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Saint-Nectaire walks
Châteauneuf Caves, Freydefont Menhir, La Pineyre Dolmen
Visorando Member 
2.95 mi
+732 ft
-732 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
This route takes you to the Châteauneuf Caves, ancient cave dwellings, then the small Freydefond Menhir, with its viewpoint, and the Dolmen de la Pineyre burial mound. The return journey follows a wild and steep path through the undergrowth.
The megaliths of the Sailles Plateau
Visorando Member 7.52 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,276 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
North of Saint-Nectaire, the Plateau de Sailles offers beautiful views of Murol and the Couze Chambon valley. You will discover an ancient troglodyte settlement and some of the megaliths that dot the area around the village, known for its beautiful Romanesque church and cheese.
A short, mystical circular loop in Saint-Nectaire
Visorando Member 5.88 mi
+1,010 ft
-997 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
This mystical route takes you past two menhirs, one of which has been Christianised, a tumulus and its dolmen, and the beautiful Basilica of Notre-Dame du Mont Cornadore, a jewel of Auvergne Romanesque architecture. This hike also passes by the Châteauneuf Caves, which offer a beautiful view of Murol Castle, the Couze Chambon valley and the Sancy massif.
Saint-Nectaire thermal baths via the Route des Croix
Visorando Member 7.91 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,079 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
A walk allowing you to explore the thermal spa district of Saint-Nectaire starting from Boissières, which makes it easy to park away from the village during the tourist season. The route is dotted with several stone crosses, some of which are ancient and very simple, but you will also discover the beautiful Croix du Marchidial in Saint-Nectaire Haut, as well as a Christianised menhir, the Croix Saint-Roch. You will also enjoy beautiful views of Murol Castle and the Sancy massif.
Saint-Nectaire via the Couze Valley Chambon
Visorando Member 6.52 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,129 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nectaire (Puy-de-Dôme)
The route starts in the hills above the Couze Chambon valley and is circular, looping back via Saint-Nectaire and its unmissable Cornadore Basilica. There are numerous viewpoints along the route, particularly over the Couze Chambon valley, dominated by the hilltop Château de Murol, and the entire Massif du Sancy.
From the Plateau de la Serre to the Plateau de Champille via Le Vernet
Visorando Member 7.67 mi
+764 ft
-748 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite (Puy-de-Dôme)
A peaceful hike, far from tourist sites, on the plateaus overlooking Saint-Nectaire, cow country. A route with constant unobstructed views of the Sancy and Guéry mountains and the Chaîne des Puys.
Circular megalithic path at Vernet-Saint-Marguerite
Visorando Member 7.17 mi
+807 ft
-794 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circular route on the heights of Saint-Nectaire to discover some of the megaliths of this region of Auvergne, which is rich in them. The site of the megaliths of Puy d'Alou, at its summit, offers a beautiful panorama. This circular route is extended by a return trip to another viewpoint at the summit of Puy de Châteauneuf.
On the plateaus of the Saint-Nectaire region
Visorando Member 10.33 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,142 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite (Puy-de-Dôme)
North of Saint-Nectaire, the high plateaus are home to the cows that produce the delicious cheese. It is a peaceful and uncrowded countryside that nevertheless offers superb panoramic views.
Tour of Lake Chambon starting from Murol
Visorando Member 
4.38 mi
+230 ft
-233 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
This is a shaded hike with very little traffic on three-quarters of the route. You can contemplate the beauty of nature. Pass through the undergrowth on wide footbridges to discover the marshy areas and viewpoints over Lake Chambon, not forgetting to take a look at the Monts du Sancy and the rock of La Dent des Marais.
From Murol to Pessade
Visorando Member 
11.50 mi
+2,290 ft
-1,181 ft
7h 15
Moderate
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
Stage 2 of the 5-day route.
This stage takes you to theGR®4trail through the countryside. You can visit Murol Castle at the start of the stage, then the troglodyte caves of Chautignat.
Le Tartaret
Visorando Member 
1.92 mi
+407 ft
-397 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Murol (Puy-de-Dôme)
Climb up a small volcano and its crater, with a view of Lake Chambon and the Sancy in the background from the summit.
The Monne Gorges
Visorando Member 10.56 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,542 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Olloix (Puy-de-Dôme)
Immerse yourself in the coolness of the superb Monne Gorges. On the heights, enjoy absolute calm in a Mediterranean atmosphere on large rocky plateaus. Discover places of worship from yesterday and today: the Allée Couverte de la Grotte and the Abbey of Notre-Dame de Randol (modern).
Please note that the path through the gorges is narrow and slippery, with ropes in some places.
The Courbanges valley
Visorando Member 10.08 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,604 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Victor-la-Rivière (Puy-de-Dôme)
Cross the Malvoisière valley and then the Courbanges Forest, and discover the Cheix Waterfall before descending into the refreshing Courbanges Stream valley.
Vallon de la Ribeyre
Visorando Member 8.74 mi
+646 ft
-646 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saulzet-le-Froid (Puy-de-Dôme)
Starting from Zanières, the first part of the hike is on the top of the plateau, with beautiful views of the Chaîne des Puys and the Monts Dores, to the La Pierre Longue menhir, which marks the beginning of hills dotted with rocky outcrops. Return via the bottom of the valley, along the La Ribeyre stream.
Le Puy de Monténard and Saulzet-le-Froid
Visorando Member 7.38 mi
+807 ft
-807 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saulzet-le-Froid (Puy-de-Dôme)
A beautiful hike between the Chaîne des Puys and the Chaîne du Sancy. Gentle slopes and lovely views of both mountain ranges.
Espinasse and Monténard, two volcanic destinies
Visorando Member 8.21 mi
+883 ft
-879 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saulzet-le-Froid (Puy-de-Dôme)
A circular route to discover two very different volcanic craters: the Narse d'Espinasse, a marshy maar on the slopes of the Puy de l'Enfer, and the more classic crater of the Puy de Monténard.
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