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Saint-Babel walks
The stonemason's hut - between basalt and granite
Visorando Member
6.52 mi
+919 ft
-919 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Babel (Puy-de-Dôme)
A superb walk between the old volcanoes of the Comté region to the crystalline base cut by the Saint-Yvoine horst, with exceptional panoramic views.
The Comté Forest by mountain bike
17.72 mi
+1,670 ft
-1,677 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Babel (Puy-de-Dôme)
A mountain bike ride starting from Saint-Babel to explore the Comté Forest via an original route: the stonemason’s hut, the Col de la Croix des Gardes, the Four Lords’ Marker, Sallèdes, Manglieu, superb scenery and recently opened trails.
Aulhat-Saint-Privat discovery hike
4.80 mi
+600 ft
-607 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Aulhat-Saint-Privat (Puy-de-Dôme)
Discover the heritage of the Communes of Aulhat-Saint-Privat on a hike accessible to the whole family: natural and architectural heritage. Ailloux Valley, the three castles of Aulhat, the village of Flat. View of the villages of Saint-Babel, Brenat and Usson.
Moderator update on 14/12/2020: Please note! This hike was published a long time ago and has not been followed by the author. See reviews for information on navigation difficulties.
Saint-Babel Forest via the Borne des Quatre Seigneurs
6.29 mi
+1,224 ft
-1,204 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Babel (Puy-de-Dôme)
A new walk that partly follows the route of the former municipal and ONF hike in the Saint-Babel forest. The new route extends into the municipalities of Yronde and Buron, passing through the Borne des Quatre Seigneurs, the Borne du Saut du Cheval and Fayet.
Currently, in 2026, I do not recommend this walk as the local paths and tracks are no longer maintained and are therefore dangerous.
Path of small heritage sites linked to water
5.98 mi
+774 ft
-774 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Flat (Puy-de-Dôme)
Discover the landscapes of the Limagne and the hills of southern Puy-de-Dôme on a route focused on the vernacular heritage linked to water.
A circular passing through around fifteen small buildings that bear witness to the daily activities of our ancestors (fountains, hemp tubs, wash houses, etc.).
Chemin des bacs à chanvre
4.94 mi
+581 ft
-597 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Flat (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circular loop exploring the small heritage sites linked to water in Flat-le Chauffour.
A walk focusing on local heritage linked to water and raising awareness of lost heritage and values. The hemp bins or "routoirs" bear witness to an agricultural activity that offered real added value to its inhabitants (19th and early 20th centuries).
Passing through Yronde and Le Puy Moriot
6.67 mi
+883 ft
-869 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Yronde-et-Buron (Puy-de-Dôme)
Set in a rolling landscape shaped by ancient volcanoes, this walk will take you to the magnificent village of Yronde, whilst offering beautiful views of the village of Buron and its citadel.
Le Puy Moriot and the stonemason's hut
6.71 mi
+1,014 ft
-1,020 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Yronde-et-Buron (Puy-de-Dôme)
Hike in the hills of Limagne d'Issoire, including a visit to two old wine-growing villages and passing through the small village of Puy Moriot, old arkose quarries and a stonemason's hut.
The Domaine de Sarlant from Yronde
5.66 mi
+607 ft
-623 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Yronde-et-Buron (Puy-de-Dôme)
Walk through the countryside of Issoire from the former wine-growing village of Yronde to discover the superb Domaine de Sarlant.
Walk in Buron
0.93 mi
+180 ft
-180 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Yronde-et-Buron (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk through an old wine-growing village at the foot of La Motte, a basalt spur supporting the ruins of a feudal castle. Beautiful traditional houses and a pretty chapel to visit to learn about the history of the unfortunate Sir Buron.
Bois de Cheix-Blanc and Château de la Chaux Montgros
6.75 mi
+971 ft
-942 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sallèdes (Puy-de-Dôme)
In the Comté Forest, a circular path in the Cheix-Blanc woods, which we leave behind just long enough to discover the Château de la Chaux Montgros, which has been undergoing renovation for some time now. We take the opportunity to enjoy the unobstructed views of the Comté countryside, the Limagne plain and, in the distance, the Chaîne des Puys.
The Tree Trail from the Comté Forest House
3.64 mi
+249 ft
-226 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Sallèdes (Puy-de-Dôme)
Hike to discover the Comté Forest, a Sensitive Natural Area, passing by numerous features designed to promote biodiversity, such as pools, a pond and numerous areas planted with young trees.
Pic des Fleurides trail
2.51 mi
+407 ft
-384 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Sallèdes (Puy-de-Dôme)
Geological discovery hike in the Comté Forest. There is no viewpoint from the top of the peak.
The Pierre Ancize spur
6.04 mi
+883 ft
-883 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Yvoine (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk around the village of Saint-Yvoine, with views of the Chaine des Puys, the Sancy and the Allier Valley.
Between Allier and Ribeyre
4.59 mi
+722 ft
-692 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Orbeil (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk that begins by following the River Allier as closely as possible, then the Ribeyre stream through a cool, wooded environment, and continues with views of the Puys and the surrounding countryside.
Château de la Chaux Montgros and Bois de Cheix-Blanc
8.45 mi
+1,083 ft
-1,083 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pignols (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circular route in the Livradois-Forez Regional Nature Park, alternating between high passages with unobstructed views and forays into the Bois de Cheix-Blanc, on beautiful trails and paths. Some sections are on quiet country roads. Visit the pretty village of Pignols, then pass by the Château de la Chaux Montgros. At the end of the route, take a short visit to a wetland and its interpretive trail, a site developed for the Espace Naturel Sensible de la Forêt de la Comté (Comté Forest Sensitive Natural Area).
Vic-le-Comte and the Sainte-Chapelle
1.68 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Vic-le-Comte (Puy-de-Dôme)
A visit to the old town of the capital of the Comté region, to discover beautiful medieval houses and the Sainte-Chapelle, a jewel of the French Renaissance.
Stream and village of Enval, Sainte Chapelle de Vic-le-Comte
3.55 mi
+390 ft
-361 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Vic-le-Comte (Puy-de-Dôme)
A short circular route following the pretty Ruisseau d'Enval stream to the village of the same name, which has a few troglodytic dwellings, before returning to Vic to explore the old town and Sainte Chapelle.