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Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite walks
From the Plateau de la Serre to the Plateau de Champille via Le Vernet
Visorando Member
7.67 mi
+764 ft
-748 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite (Puy-de-Dôme)
A peaceful hike, far from tourist sites, on the plateaus overlooking Saint-Nectaire, cow country. A route with constant unobstructed views of the Sancy and Guéry mountains and the Chaîne des Puys.
Circular megalithic path at Vernet-Saint-Marguerite
7.17 mi
+807 ft
-794 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circular route on the heights of Saint-Nectaire to discover some of the megaliths of this region of Auvergne, which is rich in them. The site of the megaliths of Puy d'Alou, at its summit, offers a beautiful panorama. This circular route is extended by a return trip to another viewpoint at the summit of Puy de Châteauneuf.
Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite
13.69 mi
+2,169 ft
-2,139 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite (Puy-de-Dôme)
A lovely walk to enjoy in fine weather, so you can take in the magnificent views of Murol Castle and the Sancy massif. This walk takes you through countryside steeped in history and the presence of people dating back to time immemorial.
On the plateaus of the Saint-Nectaire region
10.33 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,142 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite (Puy-de-Dôme)
North of Saint-Nectaire, the high plateaus are home to the cows that produce the delicious cheese. It is a peaceful and uncrowded countryside that nevertheless offers superb panoramic views.
Puys de Baladou et de la Védrine from Mareuge
10.86 mi
+1,522 ft
-1,519 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite (Puy-de-Dôme)
A beautiful climb through undergrowth from Mareuge, on the heights of the upper Monne valley, a stream that rises from the Puys de Baladou and Védrine brooks. From the heights, there is a magnificent panoramic view of the Monts Dore, the Chaîne and the Plateau des Puys. Traditional architecture and heritage in the villages of Mareuge and Pessade.
Between the Monne and Fredet valleys
8.04 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,033 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite (Puy-de-Dôme)
At the foot of the Monts Dore, hike on the plateau criss-crossed by streams, between pastures and coniferous forests.
Saint-Nectaire via the Couze Valley Chambon
6.52 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,129 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
The route starts in the hills above the Couze Chambon valley and is circular, looping back via Saint-Nectaire and its unmissable Cornadore Basilica. There are numerous viewpoints along the route, particularly over the Couze Chambon valley, dominated by the hilltop Château de Murol, and the entire Massif du Sancy.
Saint-Nectaire thermal baths via the Route des Croix
7.91 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,079 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk allowing you to explore the thermal spa district of Saint-Nectaire starting from Boissières, which makes it easy to park away from the village during the tourist season. The route is dotted with several stone crosses, some of which are ancient and very simple, but you will also discover the beautiful Croix du Marchidial in Saint-Nectaire Haut, as well as a Christianised menhir, the Croix Saint-Roch. You will also enjoy beautiful views of Murol Castle and the Sancy massif.
A short, mystical circular loop in Saint-Nectaire
5.88 mi
+1,010 ft
-997 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
This mystical route takes you past two menhirs, one of which has been Christianised, a tumulus and its dolmen, and the beautiful Basilica of Notre-Dame du Mont Cornadore, a jewel of Auvergne Romanesque architecture. This hike also passes by the Châteauneuf Caves, which offer a beautiful view of Murol Castle, the Couze Chambon valley and the Sancy massif.
Between the Fredet and Chadeyre streams
3.29 mi
+390 ft
-387 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
A very short circular path on a wooded ridge, between the valleys of two small streams on the Plateau des Dômes, after a visit to Beaune-le-Froid.
The Rajat Caves and the Cirque du Marais
7.57 mi
+1,440 ft
-1,414 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
On the heights of Murol and Lac Chambon, discover the Rajat caves, Murol Castle, the Cirque and the Dent du Marais, as well as the villages of Chautignat and Beaune-le-Froid.
Hauteurs and tour of Lake Chambon
6.13 mi
+915 ft
-892 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
Visit a must-see in the region, Lake Chambon, starting from the village of Beaune-le-Froid, on the heights preserved from tourist crowds. Pass by some beautiful viewpoints.
Murol Castle, Dent du Marais and Saint-Nectaire summer pastures
7.65 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,263 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
Starting from Beaune-le-Froid, this is a very accessible hike, passing by the Château de Murol, with superb views of the Couze Chambon valley and the village of Murol, the Dent du Marais and Lake Chambon, and further afield, the Chaudefour Valley and the Sancy. The last part of the hike takes you to the iconic Saint-Nectaire, with a circular route through the cow pastures and a visit to the village via the Rue des Caves.
Dent du Marais and Lake Chambon from Beaune-le-Froid
6.39 mi
+912 ft
-892 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circular offering superb views from the heights over Lac Chambon and the Dent du Marais, then over the Château de Murol, passing at the foot of the aforementioned peak before skirting the lake as closely as possible.
Chambon-sur-Lac from Beaune le Froid
7.10 mi
+1,024 ft
-1,017 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
Starting from Beaune le Froid, on the heights of the Couze Chambon valley, this walk takes you down into the valley to explore the village of Chambon-sur-Lac, which boasts a remarkable Romanesque church and chapel, before climbing back up to the plateau to enjoy numerous views over the Couze valley, the Chaudefour Valley and the puys that flank it, and Murol with its medieval castle.
