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Murol walks
From Murol to Pessade
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Courbanges valley
10.08 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,604 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Victor-la-Rivière (Puy-de-Dôme)
Cross the Malvoisière valley and then the Courbanges Forest, and discover the Cheix Waterfall before descending into the refreshing Courbanges Stream valley.
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.
From the Plateau de la Serre to the Plateau de Champille via Le Vernet
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
La Grande Allée in Courbanges
5.92 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,135 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Victor-la-Rivière (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk through the Courbanges forest to discover its tall trees, with a detour to a typical plateau dwelling.
The Chaudefour Valley
6.66 mi
+889 ft
-902 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Victor-la-Rivière (Puy-de-Dôme)
Discover the Chaudefour Valley, located in the nature park of the same name.
Courbanges - Chareire
11.77 mi
+2,595 ft
-2,543 ft
7h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Victor-la-Rivière (Puy-de-Dôme)
You will pass close to waterfalls at Cheix, Pérouse and Biche, and stop for a quick drink at the Sainte-Anne spring before beginning the ascent of the Puy de Champgourdeix (alt. 1,566 m) and the Perdrix (alt. 1,824 m), with views over the resort of Super Besse.
Voissières - Le Mont Dore
7.73 mi
+2,031 ft
-1,726 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Chambon-sur-Lac (Puy-de-Dôme)
A return route to Mont Dore, taking care to avoid the same paths as the previous day.
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.
Jonas troglodytic site and Pic Saint-Pierre from Lomprat
5.68 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,322 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Colamine (Puy-de-Dôme)
A short hike rich in discoveries: the beautiful pagan calvary of Lomprat, the troglodytic site of Jonas, Pic Saint-Pierre topped by its chapel and offering a beautiful panorama of the Couze Pavin valley, not to mention the villages you pass through with their old houses, fountains and wash houses.
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