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5.73 mi
+935 ft
-909 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Auzon (Haute-Loire)
On this walk, you will discover both the landscapes of the volcanic mountains of western Auvergne and the small hamlets that bring life to these somewhat deserted areas.
Between the mining basin and farmland in Livradois
4.27 mi
+558 ft
-558 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Vézézoux (Haute-Loire)
This walk is a transition between the flat landscapes of the former mining basin and the forest landscapes of Livradois.
It was from the woods of these forests that sapinières (single-use wooden boats) transported coal, wine and hemp to Paris.
The forgotten mineral waters of Clémensat
6.77 mi
+866 ft
-853 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Azérat (Haute-Loire) (Haute-Loire)
A walk through woodland, vineyards, farmland and orchards in the plains and mountains of Livradois.
From Vergongheon to the Allier via Rilhac
6.09 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Vergongheon (Haute-Loire)
Vergongheon is situated on a plateau overlooking the Allier valley. This is why fortified houses, topped with towers, were built in the villages of Rilhac and Lubières, enabling the monitoring of traffic in the valley. The remains of these structures can be seen in Rilhac and Lubières.
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.
Circular route on the right bank of the Allier river starting from Allevier.
3.96 mi
+331 ft
-351 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Azérat (Haute-Loire) (Haute-Loire)
Starting from Allevier, the route climbs through fields and villages, then enters the woods. Throughout the route, you will have a splendid view of the Sancy, Cézallier, Cantal and Margeride mountains.
The Lempdes Hills
5.22 mi
+584 ft
-574 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lempdes-sur-Allagnon (Haute-Loire)
Landscapes on the edge of the Lembron valley and at the start of the Allagnon Gorges, a landscape of plateaus and plains in the Limagne region, punctuated by the villages of Lempdes and Moriat.
Around La Chapelle-sur-Usson
3.46 mi
+551 ft
-574 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from La Chapelle-sur-Usson (Puy-de-Dôme)
A short walk through a peaceful, rural setting that provides the perfect backdrop to this village and its chapel.
Notre-Dame de Mailhat
5.29 mi
+453 ft
-423 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Lamontgie (Puy-de-Dôme)
A stroll through peaceful countryside, a succession of fields, vegetable gardens and orchards, with the Pic de Nonette as a backdrop, and a visit to the pretty villages of Orsonnette and Mailhat (featuring a listed 12th-century church).
Chambezon - Le Caure
4.37 mi
+909 ft
-909 ft
2h 50
Difficult
Departure from Chambezon (Haute-Loire)
A physically demanding route halfway down the descent into the valley, offering magnificent views of the Alagnon Valley and Léotoing Castle.
The castles in Lorlanges
6.01 mi
+568 ft
-597 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lorlanges (Haute-Loire)
A walk through farmland and forests, along a stream, with views of the châteaux of Védrines, Vernassal and Léotoing.
Ribeyre stream
5.76 mi
+837 ft
-846 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Bansat (Puy-de-Dôme)
This circular route follows the Ruisseau de la Ribeyre valley.
Most of the route is through woodland.
The best viewpoint is just before the access to the D24.
Left bank of the Allier and Limagne from Brioude to Cohade
6.70 mi
+39 ft
-36 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Brioude (Haute-Loire)
During this leisurely stroll, you’ll discover the banks of the Allier, the Limagne de Brioude plain and the village of Cohade.
Montcelet route
2.77 mi
+568 ft
-568 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Vichel (Puy-de-Dôme)
An easy, short walk through woods, farmland and pastures, ideal for families.
Climb the tower to enjoy a 360° panorama, with views of the Céréalier, the Livradois, and the peaks of Usson and Nonette.
As you climb the tower, you will discover the remains of the ancient fortress and the villages it protected.
The Champrivat Valley from the Champagnac-Le-Vieux lake
5.73 mi
+856 ft
-876 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Champagnac-le-Vieux (Haute-Loire)
This walk offers you the chance to discover several viewpoints over the Sancy and Cézallier massifs and the Allier Valley.
Walk in Brioude
0.82 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Brioude (Haute-Loire)
A discovery walk in Brioude, a small town in Auvergne boasting one of the most beautiful Romanesque churches in the region, the Basilica of Saint-Julien.
Circular route in the Val d'Allier from the medieval village of Nonette
6.15 mi
+820 ft
-843 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Nonette (Puy-de-Dôme)
The starting point for the hike, the village of Nonette is perched on a volcanic hill overlooking a circular bend in the Allier River. After climbing to the top of the ancient volcano to enjoy a 360° view of the Lembron and the Val d'Allier, this former dyke, on which Gallo-Roman remains have been discovered, will guide you along the route dotted with pretty villages rich in culture and history.
The Serre Cross
2.35 mi
+449 ft
-446 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Léotoing (Haute-Loire)
This route allows you to admire the village of Léotoing and the ruins of its castle, and to discover the Alagnon valley, the Cézaliers mountains and the castle of Torsiac.
The Vernassal Stream
5.96 mi
+554 ft
-561 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Léotoing (Haute-Loire)
This pleasant route, partly through woodland along the stream or across farmland, offers views of Torsiac Castle in the foreground and then Léotoing Castle.
In the background lies the Alagnon valley.
Forests, meadows and fields in Champagnac-le-Vieux
5.88 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,217 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Champagnac-le-Vieux (Haute-Loire)
Take a stroll through the southern part of the commune near the village of Le Boucharel, where woodland, fields and meadows alternate.
Relive the past through rustic ruins, old farming equipment and modern-day agriculture set in unspoilt countryside.
