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Le Puy du Sapt from Fournols
Visorando Member
5.79 mi
+538 ft
-541 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Fournols (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike in the tall forests of Haut-Livradois, the ideal habitat for Tengmalm's owls and black woodpeckers. The paths marked with crosses around the priory of Fournols offer views of the Forestier ponds, the Croix des Knolls and the Colombière.
In the Livradois hills in Auzelles
6.69 mi
+899 ft
-922 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Auzelles (Puy-de-Dôme)
Circular route passing through the Bois de la Frissonnette, then through meadows with unobstructed views, passing through the pretty hamlet of La Prulhière and running alongside the Miodet at the end of the route.
Discover Ambert
3.65 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Ambert (Puy-de-Dôme)
A discovery walk through the birthplace of Emmanuel Chabrier, which still has a few half-timbered houses in its historic centre and some beautiful residences along its avenues. Green spaces are not forgotten, with a visit to the Jardin Chabrier, a short walk along the Ruisseau de Valeyre, and an encounter with the Dore.
Balade à partir de Bertignat
6.38 mi
+863 ft
-863 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bertignat (Puy-de-Dôme)
Circular starting from the village of Bertignat. Along the way, you will see the Virgin of Puybayou and then a beautiful view of the commune of La Chapelle-Agnon.
The medieval bridge of Masselèbre
2.01 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Marsac-en-Livradois (Puy-de-Dôme)
In the days of courtly love,A bridge embraced the beloved Dore with its arches.But the carefree beauty abandoned her bed.The inconsolable, built of heavy stones,frozen in the green grass, reaches out to the liberated beauty,To the lively and joyful waters, shimmering,So close and yet so inaccessible.
Between Dore and Dolore
7.29 mi
+689 ft
-676 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Arlanc (Puy-de-Dôme)
Heading upstream along the River Dolore, you’ll reach a viewpoint overlooking the Forez Mountains and the town of Arlanc.
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.
In the Livradois hills in Saint-Just
5.94 mi
+1,194 ft
-1,207 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Just (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike full of ups and downs, over hills and through valleys, alongside the Tonvic, Baffie and Cros streams.
From Beurières to Montravel
12.07 mi
+1,742 ft
-1,742 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Beurières (Puy-de-Dôme)
It offers a magnificent view over the Dore Valley from the Montravel site on the eastern slope of the Forez.
Circular Cluniac route between Sauxillanges and Saint-Quentin-sur-Sauxillanges
Association / Club / Walk leader
2.61 mi
+518 ft
-518 ft
1h 40
Moderate
Departure from Sauxillanges (Puy-de-Dôme)
Come and admire two Cluniac sites: Sauxillanges with its museum, cloister, ramparts, etc., and Saint-Quentin-sur-Sauxillanges with its unusual church and its orientation table, from where you’ll have a beautiful view of Sauxillanges below, the plain and the Chaîne des Puys.
If the weather is fine, the view from this promontory is well worth the detour.
Our villages and their livestock farms, starting from Sauxillanges
7.87 mi
+505 ft
-509 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sauxillanges (Puy-de-Dôme)
On an easy route, marked in yellow after the cemetery, which can be tackled on foot, by running or by bike, come and discover the various farms and the countryside around Sauxillanges.
La Chassagne from Sauxillanges
3.45 mi
+531 ft
-528 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Sauxillanges (Puy-de-Dôme)
You will pass between the fountain and the Cluniac cloister. Approach the gate to admire it. You will go via the Quai des Coufferts with its canal, sundial and half-timbered house with basalt window surrounds. Then, enjoy magnificent views of Sauxillanges, the Chaîne des Puys, Saint-Quentin-sur-Sauxillanges (its castle and bell tower). On the way back, take the time to visit the waterfall built in 930, where you will walk along the leat of the monks and the wash house. A lovely outing.
The Sentier de Claire, from Sauxillanges to Usson
6.77 mi
+978 ft
-1,004 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sauxillanges (Puy-de-Dôme)
Why take the road from Sauxillanges to Usson and back again? Why not walk instead? Come and discover this wild trail that links a Cluniac site to the volcano in one of the most beautiful villages in France. And once in Usson, why not admire the 360° view from the top of the hill?
The Picondry Volcano from Sauxillanges
4.22 mi
+892 ft
-902 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sauxillanges (Puy-de-Dôme)
After passing between the fountain and the Cluniac cloister, you will discover the Quai des Coufferts, its leat and its half-timbered house. You will visit the interior of the Picondry Volcano (Petit Lemptégy). From there, you will have a panoramic view of the Chaîne des Puys and the plain. On the way back, you will enjoy beautiful landscapes and a view of Saint-Quentin-sur-Sauxillanges (its castle and bell tower). Then you will pass by the waterfall dating from 936, along the leat of the monks and a wash house.
The Champrivat Valley from the Champagnac-Le-Vieux lake
5.73 mi
+856 ft
-876 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Champagnac-le-Vieux (Haute-Loire)
This walk offers you the chance to discover several viewpoints over the Sancy and Cézallier massifs and the Allier Valley.
