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Bec de l'Aigle walks
Rocher du Bec de l'Aigle, Téton de Vénus and Puy Bataillouse loop
Visorando Member
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.
Téton de Vénus and Rocher du Bec de l'Aigle from Super-Lioran
5.48 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,837 ft
4h 05
Difficult
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
The Téton de Vénus is a small, easily accessible peak with excellent views. Its distinctive shape, resembling a woman’s breast, is visible from afar. It offers a 360° view of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Tour du Cantal
53.24 mi
+13,753 ft
-14,701 ft
7 days
Difficult
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
Tour of the Cantal in seven stages: Murat [Laveissiere] - Meije Costes - Le Falgoux - Le Fau - Mandailles - Le Lioran - Prat de Bouc - Murat [Laveissiere]
Very beautiful stages between the Cère, Jordanne and Alagnon valleys. Between the ridges offering unforgettable views (360° panoramas), the ascent of the puys adding a touch of "mountain" to the experience, the summer pastures dotted with flower-filled meadows and encounters with both the flora and fauna and the people who live in this corner of the Cantal and are happy to share their territory.
Laveissiere - Meije Coste
6.05 mi
+2,631 ft
-948 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
Stage 1 of our Tour du Cantal / GR®400
First "glitch" of the route from Murat. It turns out that the GR®400 route has been changed due to right of way issues (from what we understand). So, instead of climbing from Murat up to the ridges and following them to the Bec de l'Aigle rock, we had to descend to the village of Laveissière and climb back up from La Bourgeade. We decided to start from Laveissière.
Walks near Bec de l'Aigle
Meije Coste - Le Falgoux
10.72 mi
+1,998 ft
-3,737 ft
6h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
Stage 2 of our Tour du Cantal / GR®400. A long and challenging stage due to the heat in June. It might be better to split the stages differently. Some very beautiful sections, particularly the arrival on the ridge before Puy Mary, the area around Puy de la Tourte, etc. More difficult sections: the Brèche de Rolland, the Luchard plateau and the long descent to Falgoux. It should be noted that the ascent of Puy Mary is not compulsory.
From the Col de Cabre to Le Falgoux via Puy Mary
9.53 mi
+1,601 ft
-3,573 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
The third and final stage of my three-day tour of Puy Mary, featuring the ascent of Puy Mary
Le Lioran - Prat de Bouc
5.68 mi
+2,024 ft
-1,591 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
Stage 6 of our Tour du Cantal. A beautiful climb from the Lioran resort to the Plomb du Cantal, starting with a forest section, then a steep climb to reach the Puy du Rocher via the Aiguillon; cross over to reach the cable car station and a final (moderate) climb to the Plomb du Cantal.Panoramic views in all directions. Discover the landscapes of several valleys as you pass through. It's a feast for the eyes!
From Plomb du Cantal to Lioran via Puy du Rocher
4.08 mi
+404 ft
-2,205 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
Short hike along the ridges with breathtaking views of the Cantal mountains. You can reach the starting point by taking the cable car from Le Lioran or by following the same route in the opposite direction. After enjoying the view from the highest point in this beautiful department, you will reach the Pas des Alpins by following the GR®4/GR®400 marked trail. You will then climb up to the Puy du Rocher to enjoy another breathtaking view of the Plomb du Cantal and its surroundings. Then you will descend towards the Lioran resort on the ridges. The walk ends in the Lioran forest.Please note: after passing Puy du Rocher, two areas may seem a little difficult for some as they require descending the rock, but aids have been put in place.
Prat de Bouc–Lavessière
9.12 mi
+814 ft
-2,316 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Albepierre-Bredons (Cantal)
Stage 7 of our Tour du Cantal. This is the final stage of the Tour du Cantal, with another change to the GR®400 route: instead of returning to Murat, we head back to Laveissière (where we left our vehicle, see episode 1). Most of this stage is in the shade, but the descent brings the heat..
Mandailles - Le Lioran
7.79 mi
+2,274 ft
-1,273 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
Stage 5 of our Tour du Cantal / GR®400A forest stage (therefore shaded) with two potential climbs: the Puy de l'Usclade and the Puy Griou.
* Editor's note: we have also decided not to follow the original GR®400 route, which makes a long detour to the Col de Pertus, which we don't think is worth the effort. We will reach the Col de Gliziou via the PR® (orange and green markings) which climb up the Ruisseau du Luc valley.
From Dienne to Le Claus via the Chemin des Quiroux
8.09 mi
+1,857 ft
-1,736 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Dienne (Cantal)
A superb crossing of the Limon plateau along a beautifully marked path, the Sentier des Quirous.
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 Falgoux – Le Claux
8.28 mi
+2,333 ft
-1,729 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A very beautiful (and fairly short) stage, partly along the ridge with views of Puy Mary. A magnificent basalt plateau from Le Luchard onwards.
The route leads to the Puy Mary lodge, about 1.5 km beyond the village.
