offering a change of scenery on the high pastures at altitude, but with fairly gentle gradients.
Tour du Teilhet
4.14 mi
+853 ft
-827 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Marat (Puy-de-Dôme)
If you’re on holiday in Marat, here’s a short route for a walk or a horse ride starting from La Ramie.
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.
Col du Béal – Col des Supeyres
10.70 mi
+1,503 ft
-1,591 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-la-Bourlhonne (Puy-de-Dôme)
Stage 2: the most beautiful stage of the route. Spectacular, with heathland stretching as far as the eye can see, a boundless 360° view where stunted pines bend under the “burle”. Photos, scents – set aside the whole day.
GR®3route, partly well signposted.
From the Col du Béal to Pierre sur Haute
10.32 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,696 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-la-Bourlhonne (Puy-de-Dôme)
On snowshoes or on foot, from the Col du Béal to the summit of Pierre-sur-Haute through the forest. Return via the ridges, still on theGR®3or a variant thereof.
From the Col du Béal to the Col des Supeyres
17.18 mi
+1,936 ft
-2,024 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-la-Bourlhonne (Puy-de-Dôme)
Over two days, discover one of the most beautiful destinations in “France à Cheval”.
Circular route across the Hautes Chaumes from the Col du Béal
8.71 mi
+1,506 ft
-1,516 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Chalmazel (Loire)
A circular walk starting from the Col du Béal. The route takes you via Peyre Mayou, the Refuge de la Roche, the Rochers de la Chapelle, Pierre sur Haute and then the burons de la Richarde. The return route is via the Rocher de la Chaize.
Pierre sur Haute via the Molinvé shepherd's huts
11.37 mi
+1,736 ft
-1,736 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Chalmazel (Loire)
“Here, more than anywhere else, one perceives the notion of infinity, and the concept of solitude takes on a new dimension.” This is how the famous geneticist Axel Kahn expressed his feelings during his journey through the Monts du Forez.
Pierre sur Haute via the Molinvé shepherd's huts
11.37 mi
+1,736 ft
-1,736 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Chalmazel (Loire)
Here, more than anywhere else, one gets a real sense of infinity, and the concept of solitude takes on a whole new dimension. This is how the renowned geneticist Axel Kahn described his experience during his journey through the Monts du Forez.
Between Dore and Dolore
7.29 mi
+689 ft
-676 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Arlanc (Puy-de-Dôme)
Heading upstream along the River Dolore, you’ll reach a viewpoint overlooking the Forez Mountains and the town of Arlanc.
Olliergues – La Renaudie
Association / Club / Walk leader11.84 mi
+2,933 ft
-1,230 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Olliergues (Puy-de-Dôme)
Starting from Olliergues town hall, we head uphill along the cobbled path. Most of this third stage follows the white and green-marked ‘Tour de Pays’ trail as far as Le Brugeron. From Le Brugeron, head towards Le Grun de Batailler, passing the Begue mill (waterfall). Cross Le Clef. At La Croix de Sainte-Agathe, take a small road, pass through the hamlet of Rochefolle to reach the village of La Renaudie, where you’ll find the communal lodge.
Chorsin waterfall and tall grass
6.35 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,053 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sauvain (Loire)
A magnificent and fairly easy circuit. Shaded in its first section, it allows you to discover the beautiful Chorsin waterfall and then reaches the plateau of tall grasses before quickly returning to its starting point. The circuit is well signposted with information panels.
The Chorsin Waterfall
5.46 mi
+860 ft
-843 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-le-Courreau (Loire)
This is an easy hike that we did with children aged 7 and 10. Maximum duration: 2 hours.
Circular of Garnier shepherd's huts starting from Courreau
10.40 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,611 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Bonnet-le-Courreau (Loire)
A beautiful walk to the high pastures, passing by the shepherd's hut de Garnier and the beautiful Chorsin waterfall.
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!
Le Creux de l’Oulette and the Montpeloux rock formations
8.18 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,237 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saillant (Puy-de-Dôme)
This circular walk takes in two sites not to be missed if you’re in the area: the Creux de l’Oulette and its waterfall, and the Volcan de Montpeloux, a former basalt quarry converted into an open-air geological museum. Towards the end of the walk, the route follows a lovely path along the River Ance.
Walk in Viverols
0.57 mi
+108 ft
-115 ft
0h 20
Easy
Departure from Viverols (Puy-de-Dôme)
A mini-hike to discover a pretty village and the remains of its castle, beautiful houses and pretty street signs.
Walk around Viverols and its ruined fortress
5.50 mi
+666 ft
-656 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Viverols (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk, perhaps with the family, to discover the remains of the Viverols fortress and, in April, to marvel at the meadows covered with daffodils.
Dore Valley: Saint-Just Chapel and Meymont Bridge
7.38 mi
+1,063 ft
-1,083 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Tours-sur-Meymont (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike in the heart of nature to discover a place steeped in history in the Dore river valley, on the borders of the Pays de Courpière, Cunlhat and Olliergues, in the heart of the Livradois-Forez Regional Nature Park.
Part of the route follows "the old path", the ancient medieval road that linked Meymont to Cunlhat via Tours Sur Meymont through Alligier, Les Gouttes, etc.
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