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Issandolanges and the Clavelier Tower via the Chalas Dam
Visorando Member
13.48 mi
+2,523 ft
-2,500 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from Arlanc (Puy-de-Dôme)
Following the course of the Dolore and then the Dore, this walk takes you past various historic sites around Arlanc: the Chalas dam, the abandoned village of Issandolanges and the ruins of the Clavelier Tower.
Between Dore and Dolore
7.29 mi
+689 ft
-676 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Arlanc (Puy-de-Dôme)
Heading upstream along the River Dolore, you’ll reach a viewpoint overlooking the Forez Mountains and the town of Arlanc.
The medieval bridge of Masselèbre
2.01 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Marsac-en-Livradois (Puy-de-Dôme)
In the days of courtly love,A bridge embraced the beloved Dore with its arches.But the carefree beauty abandoned her bed.The inconsolable, built of heavy stones,frozen in the green grass, reaches out to the liberated beauty,To the lively and joyful waters, shimmering,So close and yet so inaccessible.
From Beurières to Montravel
12.07 mi
+1,742 ft
-1,742 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Beurières (Puy-de-Dôme)
It offers a magnificent view over the Dore Valley from the Montravel site on the eastern slope of the Forez.
Le Puy du Sapt from Fournols
5.79 mi
+538 ft
-541 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Fournols (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike in the tall forests of Haut-Livradois, the ideal habitat for Tengmalm's owls and black woodpeckers. The paths marked with crosses around the priory of Fournols offer views of the Forestier ponds, the Croix des Knolls and the Colombière.
The Cistrières forest and its isolated hamlets
4.68 mi
+315 ft
-325 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Cistrières (Haute-Loire)
This route crosses part of the forest in the municipality of Cistrières, starting from the village of Condat. The hamlets, which are now sparsely populated or uninhabited, were once lively, as evidenced by an old school in Condat and the houses of Béates au Faud and Les Montilles. But during mushroom season, you will encounter many mushroom pickers there.
In the Livradois hills in Saint-Just
5.94 mi
+1,194 ft
-1,207 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Just (Puy-de-Dôme) (Puy-de-Dôme)
A hike full of ups and downs, over hills and through valleys, alongside the Tonvic, Baffie and Cros streams.
Circular route around Laval-sur-Doulon via Le Cros, La Chassagne and Le Vialard
4.54 mi
+935 ft
-938 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Laval-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
The trails on this route will take you on a journey of discovery through the villages on the outskirts of the market town of Laval-sur-Doulon. Most are permanently inhabited. The two mills at Diat and Le Vialard have ceased operations, but their ‘engine’, the River Doulon, still flows. The trails are often shaded, so you can hike here in summer.
Forest and hamlets at the start of Cistrières
6.16 mi
+787 ft
-814 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cistrières (Haute-Loire)
Leaving the village of Cistrières, you will mainly be walking through the forest. These woods are dotted with hamlets that were once home to agricultural activity. Most of the farms have been renovated and are now inhabited. The paths are well maintained and easy to walk on. You will find peace and quiet here, and cool shade from the trees in summer.
The Champrivat Valley from the Champagnac-Le-Vieux lake
5.73 mi
+856 ft
-876 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Champagnac-le-Vieux (Haute-Loire)
This walk offers you the chance to discover several viewpoints over the Sancy and Cézallier massifs and the Allier Valley.
Discover Ambert
3.65 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Ambert (Puy-de-Dôme)
A discovery walk through the birthplace of Emmanuel Chabrier, which still has a few half-timbered houses in its historic centre and some beautiful residences along its avenues. Green spaces are not forgotten, with a visit to the Jardin Chabrier, a short walk along the Ruisseau de Valeyre, and an encounter with the Dore.
Circular route on the heights of the Doulon valley starting from Vintz via l'Air
3.98 mi
+673 ft
-702 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
The route passes through coniferous woods and magnificent beech forests, offering welcome shade if you walk it in summer. Recent logging has opened up the view to the right bank of the Doulon valley, revealing superb panoramic views.
All around La Chaise Dieu or Casa Dei
6.53 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from La Chaise-Dieu (Haute-Loire)
In the heart of the Livradois-Forez Regional Park, a beautiful walk from hamlet to hamlet, through forests and fields, and an opportunity to discover or rediscover La Chaise-Dieu and its rich heritage.
Écho at the Étang du Breuil in La Chaise-Dieu
Tourism professional
0.54 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
0h 15
Easy
Departure from La Chaise-Dieu (Haute-Loire)
Enjoy a short walk around the Étang du Breuil to discover the artwork “Les racines du ciel” by the artist Fiona Paterson, installed as part of the “Écho, Street & Land Art en Velay” project.
Forests, meadows and fields in Champagnac-le-Vieux
5.88 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,217 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Champagnac-le-Vieux (Haute-Loire)
Take a stroll through the southern part of the commune near the village of Le Boucharel, where woodland, fields and meadows alternate.
Relive the past through rustic ruins, old farming equipment and modern-day agriculture set in unspoilt countryside.
In summer, this route is shaded.
Circular route to the south-west of Connangles via Pissis and Intranges
5.83 mi
+709 ft
-682 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Connangles (Haute-Loire)
The route passes through beautiful, shaded forest tracks and crosses seven villages surrounded by areas dedicated to livestock farming. The route is dotted with remarkable trees and magnificent high forests. The thick-walled houses, built of granite, are a reminder of the harsh climate of the Cassadean plateau.
Discover Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon: water, forest, pastures
7.84 mi
+1,401 ft
-1,375 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
Discover Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon by following the course of the Doulon river, which once powered numerous mills. Pass through the undergrowth and villages where you will find chapels and wash houses.
Moissac Bas pond and bog
6.62 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
Following this route, you will pass successively through forest, fields and pastures. You will discover the volcanic activity of the village of Moissac Bas, its pond and its forming peat bog.
Circular through the hills above Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon via Cenat and Celhac.
6.82 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,240 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
The commune of Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon covers a large area of around 35 hectares and comprises around 30 villages and hamlets. During this route, you will discover some of them, all bearing witness to a rural past where agriculture was the main activity. You will discover a chapel, an old school and some splendid views.
Circular on the heights of Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon, Largnes, Tavernols
6.60 mi
+1,345 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon (Haute-Loire)
This route starts at the lowest point in the commune of Saint-Didier and leads to almost the highest point. You will discover a castle, a remarkable sequoia tree, the ruins of a mill and splendid views.