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Le Claux walks
Circular route from Le Claux to the Buron d’Eylac
Visorando Member
10.36 mi
+1,837 ft
-1,808 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Le Claux (Cantal)
This is the ideal walk if you’re staying at the Claux campsite, as that’s where the walk starts. It’s a moderate walk with some lovely views along the way.
The Burons and the Col de Serre, starting from Lavialle
Tourism professional
8.05 mi
+1,575 ft
-1,572 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Le Claux (Cantal)
Discover the Burons de la Gardoune and de la Garde, the ridges (GR®4) leading to the Col de Serre with views of the Puy Mary, and a wealth of exceptional landscapes.
Le Claux – Super Lioran
11.22 mi
+2,979 ft
-2,559 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Le Claux (Cantal)
A major stage, set against a breathtaking landscape, with sweeping views in all directions. A long ridge walk starting from Puy Mary.
From Cheylade to Le Claux and back
17.45 mi
+3,192 ft
-3,212 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Cheylade (Cantal)
This two-day hike, starting from Cheylade, will take you along roads and paths through a wide variety of landscapes.
On the first day, it’s a mountain hike. You’ll explore the Quirous trail, the Limon Plateau and the Puy de Niermont, with a 360° view of the Cantal, Sancy and Cézallier mountains.
On the second day, the focus is on heritage and exploration. This return leg, which is designed to be easier and shorter, will allow you to take your time admiring the Étang de Lascourt, the Pic du Christ with its observation tower, the Lac des Cascades and its waterfalls, as well as the church in Cheylade.
From Le Claux to Cheylade: exploring the lakes and waterfalls
6.34 mi
+659 ft
-1,181 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Le Claux (Cantal)
This walk is all about heritage and discovery. Admire the Étang de Lascourt and its 360° view of Puy Mary and the Sancy, the Pic du Christ with its observation tower, Lac des Cascades and its waterfalls, as well as the church at Cheylade.
The Bois du Christ
3.06 mi
+594 ft
-600 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Cheylade (Cantal)
A short walk through the Bois du Christ, featuring a wayside shrine rising above the trees, offering views of the surrounding landscape. The walk concludes with a circuit of Lac des Cascades along the nature trail about the wildlife of the Cantal.
Circular walk from the Col de Serre to Puy de Niermont and Lavigerie
11.58 mi
+2,041 ft
-2,064 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Le Claux (Cantal)
A circular route starting from the Col de Serre, following theGR® 400 and the Sentier des Quirous.
The Puy de Niermont and the Limon Plateau as seen from the Col de Serre
11.33 mi
+1,857 ft
-1,837 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lavigerie (Cantal)
A beautiful walk featuring the Puy de Niermont for its 360° views and the Limon for its lovely cross-plateau stretches. This walk can be shortened (or extended) depending on the circumstances.
Le Puy Mary from the Col de Serre
6.02 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,654 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lavigerie (Cantal)
Climb to the summit of the famous Puy Mary from the south-east, via a very pleasant trail, leaving your car quite far away to avoid the crowds of visitors who gather at the Pas de Peyrol. Some hikers may find this hike a little difficult, see reviews.
The Impradine Valley
3.50 mi
+453 ft
-469 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Lavigerie (Cantal)
Walk along the Impradine, from pastures to villages rich in beautiful old houses. Like us, you may encounter a herd of horses, deer and a fox.
Le Puy Griou from La Gravière
7.83 mi
+2,208 ft
-2,208 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Lavigerie (Cantal)
Visit to a practically perfect cone that could have inspired the builders of the pyramids if they had known the Massif Central and particularly this Cantalian summit.
From Cheylade to Le Claux: the Quirous path and the Limon Plateau
11.11 mi
+2,533 ft
-2,031 ft
7h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cheylade (Cantal)
Come and discover the Quirous trail, the Limon Plateau and the Puy de Niermont, offering a 360° view of the Cantal mountains, the Sancy and the Cézallier.
From Cheylade to Le Claux: exploring the waterfalls and lakes
6.34 mi
+1,148 ft
-656 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cheylade (Cantal)
This walk is all about heritage and discovery. Visit Cheylade Church, Lac des Cascades and its waterfalls, the Pic du Christ with its observation tower, and Lascourt Pond.
The Bois Mary and the Puy de la Tourte
7.61 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,660 ft
4h 55
Difficult
Departure from Le Claux (Cantal)
Cross the beautiful high-altitude beech forest in the Bois Mary, then follow the path along the ridge of the Monts du Cantal. This hike alternates between shade in the first half and sunshine and magnificent views in the second half.
Le Puy de Peyre Arse
5.42 mi
+1,903 ft
-1,886 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A long walk along the ridges allows you to enjoy the view of the Puy du Cantal, the Puy de Sancy and the Plomb du Cantal. Pass through the Brèche de Roland and return to the Cirque d'Eylac with the marmots.
From Pas de Peyrol to Le Claux via Puy de la Tourte
5.68 mi
+397 ft
-2,201 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
Magnificent panoramic views over the Falgoux valley and Puy Mary, passing through the mountain pastures and over a hilltop before descending into the forest near the small cross-country ski resort of Les Chamilloux and arriving at the Étang de Lascourt with Puy Mary in the background. We were able to see numerous flowers on the mountain pasture (notably Martagon lilies, arnica and gentian), a flock of sheep with its Patou dog, as well as a group of horses.
Puy Mary from the Pas de Peyrol
1.56 mi
+741 ft
-745 ft
1h 20
Moderate
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
The circuit offers magnificent panoramic views of twelve valleys from the summit.
Puy Mary, a veritable pyramid when seen from the sky, rises to 1,783 metres. In the heart of the Cantalien Massif, it is surrounded by exceptional landscapes formed by volcanic activity and glacial erosion, representing the largest volcano in Europe (2,700 km²).
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