In summer, this route is shaded.
The Pic d'Usson
7.10 mi
+879 ft
-883 ft
4h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Chargnat (Puy-de-Dôme)
Take a stroll around and through the village of Usson. Climb to the top of the peak (639 m) for a 360° panoramic view of the Chaîne des Puys, the Sancy massif and the Livradois-Forez mountains.
A statue of the Virgin Mary dating from 1893 stands at the summit.
Vieille-Brioude Vineyard Museum
0.19 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
0h 05
Easy
Departure from Vieille-Brioude (Haute-Loire)
A short walk around the church of Vieille-Brioude, in an open-air eco-museum dedicated to vines and wine, in the form of a succession of small priests' gardens.
Via Bard and Letz
6.33 mi
+728 ft
-719 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Madriat (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk around the villages and hamlets near Boudes and its Valley of the Saints, the red clay fields and a saltwater spring known to the Romans!
The heights of Vieille-Brioude from Costes-Cirgues to Dintillat via Le Monteil
5.88 mi
+748 ft
-843 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vieille-Brioude (Haute-Loire)
The route follows a variety of paths and landscapes, offering superb panoramic views of the Auvergne mountains, including the Puy de Dôme and the Allier valley. The trails lead to pastures, woods and streams.
Along the Senouire: from Lavaudieu to Château de Domeyrat.
8.33 mi
+686 ft
-659 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Lavaudieu (Haute-Loire)
Along the Vallée de Dieu (Valley of God), the former name given to the Senouire valley, this walk combines the pleasure of walking with the discovery of the Haute Loire's heritage. It takes us from the village of Lavaudieu, one of the most beautiful villages in France, to the impressive towers of the medieval castle of Domeyrat.
From the banks of the Senouire in Lavaudieu to the red stones of the village of Buze
6.26 mi
+433 ft
-413 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lavaudieu (Haute-Loire)
Lavaudieu is one of the most beautiful villages in France.
This walk invites you to leave the village and stroll through the surrounding hills, passing through villages such as Buze, whose houses are built of red arkose.
From the banks of the Senouire to the Allier
11.81 mi
+1,270 ft
-1,270 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Lavaudieu (Haute-Loire)
Lavaudieu, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", will be the starting point for your hike.
During the first part of the hike, you can admire beautiful views of the Cézallier, the Massif du Sancy and the Puy de Dôme. During the second part, you will follow the Allier gorges on a balcony trail. During the last part, you can discover a magnificent chapel and pastoral meadows.
Frugières-le-Pin - Vals-le-Chastel circular via Aubagnat
6.07 mi
+961 ft
-981 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Frugières-le-Pin (Haute-Loire)
In good weather, this route offers superb panoramic views of the Auvergne mountains at Fiossat. From the coudert (communal land) at Le Pin, you will have a magnificent view of the Château de Domeyrat. A visit to Vals-le-Chastel is a must: castle, church and seigneurial chapel. At Frugières station, you can visit the Resistance Museum and, on the way back, don't miss the church in Frugières.
Circular through the hills above Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon via Cenat and Celhac.
6.82 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,240 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
The commune of Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon covers a large area of around 35 hectares and comprises around 30 villages and hamlets. During this route, you will discover some of them, all bearing witness to a rural past where agriculture was the main activity. You will discover a chapel, an old school and some splendid views.
Circular on the heights of Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon, Largnes, Tavernols
6.60 mi
+1,345 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
This route starts at the lowest point in the commune of Saint-Didier and leads to almost the highest point. You will discover a castle, a remarkable sequoia tree, the ruins of a mill and splendid views.
Discover Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon: water, forest, pastures
7.84 mi
+1,401 ft
-1,375 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
Discover Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon by following the course of the Doulon river, which once powered numerous mills. Pass through the undergrowth and villages where you will find chapels and wash houses.
Moissac Bas pond and bog
6.62 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
Following this route, you will pass successively through forest, fields and pastures. You will discover the volcanic activity of the village of Moissac Bas, its pond and its forming peat bog.
Between Brivadois and the Massiac region, starting from Lubihac.
6.86 mi
+692 ft
-709 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lubilhac (Haute-Loire)
The first slate-roofed houses, large pastures and isolated farms herald the end of the Brivadois forests and the beginning of the Cézallier summer pastures.
Senouire Valley from Domeyrat
4.15 mi
+177 ft
-177 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Domeyrat (Haute-Loire)
This route allows you to discover the Senouire valley between Domeyrat and Esbelin, a small "limagne" (flat area) framed by wooded slopes. The Senouire accompanies you with its murmurs all along the route, where you can sometimes hear it without seeing it. The majestic 12th-century feudal castle with its imposing ruins dominating the village is sure to impress, and the old Romanesque bridge completes the medieval feel of the village.
Chalet - Montgon
6.95 mi
+866 ft
-889 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Massiac (Cantal)
To the north-east of the Cantal volcano, Massiac lies in a small basin formed by the Alagnon and its two tributaries: the Alagnonette and the Arcueil. From the top of the Plateau de Chalet, a basalt plateau, one of many left by volcanic flows in the landscape, there is a beautiful view over the valley.
The Oudeyre hut
3.79 mi
+860 ft
-860 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Massiac (Cantal)
My favourite walk in Massiac. Starting from the centre of Massiac, this route allows you, after 400 m, to walk through countryside with no roads, no houses and no fences. On the ascent, it follows the old royal, then imperial, road from Paris to Perpignan as far as the Baraque d’Oudeyre, a ruined former coaching inn. On the descent, it returns along the ridge through heathland and woods of pine and oak trees.