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Cantal Mountains: The Rugged Heart of France
Explore the Cantal mountains in the southern Auvergne. The Cantal massif is the extinct remains of a huge volcano where
erosion has created rugged ridges, rocky peaks and green valleys of stunning beauty in an untamed landscape rich with wildlife.
Highlights
A unique site - the largest volcano (now extinct) in
western Europe
A sumptuous green landscape of wild and rugged
ridges, elegant peaks and glaciated valleys
Exciting & dramatic walks off the well trodden paths
on to rocky ridges & airy summits
A rich upland flora and fauna
Transport to start of 2 walks for self-guided &
additional transport can be booked in situ
"Location absolutely spectacular. (Enjoyed)
the superb mix of hiking, French culture, great
companions, stunning scenery, beautiful
flowers - the whole package!" R. Taft, USA
Self Guided: Guidebook contains additional walks
such as traverse of Puy Chavaroche
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Self Guided & Guided Walking
7 nights/6 days walking
Time taken: 5-7hrs per day
Ascent: 630-910m per day
When: 15 May to 15 Oct
Accomm: Small guest house in historic building
Basis: Full Board
Centre-based
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8
Arrival:
Murat &
transfer
to guest
house Puy de Niermont:
Climb ridge to
summit of Puy de
Niermont. Explore
Limon plateau Puy Griou: Transfer to
Mandailles in Jordanne
Valley. Head to Puy
Griou. Follow GR400 to
Rocher du Bec de l’Aigle Puy Mary: Climb
to Col Serre &
ridge to Puy
Mary. Ridge to
Col de Cabre Rest day,
visit Murat
or optional
walk Puy de Peyre Arse:
Ascend ridge of Puy de
Peyre Arse leading to
summit. Scale summits
of Puy Bataillouse Cirque du Falgoux & Puy
Tourte: Transfer to Falgoux &
climb ridge to Col de Re-
donet. Detour to Puy Chava-
roche & cirque du Falgoux Transfer
to Murat
after
breakfast
6hrs +630m 5hrs30 +700m 6hrs +700m 5hrs +910m 7hrs +800m
Tranquil Auvergne Trail
Start & end at the world heritage town of Puy en Velay on this tranquil trail. Explore an upland plateau landscape in southern
Auvergne punctuated with intimate valleys & volcanic domes whilst staying in some wonderful historic properties.
Highlights
World heritage town of Puy en Velay with its volcanic
spires topped by religious monuments
Unique circuit through open, wild & remote upland
countryside punctuated by volcanic hills, secluded
valleys & historic settlements
Historic villages & hamlets with its own unique rural
architecture & chateaux lining the upper Loire Valley
Trip can be made into a 6 night holiday by
removing day 7
"Very quiet and peaceful. Beautiful countryside: wild
flowers, birds. Very 'French.' Made to feel welcome.
Thanks - we had a brilliant time." J. Goddard, UK
Options to shorten or lengthen walking days on
Days 4 & 5
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Self Guided Walking
7 nights/6 days walking
Distances: 11-22km per day
Ascent: 230-570m per day
When: 15 May to 15 October
Accomm: Small hotels, B&B’s & auberges
Basis: B&B plus 4 evening meals & 4 lunches
Linear Trail
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8
Arrival:
Welcome
in Puy en
Velay Transfer to Laussone.
Cross country of volcanic
summits. End at St Julien
Chapteuil Climb to ridge
& descend to
Montusclat and
onto hamlet of
Bigorre Climb to plat-
eau. Visit St
Front & head
north to village
of Moudeyres Short day/option to
ascend Mont Mezenc
with great views.
Descend to village of
Les Estables Across open farmland
head away from heights
to the historic village of
Monastier sur Gazeille.
Transfer to Puy en Velay Explore Puy en
Velay, World
Heritage site with
volcanic & reli-
gious heritage Depart
after
breakfast
16km +410m 19km +570m 18km +320m 11/15km +380/630m 22km +230m
Massif Central, France. Self Guided Walking Holidays