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Gagne Valley
Visorando Member
9.98 mi
+1,270 ft
-1,270 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
La Gagne is a pretty river that rises from the confluence of three streams of the same name, upstream from Chastreix. This circular route crosses them several times. Added to this route is a first return trip to the Cascade des Essarts, then a second to the Montagne du Mont, at the foot of the Sancy.
Essarts Waterfall
2.82 mi
+361 ft
-354 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A pleasant, peaceful and easy route to discover a waterfall, with a picnic area and, on the way back, a view of a deer farm.
The bread oven and the Auvergne cross at Chastreix
2.20 mi
+476 ft
-492 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A small mountain village, Chastreix and its 12th-century Saint-Bonnet church, listed as a historic monument.
The association Chemins et patrimoine aux pays des Toupis works to promote the local heritage and hiking trails.
The Puy de Sancy and the Cirque de la Fontaine Salée from Mont
Tourism professional11.82 mi
+2,792 ft
-2,762 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A very varied route, with ridges, forest, a spring and, above all, exceptional views! A wild route with people at the summit of Puy de Sancy but no one else anywhere else.Dogs are not allowed on this hike (even on a lead), located in the Chastreix-Sancy Nature Reserve (they are only allowed on a lead on the GR®30).
The Essarts Waterfall and the Bois de la Masse from Mont
6.20 mi
+781 ft
-781 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A very pleasant loop, shaded for much of the way, which allows you to discover the Essarts waterfall, the magnificent Bois de la Masse forest in the Chastreix-Sancy Nature Reserve, and beautiful views of the southern slopes of the Sancy.
Discover the small built heritage around Chastreix
3.58 mi
+364 ft
-367 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A route to discover an exceptional heritage: a Gallic bridge, a shepherd's hut, then you will enter the legend of the Devil's Step. (Information boards are installed with information!) You will also discover a waterfall and, along the way, old drinking troughs that evoke the history of agriculture in the past.
The Cirque de la Fontaine Salée as seen from the hamlet of Les Bories, drystone shelters
6.90 mi
+866 ft
-853 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A pleasant and varied walk in terms of scenery, partly in the shade and with magnificent views all along the way over the southern slopes of the Sancy Massif and the Cantal Massif further to the south. Minimal elevation gain. Best undertaken on a clear day.
The Roc de Courlande across the summer pastures
6.60 mi
+1,716 ft
-1,742 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
This circular route takes you to the Roc de Courlande, on the edge of the Chastreix-Sancy Nature Reserve. A sharp peak topped by a cross, offering a unique panoramic view of Chastreix, the Cantal mountains and even the Limousin mountains. Best done at the end of the day to enjoy the colours of the setting sun!
Gour des Chevaux Waterfall
0.18 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
0h 05
Easy
Departure from La Tour-d'Auvergne (Puy-de-Dôme)
Very pretty waterfall on the Burande stream, just south of La Tour-d'Auvergne. Another beautiful waterfall nearby, see the "Things to see" section.
The Cirque de la Fontaine Salée
4.90 mi
+489 ft
-486 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
A trail with informative signs (August 2024) allowing you to discover the Fontaine Salée glacial valley, with views of the south face of Puy de Sancy and Cézallier.
The Puy de Sancy from the west via Chastreix
9.52 mi
+2,474 ft
-2,434 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Chastreix (Puy-de-Dôme)
The western slope of Puy de Sancy, in the heart of the Chastreix-Sancy Nature Reserve (dogs not allowed).
A natural heritage site of great quality where many natural environments are well preserved. The exceptional flora and remarkable fauna thrive on an exceptional geology. The landscapes are magnificent.
Chareire - Mont-Dore Station
8.61 mi
+2,526 ft
-2,129 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Picherande (Puy-de-Dôme)
From Chareire, you will begin the ascent of Puy de Sancy (alt. 1,883 m), the highest point of the Massif Central, passing via the Col du Couhay and the Cabane, before descending towards the Mont-Dore resort via the Val de Courre.
Vallées de la Fontaine Salée, de la Trentaine and de Chareire
9.62 mi
+1,722 ft
-1,703 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Picherande (Puy-de-Dôme)
On the southern flank of Puy de Sancy, the route climbs up the Fontaine Salée watershed and continues to ascend, passing through mountain pastures criss-crossed by streams at the foot of the Gros and Paillaret peaks, before descending into the Ruisseau de Chareire valley. Superb views to the south and west.
La Fontaine Salée
12.68 mi
+1,982 ft
-1,965 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Picherande (Puy-de-Dôme)
A day's walk from Picherande allows you to discover the impressive glacial cove of Fontaine Salée, whose pastoral activity is now protected by a nature reserve.
Lac Chauvet from Picherande
9.56 mi
+968 ft
-981 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Picherande (Puy-de-Dôme)
A beautiful hike in the heights of Cézallier. The route follows a stream, crosses footbridges, beech woods and pastures to discover the Cascade de la Barthe waterfall and Lac Chauvet lake. Note that there is a picnic area at (8).
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