The sources of the Jordanne

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A beautiful, not too difficult walk with magnificent scenery. Ideal for discovering the landscapes of the Cantal.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 2.80 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 45 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 538 ft
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    Descent: - 518 ft
  • ▲
    Highest point: 4,452 ft
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    Lowest point: 3,986 ft
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Cirque des Sources
The summer pasture hut
general view
The upper Jordanne valley

Description of the walk

Start from the car park, located after the hamlet of Rudez in the hairpin bend on the left, on the road to Mandailles at Pas de Peyrol (D17).

(S/E) Follow the main track for a good kilometre, which runs almost horizontally and then crosses the Jordanne stream.

(1) After crossing the Jordanne stream, take the small path on the left.
Climb up to the edge of the forest, then cross the mountain pastures to the plateau above.

(2) At the fork, turn left onto the marked path and join a path above the Cheylus buron (summer hut).

(3) Turn left and continue downhill to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 3,999 ft - Car park on the Mandailles road at Pas de Peyrol (Rd17)
  2. 1 : mi 0.69 - alt. 4,026 ft - Take the path on the left after the - Jordanne (rivière)
  3. 2 : mi 1.2 - alt. 4,396 ft - At the fork, turn left.
  4. 3 : mi 1.65 - alt. 4,436 ft - Path on the left above the Cheylus buron
  5. S/E : mi 2.8 - alt. 3,999 ft - Car park

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 59 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5
Route interest
4.8 / 5
User 28152351

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 24, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

The weather was glorious and warm, and the scenery was stunning at this time of year. We were impressed by the flower-filled meadows and the sheer number and variety of flowers. A real treat for botany enthusiasts!

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randonnée pascal
randonnée pascal

unfortunately, the hike took place in foggy weather, so we didn't have the pleasure of discovering the surrounding landscapes.
we followed the marked trail to the sources of the Jordan River.
therefore, we have no opinion to share.

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User 6121090

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 22, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike with no difficulty whatsoever
Very beautiful landscapes

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User 25925783

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 02, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent hike, without too many people

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User 4040604

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 26, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike with magnificent scenery. No major difficulties, suitable for all ages.
Highly recommended.

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Sosso
Sosso
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 12, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very beautiful hike. The landscapes are magnificent. We are in a haven of peace. I would definitely do it again in autumn to see the late season.
No difficulty, I recommend it.

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sylvie couriol
sylvie couriol

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 10, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

It's a really beautiful outing... very pleasant... no difficulty.
I recommend it.

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leonisa14
leonisa14

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 17, 2023
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A short hike ideal for snowshoeing or with good waterproof hiking boots, as was the case today when there was just a few inches of snow in the Cirque des Sources. The view of the snow-capped mountains is superb.

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Jacques.aulagne
Jacques.aulagne

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 09, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very nice walk, not too difficult, ideal for families.

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JP3166
JP3166

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

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j2mespa
j2mespa
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 16, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful hike to the source of the Jordane River, accessible to all and without any major difficulties. A lovely walk to start our stay in the Cantal region at the foot of Puy Mary.

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qsglopi
qsglopi
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Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 10, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

A short hike, shaded at the beginning and open in the second half. Quite pleasant, and you get to see Salers cows up close. Avoid very hot days. The reviews are excellent and encouraging, but it's not a must-do hike that I would recommend to others.

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Denis26
Denis26 ★

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 02, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk through the mountain pastures offering beautiful views of the Jordanne valley.

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gailuron
gailuron

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 06, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant route. Just make sure you turn left and follow the springs.
The way back is superb.

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francoise.roitg09
francoise.roitg09

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 18, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Magnificent circuit,
A beautiful wild cirque, we drove around it on our way down from Puy Mary, where we had enjoyed a magnificent sunrise.
A must-do to enjoy the magnificent landscapes.

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