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Neschers walks
Circular walk around Nescher and Sauvagnat-Sainte-Marthe
Visorando Member
8.41 mi
+830 ft
-840 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Neschers (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circular route from one village to another through the hills, pastures and farmland.
Château de la Ronzière in Chadeleuf
3.75 mi
+213 ft
-226 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Chadeleuf (Puy-de-Dôme)
A stroll through the countryside with views of the lavender fields, passing close to the horses at Château de la Ronzière, ending by crossing the once-fortified village of Chadeleuf; do make a detour to visit the church.
From Champeix to Montaigut via the Saint-Julien cellars
6.81 mi
+928 ft
-928 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Champeix (Puy-de-Dôme)
The route starts in Champeix, passes through the hills with views of the Couze Chambon valley, crosses the large site of the Saint-Julien cellars, then wanders through the pretty village of Montaigut-le-Blanc, before following the Couze back to Champeix, where you can visit the old Marchidial district and its gardens.
Countryside and village of Plauzat
5.70 mi
+207 ft
-203 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Plauzat (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk in the Plauzat countryside before exploring this beautiful village in Limagne: rich winegrowers' houses, crosses, fountains, wash houses and a beautiful Romanesque church.
Villages in the Issoire region: Chadeleuf and Sauvagnat
10.13 mi
+981 ft
-958 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Coudes (Puy-de-Dôme)
In the Pays des Couzes, set off to explore the villages of Chadeleuf and Sauvagnat-Sainte-Marthe along wide paths criss-crossing an agricultural plateau offering superb views of the Monts Dore, the hilltop villages of the Limagne and the Puy de Dôme.
Passing through Tourzel from the Couze Pavin
8.85 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,368 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cirgues-sur-Couze (Puy-de-Dôme)
The route first follows the Couze Pavin, whose white water flows down from the crater lake of the same name, then climbs the plateau towards Chazeras, offering beautiful views of the magnificent village of Saint-Floret, then Tourzel, before descending to Saint-Cirgues-sur-Couze and its château.
Montpeyroux, a golden stone fortress on the Allier
6.31 mi
+591 ft
-591 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Montpeyroux (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
Starting from Montpeyroux, this circular route takes you to the banks of the Allier and the village of Coude. The medieval fortress of Montpeyroux, "the most beautiful village in France" built with local golden arkose stone, can be visited at the end of the route. You can climb up to the keep-museum, which offers a beautiful view.
Two citadels on the Couze Chambon
7.47 mi
+814 ft
-797 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ludesse (Puy-de-Dôme)
From Ludesse, on the plateau, descend into the Couze Chambon valley to explore two citadel villages, Champeix, the City of Gardens, and Montaigut-le-Blanc, the City of Cats (personal name).
Wine-growing villages of the Val d'Allier
10.00 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,076 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montpeyroux (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
The hillsides of the Allier in Puy-de-Dôme were once an important wine-growing area, as evidenced by the architecture of the villages you pass through on this hike. Among them is Montpeyroux, one of the most beautiful villages in France.
On the Arkose Trails
5.12 mi
+548 ft
-551 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Montpeyroux (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
This walk on the plateau allows you to walk on paving stones from the old Montpeyroux quarry, visit this magnificent wine-growing village and discover the banks of the Allier in the undergrowth.
Passing through Puy de Lavelle from Couze Pavin
6.33 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,086 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
During the hike, you will discover the white water of the Couze Pavin, the rocky landscape of Puy de Lavelle and its brightly coloured flora, magnificent views of the Couze valley and, of course, the village of Saint-Floret with its rich heritage.
South Limagne villages: Plauzat and La Sauvetat
9.47 mi
+443 ft
-443 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Sauvetat (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
Between Issoire and Clermont-Ferrand, the broad, agricultural Limagne plateau boasts a number of beautiful villages with a rich built heritage: forts and ramparts, towers and keeps, fine winegrowers' houses, fountains and wash-houses.
Limagne and the former commandery of the Hospitallers in La Sauvetat
4.50 mi
+230 ft
-233 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from La Sauvetat (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk in the countryside around La Sauvetat, followed by a tour of the village centre, home to the beautiful Commandery of the Hospitallers of Saint John of Jerusalem.
From the caves of Perrier to Pardines, or the history of the village of Les Roches
4.38 mi
+617 ft
-614 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Perrier (Puy-de-Dôme)
The hiking trail climbs up to the village of Les Roches, a prehistoric site currently undergoing restoration, then leads to Pardines via the plateau before descending through a beautiful acacia forest. Here you can see the outcrop of ancient lacustrine sediments, known as Lahres.
Via the Puy de Mercoeur
5.82 mi
+495 ft
-522 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Perrier (Puy-de-Dôme)
Rivers or simple streams, steep slopes between forests and meadows, picturesque villages showcasing their old stone buildings, steeped in history – this is the Auvergne of volcanoes.
Around the Couze Pavin between Saint-Floret and Saurier
9.39 mi
+1,378 ft
-1,365 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Floret (Puy-de-Dôme)
Hike on both sides of the Couze Pavin valley between the feudal villages of Saint-Floret and Saurier. Each has remarkable medieval bridges and highly historic sites such as the Château de Saint-Floret, the Église du Chastel and the Maison du Louvetier de Saurier.