Vallon de la Ribeyre
8.74 mi
+646 ft
-646 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saulzet-le-Froid (Puy-de-Dôme)
Starting from Zanières, the first part of the hike is on the top of the plateau, with beautiful views of the Chaîne des Puys and the Monts Dores, to the La Pierre Longue menhir, which marks the beginning of hills dotted with rocky outcrops. Return via the bottom of the valley, along the La Ribeyre stream.
Le Puy de Monténard and Saulzet-le-Froid
7.38 mi
+807 ft
-807 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saulzet-le-Froid (Puy-de-Dôme)
A beautiful hike between the Chaîne des Puys and the Chaîne du Sancy. Gentle slopes and lovely views of both mountain ranges.
Espinasse and Monténard, two volcanic destinies
8.21 mi
+883 ft
-879 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saulzet-le-Froid (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circular route to discover two very different volcanic craters: the Narse d'Espinasse, a marshy maar on the slopes of the Puy de l'Enfer, and the more classic crater of the Puy de Monténard.
Châteauneuf Caves, Freydefont Menhir, La Pineyre Dolmen
2.95 mi
+732 ft
-732 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
This route takes you to the Châteauneuf Caves, ancient cave dwellings, then the small Freydefond Menhir, with its viewpoint, and the Dolmen de la Pineyre burial mound. The return journey follows a wild and steep path through the undergrowth.
The megaliths of the Sailles Plateau
7.52 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,276 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
North of Saint-Nectaire, the Plateau de Sailles offers beautiful views of Murol and the Couze Chambon valley. You will discover an ancient troglodyte settlement and some of the megaliths that dot the area around the village, known for its beautiful Romanesque church and cheese.
From Murol to Pessade
11.50 mi
+2,290 ft
-1,181 ft
7h 15
Moderate
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
Stage 2 of the 5-day route.
This stage takes you to theGR®4trail through the countryside. You can visit Murol Castle at the start of the stage, then the troglodyte caves of Chautignat.
La Narse and Le Labadeau
8.48 mi
+869 ft
-866 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saulzet-le-Froid (Puy-de-Dôme)
On either side of Saulzet-le-Froid, discover the valleys of the Narse to the north and the Labadeau to the south, two streams that converge shortly afterwards to form the Veyre. Climb to the top of Puy de Monténard for a panoramic view of the Labadeau valley and descend into the Narse d'Espinasse, a small marsh with an exceptional biotope.
Tour of Lake Chambon starting from Murol
4.38 mi
+230 ft
-233 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
This is a shaded hike with very little traffic on three-quarters of the route. You can contemplate the beauty of nature. Pass through the undergrowth on wide footbridges to discover the marshy areas and viewpoints over Lake Chambon, not forgetting to take a look at the Monts du Sancy and the rock of La Dent des Marais.
Le Tartaret
1.92 mi
+407 ft
-397 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
Climb up a small volcano and its crater, with a view of Lake Chambon and the Sancy in the background from the summit.
Lac Chambon, marshes and woods
3.18 mi
+95 ft
-95 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk along the most pleasant part of Lake Chambon, starting from Murol Beach and continuing to the wetland, which can be explored via a boardwalk, then returning slightly higher up via the Bois des Bouves.
Lac Chambon - Murol
7.32 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,020 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chambon-sur-Lac (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circuit that forms a figure of 8 around Lac Chambon, with panoramic views of the lake and the Sancy range, the Valley of Chaudefour and a section through Murol via its castle.
The Monne Valley
8.07 mi
+853 ft
-846 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aydat (Puy-de-Dôme)
A medium-altitude hike through pastures and farmland, sheep and cows; a countryside dotted here and there with volcanic rocks. The walk follows the course of the Monne and Ribeyre rivers and offers splendid panoramic views of the Chaîne des Puys.
The upper Monne valley
10.47 mi
+1,168 ft
-1,171 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Aydat (Puy-de-Dôme)
Discover the Monne, a beautiful Auvergne river, and its valley nestled in high rocky plateaus offering superb views of the surrounding mountains.
Landes de Fohet
7.80 mi
+784 ft
-778 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Aydat (Puy-de-Dôme)
Walk through the gorse heathland, dotted with rocky outcrops, where cows and sheep sometimes graze, making up the landscape on the heights of Aydat. Lovely views of the Chaîne des Puys and the Monts Dore. A refreshing stretch along the banks of the Monne.
Le Puy de l'Enfer and Le Puy de Monténard
9.84 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,063 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aydat (Puy-de-Dôme)
Between these two small puys in the south of the Chaîne des Dômes, two streams flow, the Narse and the Labadeau, which converge shortly afterwards to form the Veyre. Shortly before this confluence, the Narse feeds a small marsh of volcanic origin, the Narse d'Espinasse.
A circular walk to the Puy de Bessolles starting from La Roche Romaine
2.93 mi
+387 ft
-397 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Victor-la-Rivière (Puy-de-Dôme)
Starting from the strange rock formation known as the Roche Romaine and the hamlet of the same name, the Puy de Bessolles offers a natural balcony, followed by access to a viewpoint. On a clear day, the route provides views of the Sancy massif, the Chaîne des Puys and the Monts du Forez.