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Lac du Tact walks
Tour of the lakes between Cantal and Puy de Dôme
Visorando Member
6.01 mi
+472 ft
-486 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Trémouille (Cantal)
A lovely walk that partly follows theGR®®30along a wooded path with little elevation gain. Beautiful views over the various lakes – Crégut, Tact, Laspialade and Taurons – and towards the Monts du Sancy.
Walks near Lac du Tact
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.
Siauve Beach - Val Castle
1.83 mi
+72 ft
-66 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Lanobre (Cantal)
A pleasant route overlooking Lake Bort-les-Orgues, leading from La Siauve beach to Val Castle. The short distance of the route makes it possible to consider a circular route.
Bort-les-Orgues - Roche-le-Peyroux
14.04 mi
+2,562 ft
-1,969 ft
8h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Bort-les-Orgues (Corrèze)
A magnificent stage with enchanted forests, rocky outcrops and landscapes reminiscent of Watteau.A real spectacle.
The Grande Cascade from the summit of Sancy
5.47 mi
+919 ft
-3,251 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike for the whole family (but suitable footwear is essential) which, from the summit of Puy de Sancy, will take you along the ridges to the Grande Cascade. A challenging route alternating between ascents and descents, offering stunning 360° views as far as Puy de Dôme, Puy Mary and well beyond, weather permitting.
Puy de Chambourguet and Puy de Champgourdeix
5.11 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,024 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise (Puy-de-Dôme)
Explore the area around the Super-Besse resort by visiting the Puys de Chambourguet and Champgourdeix. You’ll discover two volcanic peaks with completely different appearances. A leisurely, family-friendly hike along the paths and tracks around the resort.
Mont-Dore Station - Col de la Croix Morand
9.16 mi
+3,163 ft
-2,812 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
You will pass through the ridges, the Puy des Crebasses (alt. 1,762 m), the Roc de Cuzeau (alt. 1,737 m) and the Puy de l'Angle (alt. 1,740 m), with an optional detour via the Grande Cascade, all with views of the resort and the magnificent Chaudefour Valley.
Mont Dore - Puy de Sancy - Voissières station
8.28 mi
+2,175 ft
-3,340 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
Departure from Chalet ECIR in Mont Dore resort to reach Relais Voissières in...Voissières. Pass through the ridges along the Chaudefour valley.
The climb up Sancy can be difficult, but the rest is very easy.
Puy de Sancy from Super Besse
6.16 mi
+1,703 ft
-2,037 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise (Puy-de-Dôme)
Access to the Puy de Sancy on the outward journey via the eastern and northern ridges of the Super Besse resort, and return via theGR®®4.Please note that two vehicles are required for this hike: one at the top of the resort and another at the Lac des Hermines car park.
⚠️ 22/07/2026: the GPX track at Puy de la Perdrix has been slightly modified to follow the current signposting on the ground.
From Mont-Dore to Super Besse
7.21 mi
+2,306 ft
-2,073 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Mont-Dore (Puy-de-Dôme)
Stage 4 of the 5-day route.
This stage takes you from Mont Dore to Super Besse via the summit of Sancy. A very steep climb from Mont Dore, ending with a descent to the resort of Super Besse.
See Practical information regarding certain restrictions.
La Bourboule - Mont Dore Resort
9.63 mi
+3,022 ft
-1,614 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from La Bourboule (Puy-de-Dôme)
We will set off from the Étoile du Sancy in La Bourboule and head to the ECIR Chalet in the resort of Mont Dore, passing through Capucin, Puys de Cliergue, La Tour Carrée and Val de Courre.