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Puy Griou walks
Puy Griou from Les Chazes
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4.31 mi
+1,818 ft
-1,818 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
The summit of Puy Griou has a characteristic cone shape and can be seen from afar. Located in the heart of the Cantalian volcano, it offers a superb panorama. The proposed route, which is fairly short, has the advantage of avoiding the Super Lioran ski resort facilities.
Puy Griou loop from the Col de Font de Cère
4.19 mi
+1,362 ft
-1,358 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
A short route to a legendary summit, offering beautiful panoramic views of the Puy mountains in the Cantal region.
Puy Griou from Col du Pertus
6.56 mi
+1,686 ft
-1,686 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
An easy, shaded approach to this iconic peak in the Monts du Cantal, with its perfect cone shape and superb views. However, the final climb is quite technical and challenging.
Le Puy Griou from La Gravière
7.83 mi
+2,208 ft
-2,208 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Lavigerie (Cantal)
Visit to a practically perfect cone that could have inspired the builders of the pyramids if they had known the Massif Central and particularly this Cantalian summit.
Puy Griou from Les Chazes
9.55 mi
+2,385 ft
-2,392 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
Starting from the chapel dedicated to Puy Griou, a circular route allows you to discover this unmissable summit of the Cantal volcano, crossing forests, summer pastures and hamlets on the slopes of the Cère valley.
Puy Griou and Puy de l'Usclade circular loop
8.31 mi
+2,457 ft
-2,434 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
After a steep climb at the start, the Puy Griou, the central cone of the Cantal mountains, offers a magnificent panoramic view. The route then becomes easier and, alternating between slight ascents and descents, offers different views of this distinctive dome.
The Puy de l'Usclade is a must-see due to its strategic position. It offers a view to the north of the various puys and also of the Jordanne valley.
Puy de Griou - Puy de Bataillouse - Téton de Vénus
7.91 mi
+2,451 ft
-2,470 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jacques-des-Blats (Cantal)
This beautiful route, starting from the Col de Font de Cère, crosses the pastures of the Cantal and passes successively through the Puy de Griou, the Puy de Bataillouse and, finally, the Téton de Vénus.Throughout this hike, the 360° panoramic views allow you to observe the beautiful mountainous countryside of the Monts du Cantal.
Puy Griou via Meijes Costes above Le Lioran
5.88 mi
+1,722 ft
-1,729 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Laveissière (Cantal)
A short walk above the Font d’Alagnon valley, in the family-friendly resort of Lioran-Laveissière. Beautiful views on either side of the Col de Rombière, and the more adventurous can climb Puy Griou.
At the end of summer, you can even pick a few blueberries on the sunny slopes.
Tour of Puy Mary in three days
33.60 mi
+8,435 ft
-8,412 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Le Falgoux (Cantal)
A lovely three-day hike with wild camping and some challenging climbs.
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
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.
Loop at the foot of Puy Griou via Col de Cabre and Col de Gliziou
9.04 mi
+2,060 ft
-2,057 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mandailles-Saint-Julien (Cantal)
This loop, which starts a few kilometres from Mandaille, will take you to the Col de Cabre and the foot of Puy Griou. With panoramic views of the Cantaliens mountains and forests, this hike, with its varied terrain, is particularly enjoyable in warm weather.
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.