Circular of Étang de Lospeux
3.32 mi
+256 ft
-256 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Sauxillanges (Puy-de-Dôme)
Departure from the Étang de Lospeux pond, located 4 km north of Sauxillanges. It is a quiet place where you can picnic and fish in accordance with the regulations. You will see grey herons and white egrets. The route is easy (only one climb), sunny and suitable for families. You will admire beautiful landscapes. You won't be disappointed by this outing.
Circular route around Laval-sur-Doulon via Le Cros, La Chassagne and Le Vialard
4.54 mi
+935 ft
-938 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Laval-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
The trails on this route will take you on a journey of discovery through the villages on the outskirts of the market town of Laval-sur-Doulon. Most are permanently inhabited. The two mills at Diat and Le Vialard have ceased operations, but their ‘engine’, the River Doulon, still flows. The trails are often shaded, so you can hike here in summer.
The Cistrières forest and its isolated hamlets
4.68 mi
+315 ft
-325 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Cistrières (Haute-Loire)
This route crosses part of the forest in the municipality of Cistrières, starting from the village of Condat. The hamlets, which are now sparsely populated or uninhabited, were once lively, as evidenced by an old school in Condat and the houses of Béates au Faud and Les Montilles. But during mushroom season, you will encounter many mushroom pickers there.
Forests, meadows and fields in Champagnac-le-Vieux
5.88 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,217 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Champagnac-le-Vieux (Haute-Loire)
Take a stroll through the southern part of the commune near the village of Le Boucharel, where woodland, fields and meadows alternate.
Relive the past through rustic ruins, old farming equipment and modern-day agriculture set in unspoilt countryside.
In summer, this route is shaded.
Dore Valley: Saint-Just Chapel and Meymont Bridge
7.38 mi
+1,063 ft
-1,083 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Tours-sur-Meymont (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike in the heart of nature to discover a place steeped in history in the Dore river valley, on the borders of the Pays de Courpière, Cunlhat and Olliergues, in the heart of the Livradois-Forez Regional Nature Park.
Part of the route follows "the old path", the ancient medieval road that linked Meymont to Cunlhat via Tours Sur Meymont through Alligier, Les Gouttes, etc.
Circular route on the heights of the Doulon valley starting from Vintz via l'Air
3.98 mi
+673 ft
-702 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
The route passes through coniferous woods and magnificent beech forests, offering welcome shade if you walk it in summer. Recent logging has opened up the view to the right bank of the Doulon valley, revealing superb panoramic views.
Forest and hamlets at the start of Cistrières
6.16 mi
+787 ft
-814 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cistrières (Haute-Loire)
Leaving the village of Cistrières, you will mainly be walking through the forest. These woods are dotted with hamlets that were once home to agricultural activity. Most of the farms have been renovated and are now inhabited. The paths are well maintained and easy to walk on. You will find peace and quiet here, and cool shade from the trees in summer.
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!
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.
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.
On the trail of the Druids
3.23 mi
+709 ft
-722 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Fayet-le-Château (Puy-de-Dôme)
Nature walk between meadows, forest, streams and ancient mills, a site rich in history. Pass through amazing places that are linked to druidic rituals and gatherings.
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.
The Fossat valley and Pierre-sur-Haute from the Col du Béal
10.13 mi
+1,785 ft
-1,781 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-la-Bourlhonne (Puy-de-Dôme)
A beautiful circular walk starting from the Fossat valley.
From the Col du Béal to Pierre sur Haute
10.32 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,696 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-la-Bourlhonne (Puy-de-Dôme)
On snowshoes or on foot, from the Col du Béal to the summit of Pierre-sur-Haute through the forest. Return via the ridges, still on theGR®3or a variant thereof.
From the Col du Béal to the Col des Supeyres
17.18 mi
+1,936 ft
-2,024 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-la-Bourlhonne (Puy-de-Dôme)
Over two days, discover one of the most beautiful destinations in “France à Cheval”.
Around Mauzun Castle
5.40 mi
+774 ft
-758 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Mauzun (Puy-de-Dôme)
Mauzun Castle, nicknamed the "giant of Auvergne", is the starting point for this walk at the foot of the Livradois-Forez mountains, which offers magnificent views of the mid-range mountains.
Follow the yellow trail from the village exit.
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.
Pierre sur Haute via the Molinvé shepherd's huts
11.37 mi
+1,736 ft
-1,736 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Chalmazel (Loire)
“Here, more than anywhere else, one perceives the notion of infinity, and the concept of solitude takes on a new dimension.” This is how the famous geneticist Axel Kahn expressed his feelings during his journey through the Monts du Forez.
The Jean de la Nuit trail
3.54 mi
+627 ft
-633 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Égliseneuve-près-Billom (Puy-de-Dôme)
Walk in the footsteps of Jean de la Nuit!
An extraordinary character once lived in this valley, and his legend still lives on in people's memories. Join him on a journey to discover the valley's former activities, heritage, fauna and flora, which you can enjoy during the walk.
