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Puy Chavaroche (1739m) walks
From Le Falgoux to the Col de Legal
Visorando Member
11.14 mi
+3,278 ft
-2,251 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
The first stage of my three-day tour of Puy Mary, with an overnight stay either camping or at the Col de Legal lodge.
Tour of Puy Mary in three days
33.56 mi
+8,438 ft
-8,412 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A lovely three-day hike with wild camping and some challenging climbs.
Circuit of the Cantalien volcano via the GR®400, clockwise
88.49 mi
+21,634 ft
-21,604 ft
8 days
Difficult
Departure from Murat (Cantal) (Cantal)
This 8-day route covers the entireGR®®400, in a clockwise direction (the FFRP guidebook describes it in the opposite direction).
Tour du Cantal
53.24 mi
+13,753 ft
-14,701 ft
7 days
Difficult
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
Tour of the Cantal in seven stages: Murat [Laveissiere] - Meije Costes - Le Falgoux - Le Fau - Mandailles - Le Lioran - Prat de Bouc - Murat [Laveissiere]
Very beautiful stages between the Cère, Jordanne and Alagnon valleys. Between the ridges offering unforgettable views (360° panoramas), the ascent of the puys adding a touch of "mountain" to the experience, the summer pastures dotted with flower-filled meadows and encounters with both the flora and fauna and the people who live in this corner of the Cantal and are happy to share their territory.
Puy Chavaroche via the Mandailles Valley and the Col du Piquet
5.41 mi
+2,034 ft
-2,028 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A very pleasant route through woodland and along the ridge, with views over the Mandailles valley to the east, a 360° panorama from the ridge of Puy Chavaroche and a splendid view of Puy Mary (far from its overcrowded popularity). This route was chosen to end with the panoramic view of the ridges and to tackle the steep ascent up the Piquet slope.
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!
Walks near Puy Chavaroche (1739m)
From Pas de Peyrol to Le Claux via Puy de la Tourte
5.68 mi
+397 ft
-2,201 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
Magnificent panoramic views over the Falgoux valley and Puy Mary, passing through the mountain pastures and over a hilltop before descending into the forest near the small cross-country ski resort of Les Chamilloux and arriving at the Étang de Lascourt with Puy Mary in the background. We were able to see numerous flowers on the mountain pasture (notably Martagon lilies, arnica and gentian), a flock of sheep with its Patou dog, as well as a group of horses.
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.
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
From the Col de Legal to the Col de Cabre
12.89 mi
+3,560 ft
-2,589 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Projet-de-Salers (Cantal)
The second stage of my three-day tour of Puy Mary, with an overnight stay in a bivouac.
Passing through villages where you can stock up on supplies if necessary
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.
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.
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.
Le Claux – Super Lioran
11.22 mi
+2,979 ft
-2,559 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Le Claux (Cantal)
A major stage, set against a breathtaking landscape, with sweeping views in all directions. A long ridge walk starting from Puy Mary.
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!
