Bort-les-Orgues walks

A magnificent stage with enchanted forests, rocky outcrops and landscapes reminiscent of Watteau.A real spectacle.

A hike, mainly in the forest, on the heights of Bort-les-Orgues, passing by a few viewpoints and at the foot of the rock formations.

Walk to the Croix Bastide with views of the Orgues and the town. From the Croix Bastide, there is a beautiful view of the valley and the Orgues de Bort-les-Orgues. The descent is via a very small shaded road (reserved for local residents).

Short circular to discover Bort-les-Orgues from the top of the organ pipes (cliffs) that gave this charming little town its name. Moderator's warning: Please note! A notice dated 7 September 2020 indicates that the section between (5) and (6) is closed.

A pleasant route overlooking Lake Bort-les-Orgues, leading from La Siauve beach to Val Castle. The short distance of the route makes it possible to consider a circular route.

A very short round trip walk offering a beautiful view of the Dordogne upstream from the Bort-les Orgues dam and Château de Val.

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.

Circular route in the countryside north of Antignac, through fields and woods, to discover a pretty château and the Gorges de la Rhue.

A short circular route offering superb views over the Sumène valley.

A long circular route passing through several hamlets and villages, through the Violon valley and the Belvédère de Chastel.GPS or Visorando app useful on certain sections.

A short walk for a beautiful view of the Dordogne gorges, at the confluence with the Diège.

A short stage with breathtaking views, the beautiful village of Liginiac and a swim in Lake Triouzoune to finish.

A short circular route, mostly through the woods, with two return trips: the first to reach the banks of the Dordogne, which here is a lake just upstream from the Bort-les-Orgues dam, and the second to discover the Site de la Vie, a pretty viewpoint with an orientation table.

Circular route, with some open views, passing through a pleasant forest.

Set off to explore this trail, which will take you to the Roc Grand viewpoint via the Saut de Juillac and a view of the Monts du Cantal. You can also discover one of the most beautiful views of the Gorges de la Dordogne, with almost 180° visibility. If you're lucky, you may see a bird of prey flying over the gorges.

A short walk to discover a beautiful site upstream from the Bort-les-Orgues dam.

Pleasant, shaded circular route offering beautiful views of the village and lake, punctuated by carved stone sculptures.

A circular route passing by the summit of Puy de Menoyre, which was once a viewpoint... and also the site of an old quarry.

The route starts in the village of Confolent-Port-Dieu, where the River Dordogne enters the Corrèze.A lovely start to the walk: you’ll follow the reservoir of the Bort-les-Orgues dam along a route that’s already full of stunning views.

Suitable for all, this walk starting from Trizac invites you to enjoy a peaceful exploration of the vast landscapes of the Haut Cantal. The route crosses meadows and paths through unspoilt countryside, accompanied by the song of larks, with magnificent views of the Knoll de Rond, the Chaîne des Puys and the Puy de Sancy. A rejuvenating walk to enjoy the peace and quiet, the fresh air and the beauty of the volcanic landscapes.

Set off to explore the Planèze de Trizac, a wild landscape where volcanoes, mountain pastures and traditions shape unique scenery. Throughout the hike, nature here tells a true mountain story. Amidst the high-altitude meadows, the majestic yellow gentian appears, the emblem of the Auvergne mountains. With its tall stems and vibrant flowers, it colours the pastures and evokes the ancestral expertise linked to the famous gentian liqueur. A highlight of the route, the knoll of Rond offers an exceptional panorama of the peaks of the volcanic range and the Sancy massif. This iconic volcanic landscape overlooks the mountain pastures where herds graze in summer, harmoniously blending nature, history and mountain traditions.

Starting from Trizac, this hike through the Planèze offers a magnificent immersion in the heart of the Cantal’s wide open spaces. The trails cross vast high-altitude meadows dotted with traditional burons (the Grand Cayrou), in a peaceful and authentic atmosphere. Throughout the route, the views are exceptional: a vista of the knoll of Rond, the Auvergne volcanic range and, in the distance, the majestic Puy de Sancy. Amidst wild nature, shifting light and endless horizons, this walk invites you to fully enjoy the beauty of the Auvergne mountains. But this mountain trail is also linked to one of the area’s best-known legends: that of the White Queen. According to popular tradition, a mysterious lady dressed in white is said to appear from time to time on the heights, in the mountain mists or on nights when the moon is full.

The Montagnoune (little mountain) walk invites you to discover the authentic landscapes around Trizac, with paths crossed by streams, peaceful meadows and typical Haut Cantal farmhouses. Along the route, panoramic views open up onto the knoll of Suc, the majestic Chaîne des Puys and the Puy de Sancy, offering an immersion in unspoilt nature and vast volcanic landscapes.

In Trizac, this walk invites you to discover a remarkable religious heritage amidst the landscapes of the Auvergne Volcanoes. Between the Romanesque church of Saint-Beauzire and the mountain chapels of Lieuchy and La Chassagne, the route traces the spiritual and rural history of Haute-Auvergne. It is a trail combining nature, architecture and local traditions, in an authentic and peaceful setting.

A double circular route through the countryside, starting from Riom-ès-Montagne, to discover a pond, a dolmen and basalt columns. See Practical Information for a shorter and less tarmac route (12.7 km).

A beautiful walk from the centre of Riom-ès-Montagne, allowing you to discover the Étang de Majonenc. This route alternates between roads and paths, the latter of which are in both moorland and forest, making it a very pleasant route that is largely shaded and offers a variety of landscapes.