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Maronne (rivière) walks
Les Moulinots
Walk along the Xaintrie Noire and Gabariers trails in the shady undergrowth between the Roche and Clauzel streams. The trail is marked in yellow throughout and numbered (6).
The Cirque d'Impramau
A short circular loop to discover the best of the Cirque d’Impramau. Breathtaking views of almost the entire Cantal volcano, and a chance to immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the Impramau summer pastures. The first two-thirds follow marked and unmarked paths; the final third is almost entirely off-trail, taking you through summer pastures, over rocks, across numerous streams and through fence gates that you sometimes have to search for, but it’s well worth the effort. You’ll be walking amongst animals—cows, horses and sheep—guarded by livestock guard dogs. If you’re an early riser, it’s common to spot chamois, mouflons and marmots, and sometimes vultures from Lozère. Visorando app recommended
Walks near Maronne (rivière)
Le Falgoux – Le Claux
A very beautiful (and fairly short) stage, partly along the ridge with views of Puy Mary. A magnificent basalt plateau from Le Luchard onwards.
The route leads to the Puy Mary lodge, about 1.5 km beyond the village.
From Le Falgoux to the Col de Legal
The first stage of my three-day tour of Puy Mary, with an overnight stay either camping or at the Col de Legal lodge.
Le Falgoux - Le Fau
Stage 3 of our Tour du Cantal / GR®400. Departure above the hamlet of Récusset, at the end of the long forest track. The upper part of this hike is on open tracks with no shade. The descent, although some sections are shaded, remains exposed.
From Pas de Peyrol to Le Claux via Puy de la Tourte
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.
Le Fau – Le Falgoux
Another lovely stage that takes you from one valley to another via the magnificent Puy Violent.
Le Fau - Mandailles
Stage 4 of our Tour du Cantal / GR®400
Another beautiful stage alternating between summer pastures, forests, ridges, peaks (puy) and passes. Long, with quite a lot of elevation gain and loss. Bring plenty of water!
Le Claux – Super Lioran
A major stage, set against a breathtaking landscape, with sweeping views in all directions. A long ridge walk starting from Puy Mary.
Mandailles - Le Lioran
Stage 5 of our Tour du Cantal / GR®400A forest stage (therefore shaded) with two potential climbs: the Puy de l'Usclade and the Puy Griou.
* Editor's note: we have also decided not to follow the original GR®400 route, which makes a long detour to the Col de Pertus, which we don't think is worth the effort. We will reach the Col de Gliziou via the PR® (orange and green markings) which climb up the Ruisseau du Luc valley.