Omps walks

Starting from the small village of Omps in the Cantal chestnut groves, this walk between plateaus and valleys offers beautiful views of the Monts du Cantal, with visits to hamlets with remarkable buildings.

In the commune of Saint-Gérons, on the banks of the Saint-Étienne-Cantalès dam lake, a footpath circles the Presqu’île d'Espinet. This path is right at the water's edge and a little narrow between points (3) and (4): it is best to avoid pushchairs.

Starting from Saint-Étienne-Cantalès, this is a short, easy route with little road traffic but a variety of paths.

Short urban walk along the Jordanne, then into the Cantal mountains, a stone's throw from the centre of Aurillac. Beautiful views of Aurillac and the Chaîne des Puys. There are herds of livestock and electric fences. Dogs are not allowed.

This trail allows you to discover the charms of the Ségala landscape. It runs alongside streams, undergrowth and remote hamlets where time seems to have stood still.

A lovely, easy hike through bucolic countryside, along and above the water, almost entirely shaded by tall trees. Beautiful views. Swimming possible. Near Saint-Illide, Arnac and Pleaux.

Explore the hills of Saint-Cirgues on this hike. The trail passes through chestnut groves, crosses the Ruisseau Noir stream and offers views of the Haut-Ségala plateaus. As you walk, you will discover the diversity of the landscapes and the ecological richness of this region.

Follow the paths through the hills of Saint-Cirgues to discover the remains of the water mills along the Veyre (on the border between Lot and Cantal). Throughout the hike, you will find signs highlighting the vernacular architecture of the Ségali region. Although mainly through forest, the walk still offers beautiful panoramic views of Aveyron and Cantal.

Circuit en boucle sur la commune de Fournoulès regroupée avec Saint-Constant, à travers les bois et qui permet de découvrir le joli village retiré de Fournoulès et de belles vues panoramiques.

A magnificent tour on the plateau where the village of Girgols is located. A short stretch of tarmac road at the beginning, then paths and fields. From the hamlet of La Bastide, you are in a wild, solitary and magnificent world.

A lovely walk in the hills above Terrou: chestnut and walnut trees, Salers and Limousin cattle. Beautiful views of the Tours Saint-Laurent.

Hike to discover the Bave, a tributary of the Dordogne. Along the way, see the remains of Gallo-Roman sarcophagi and enjoy a beautiful view of the Saint-Laurent towers in Saint-Céré.

Discover the Bave valley and the small Lot village of Ladirat.

A beautiful, shaded walk offering stunning views over the Haut Ségala hills.

A small, peaceful village with a hill called Garenne as its promontory, ideal for exploring the surrounding countryside, Saint-Santin is a village shared between Cantal and Aveyron (two schools, two town halls and two churches). The Lot department is also very close by. The proposed route offers an easy and pleasant hike which, in spring or summer, can serve as a botanical and photographic tour.

An interesting low-altitude hike above and in the Jordanne valley. Enjoy beautiful green landscapes typical of the Cantal region. Pass through pretty little hamlets with old buildings. Peaceful and natural.

A circular route starting from La Vinzelle, allowing you to discover mountain streams and waterfalls, superb views of the Lot valley from the heights and ending with a tour of the village.

Connection between Entraygues-sur-Truyère and Espeyrac via the historic Queen Margot trail. Breathtaking views of the Fel hills Regional Nature Reserve and the Lot valley, then the Dazes valley. Espeyrac is the last stop before Conques on the Way of St James via the GR®65 long-distance footpath.