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Col du Font de Cère (1290m) walks
Puy Griou loop from the Col de Font de Cère
Visorando Member
4.19 mi
+1,362 ft
-1,358 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
A short route to a legendary summit, offering beautiful panoramic views of the Puy mountains in the Cantal region.
Col de Font de Cère - La Brèche de Rolland - Puy Mary - Puy de Peyre Arse
10.14 mi
+3,068 ft
-3,071 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
This beautiful route, starting from the Col de Font de Cère, crosses the pastures of the Cantal, passing successively through the Col de Rombière and the Puy de Peyre Arse, ending at the Puy Mary, the second highest peak in the Cantal, via the iconic Brèche de Rolland, a slightly technical passage.
Those who are prone to vertigo should take care on this section.
Throughout this hike, the 360° panoramic views allow you to admire the beautiful mountainous countryside of the Monts du Cantal.
The Téton de Vénus above Le Lioran
4.92 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,798 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
The tour of the Font d'Alagnon cirque, passing by two peaks, is the programme for this walk above the small resort of Le Lioran, which offers beautiful panoramic views of the Cantal volcanic massif.
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.
Puy de Griou - Puy de Bataillouse - Téton de Vénus
7.91 mi
+2,451 ft
-2,470 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
This beautiful route, starting from the Col de Font de Cère, crosses the pastures of the Cantal and passes successively through the Puy de Griou, the Puy de Bataillouse and, finally, the Téton de Vénus.Throughout this hike, the 360° panoramic views allow you to observe the beautiful mountainous countryside of the Monts du Cantal.
Puy Griou via Meijes Costes above Le Lioran
5.88 mi
+1,722 ft
-1,729 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
A short walk above the Font d’Alagnon valley, in the family-friendly resort of Lioran-Laveissière. Beautiful views on either side of the Col de Rombière, and the more adventurous can climb Puy Griou.
At the end of summer, you can even pick a few blueberries on the sunny slopes.
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.
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.