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Brassac-les-Mines walks
Between the mining basin and farmland in Livradois
Visorando Member
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 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 ‘Gueules Noires’ to the ‘Bateliers’
5.93 mi
+436 ft
-413 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Brassac-les-Mines (Puy-de-Dôme)
This varied walk illustrates the link between coal mining and its transport on the ‘sapinières’ (timber-tracked wagons) that travelled as far as Paris.
Watermills and dovecotes in Auzon
4.18 mi
+719 ft
-702 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Auzon (Haute-Loire)
A walk that allows you to discover the mills and dovecotes near Auzon, admire the forests of holm oaks and conifers, and experience the transition between the landscapes of the Cé Valley and those of the mining basin!
The Val d’Allier in Auzon
4.77 mi
+591 ft
-571 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Auzon (Haute-Loire)
A walk to discover Auzon’s industrial past and its present-day agricultural and forestry resources.
Plum Picking around Auzon
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.
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 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.
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).
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.
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.
Saint-Gervazy Circular
5.88 mi
+771 ft
-771 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Vichel (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk around Montcelet, through woods and pastures, with views of the Puys de Dôme, the Puy de Nonette and the hills and pastures of the Lembron.
The Ruisseau du Bois Noir
8.63 mi
+1,450 ft
-1,476 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Azérat (Haute-Loire) (Haute-Loire)
A very beautiful walk starting above the village of Azérat and leading to Saint-Hilaire via the valley of the Ruisseau du Bois Noir. Most of the route runs through woodland, with a stunning view of the Sancy massif from Saint-Hilaire.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Around the Puy du Joux
4.35 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Le Breuil-sur-Couze (Puy-de-Dôme)
A Sunday stroll to explore the village of Le Breuil-sur-Couze in the first part of the walk, followed by a walk through the surrounding countryside, with views of the volcanic peaks of Nonette and Usson, in the second part.
GPS recommended
Lorlanges, paths and castles
Association / Club / Walk leader6.20 mi
+545 ft
-571 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Lorlanges (Haute-Loire)
A lovely walk along good paths, offering a close-up view of the castles of Védrines and Vernassal, and a distant view of Léotoing Castle.
This is a variation on the “castles walk” (Respirando No. 497 and Visorando No. 1363868), which takes you closer to Védrines Castle and offers an extended view of Léotoing Castle at the start of the route.
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.
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.
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.
