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Jordanne (rivière) walks
The sources of the Jordanne
Visorando Member
2.80 mi
+538 ft
-518 ft
1h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
A beautiful, not too difficult walk with magnificent scenery. Ideal for discovering the landscapes of the Cantal.
The Cabrespine crossing
9.91 mi
+2,871 ft
-2,858 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
A day's walk in magnificent surroundings, using theGR® trails in the area. We are within sight of Puy Chavaroche and Puy Mary.
Jordanne Valley from the Col du Pertus
8.29 mi
+1,594 ft
-1,594 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
From the Col du Pertus, discover the village of Mandailles and the hamlets of Larmandie and Liadouze on the banks of the Jordanne. On both the outward and return journeys, gaps in the forest offer beautiful views of the valley, the Chavaroche and Puy Mary massifs, as well as the Gliziou and Puy Griou.
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Sources de la Jordanne, Col de Cabre, Brèche de Rolland
8.21 mi
+1,909 ft
-1,909 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
Round trip above Mandailles, in the vast cirque of Fours de Peyre-Arse and the sources of the Jordanne. Not to be missed: both green and mountainous; magnificent landscapes, moderate difficulty.
Climb under the trees, then through the meadows, then walk along an easy ridge path. 360° views in the foreground of the entire Auvergne volcano chain. No difficulty on the route. Marked but regular ascents/descents and a short climb to pass the Brèche de Rolland.
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 Roman de Jordanne
9.53 mi
+2,185 ft
-2,192 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Velzic (Cantal)
An interesting low-altitude hike above and in the Jordanne valley. Enjoy beautiful green landscapes typical of the Cantal region. Pass through pretty little hamlets with old buildings. Peaceful and natural.
Le Chaumeil from Saint-Cirgues-de-Jordanne
5.10 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,348 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cirgues-de-Jordanne (Cantal)
A lovely walk through isolated valleys, typical of the Cantalian mid-mountains. Beautiful trees, beautiful landscapes, peace and greenery. A marked walk with no particular difficulty, if you enjoy paths and hills.
Les Roches Folles
3.39 mi
+909 ft
-912 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
A short hike for residents of Mandailles who want to go for a walk without taking the car.
Jordanne Valley via Élancèze and Courpou Sauvage
8.02 mi
+2,785 ft
-2,795 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
Starting from the Col du Pertus, climb quickly to the heights for a long walk along the ridge, which offers beautiful views. Then discover a few villages in the Jordanne valley before climbing back up to the pass through the pastures.The Visorando app is useful for following this route at the end of the walk.
Tour of Puy Mary in three days
33.56 mi
+8,438 ft
-8,412 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A lovely three-day hike with wild camping and some challenging climbs.
Thiézac – Mandailles
8.43 mi
+2,802 ft
-2,379 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Thiézac (Cantal)
Stage3 of theGR®400, clockwise.
A fairly peaceful stage with a short climb up the Elancèze, offering a stunning view of the peaks and the previous day’s route.
Short circular loop above Velzic
2.57 mi
+709 ft
-709 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Velzic (Cantal)
A short but pretty circular route in a secluded valley, with landscapes typical of the Jordanne Valley – green and rolling. Unmarked, but no difficulty in finding your way.
From the Col de Legal to the Col de Cabre
12.89 mi
+3,560 ft
-2,589 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Projet-de-Salers (Cantal)
The second stage of my three-day tour of Puy Mary, with an overnight stay in a bivouac.
Passing through villages where you can stock up on supplies if necessary
From Larmandie to Liadouze
3.27 mi
+745 ft
-761 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
A short, fairly easy hike from the Puy Mary campsite in Mandailles, which allows you to walk in the hills east of the village and return via the Gorges de la Jordanne (when the water level allows).
Loop at the foot of Puy Griou via Col de Cabre and Col de Gliziou
9.04 mi
+2,060 ft
-2,057 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
This loop, which starts a few kilometres from Mandaille, will take you to the Col de Cabre and the foot of Puy Griou. With panoramic views of the Cantaliens mountains and forests, this hike, with its varied terrain, is particularly enjoyable in warm weather.