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Petite Rhue (rivière) walks
Le Puy Mary from the Col de Serre
Visorando Member
6.02 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,654 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lavigerie (Cantal)
Climb to the summit of the famous Puy Mary from the south-east, via a very pleasant trail, leaving your car quite far away to avoid the crowds of visitors who gather at the Pas de Peyrol. Some hikers may find this hike a little difficult, see reviews.
Le Puy de Peyre Arse
5.42 mi
+1,903 ft
-1,886 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A long walk along the ridges allows you to enjoy the view of the Puy du Cantal, the Puy de Sancy and the Plomb du Cantal. Pass through the Brèche de Roland and return to the Cirque d'Eylac with the marmots.
The Bois Mary and the Puy de la Tourte
7.61 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,660 ft
4h 55
Difficult
Departure from Le Claux (Cantal)
Cross the beautiful high-altitude beech forest in the Bois Mary, then follow the path along the ridge of the Monts du Cantal. This hike alternates between shade in the first half and sunshine and magnificent views in the second half.
Col de Font de Cère - La Brèche de Rolland - Puy Mary - Puy de Peyre Arse
10.14 mi
+3,068 ft
-3,071 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
This beautiful route, starting from the Col de Font de Cère, crosses the pastures of the Cantal, passing successively through the Col de Rombière and the Puy de Peyre Arse, ending at the Puy Mary, the second highest peak in the Cantal, via the iconic Brèche de Rolland, a slightly technical passage.
Those who are prone to vertigo should take care on this section.
Throughout this hike, the 360° panoramic views allow you to admire the beautiful mountainous countryside of the Monts du Cantal.
Le Falgoux – Le Claux
8.28 mi
+2,333 ft
-1,729 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
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.
Walks near Petite Rhue (rivière)
From the Col de Cabre to Le Falgoux via Puy Mary
9.53 mi
+1,601 ft
-3,573 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
The third and final stage of my three-day tour of Puy Mary, featuring the ascent of Puy Mary
Meije Coste - Le Falgoux
10.72 mi
+1,998 ft
-3,737 ft
6h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
Stage 2 of our Tour du Cantal / GR®400. A long and challenging stage due to the heat in June. It might be better to split the stages differently. Some very beautiful sections, particularly the arrival on the ridge before Puy Mary, the area around Puy de la Tourte, etc. More difficult sections: the Brèche de Rolland, the Luchard plateau and the long descent to Falgoux. It should be noted that the ascent of Puy Mary is not compulsory.
Mandailles - Le Lioran
7.79 mi
+2,274 ft
-1,273 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
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.
Le Lioran - Prat de Bouc
5.68 mi
+2,024 ft
-1,591 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
Stage 6 of our Tour du Cantal. A beautiful climb from the Lioran resort to the Plomb du Cantal, starting with a forest section, then a steep climb to reach the Puy du Rocher via the Aiguillon; cross over to reach the cable car station and a final (moderate) climb to the Plomb du Cantal.Panoramic views in all directions. Discover the landscapes of several valleys as you pass through. It's a feast for the eyes!
Tour of the Puy Mary - GR400
11.14 mi
+3,278 ft
-2,251 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A beautiful three-day hike, sleeping in a bivouac, with interesting variations in altitude.
Le Fau - Mandailles
8.27 mi
+2,674 ft
-2,864 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Fau (Cantal)
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 Falgoux - Le Fau
5.61 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,972 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Paul-de-Salers (Cantal)
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 Plomb du Cantal to Lioran via Puy du Rocher
4.08 mi
+404 ft
-2,205 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
Short hike along the ridges with breathtaking views of the Cantal mountains. You can reach the starting point by taking the cable car from Le Lioran or by following the same route in the opposite direction. After enjoying the view from the highest point in this beautiful department, you will reach the Pas des Alpins by following the GR®4/GR®400 marked trail. You will then climb up to the Puy du Rocher to enjoy another breathtaking view of the Plomb du Cantal and its surroundings. Then you will descend towards the Lioran resort on the ridges. The walk ends in the Lioran forest.Please note: after passing Puy du Rocher, two areas may seem a little difficult for some as they require descending the rock, but aids have been put in place.
