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From Puy de Dôme to the Sancy massif

The vast Auvergne is a treasure trove of exceptionally rich flora and fauna, with architecture specific to each of its massifs, local rock and climate giving it its own particularities. And let’s not forget the men who have shaped these highlands for generations, their pastoral activities making it possible to preserve and taste it through its gastronomy, with charcuterie and cheeses are the jewels in the crown.

Departures from May to October

Price to come* (land only)

INCLUDED

Overnight stay + breakfast on the first day, half-board from day 2 to breakfast on the last day

Road Book, 1 copy per registration form
Luggage transport between accommodations according to chosen formula
Tourist taxes
Return cab from Besse to Clermont-Ferrand on last day

EXCLUDED

Lunches
Dinner on the first evening in Clermont-Ferrand
Drinks and personal expenses
Sightseeing
Return transport to meeting point – Insurance
Luggage transport for backpacking option

Registration fees
Flights

Insurances

6 D / 5 N
Half Board+ Age
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Day 1: Clermont-Ferrand

Late afternoon welcome in Clermont-Ferrand. Hotel accommodation, night + breakfast. Accommodation / meals : Night + breakfast
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Day 2: Orcines - Laschamps

Cab transfer out of town to Orcines. Climb up to the Puy de Pariou, the perfect crater that served as the backdrop for Volvic's waters (you can climb the path on the south side to get there and back). Continue on to Puy de Dôme, the emblematic summit of the Puys chain. The panorama is exceptional on a clear day! You can also visit the remains of Mercury's temple, as well as a permanent exhibition on volcanism in the Auvergne. Descend via the old mule track and the Col de Ceyssat to the village of Laschamps. Distance covered: 16 km - Activity time: 5 to 6 h - Total ascent: 700 m - Total descent: 570 m Accommodation / meals: Half-board accommodation in a gîte d'étape et de séjour in small dormitories for 5 to 8 people or in a room, depending on the option chosen.
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Day 3: Laschamps - Servières

Cross the heart of the Chaîne des Puys to Château de Montlosier, headquarters of the Parc Naturel des Volcans. Hike along the twin puys of La Vache and Lassolas, typical Strombolian volcanoes. Afterwards, route via the Puy de l'Enfer to the Lac de Servières, a magnificent crater lake in the heart of unspoilt nature. Stopover before or near Lac de Servières. Distance covered: 20 to 25.5 km - Activity time: 6 to 7 h - Total ascent: 650 m - Total descent: 410 m Accommodation / meals: Half-board accommodation in a gîte d'étape et de séjour in small dormitories of 5 to 8 people or in a room, depending on the formula chosen.
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Day 4: Servières - Le-Mont-Dore

Ascent to Puy de l'Ouire and Puy de l'Aiguiller. Access to the Col du Guéry and Lac du Guéry. This is a site unique in Europe, between the lake, the Sancy peaks on the horizon and the splendid volcanic necks of the Tuilière and Sanadoire rocks. Cross the Guéry plateau to the Puy Gros, a superb vantage point overlooking the Sancy massif and the glacial valley of Le Mont-Dore. Descent to Le Mont-Dore. Distance covered: 17.5 to 22 km - Activity time: 5 to 6 h - Total ascent: 500 m - Total descent: 685 m Accommodation / meals: half-board accommodation in gîtes d'étape in small dormitories for 5 to 8 people, or in hotel rooms, depending on the option chosen.
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Day 5: Le-Mont-Dore - Chareire or Picherande

Ascent to Capucin, then to Puy de Cliergue to Tour Carrée. Ascent to Puy de Sancy, Massif Central peak perched at 1886 m, via Pas de l'âne. Descent via the Col de Couhay to the Fontaine Salée valley, a favorite haunt of mouflons on the massif. This immense grassy valley is dominated by the south face of Puy de Sancy. Stopover at Chareire or Picherande. Distance covered: 20.5 km - Activity time: 5 to 6 h - Total ascent: 940 m - Total descent: 805 m Accommodation / meals : Half-board accommodation in a dormitory in a gîte d'étape or in a room in a gîte or in a small village hotel, depending on the option chosen.
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Day 6: Chareire or Picherande - Besse

After the summits, we skirt around the base of the massif. We pass the Barthe waterfall and the beautiful Pavin crater lake. Descent via the Puy de Pertuyzat to the village of Besse-en-Chandesse, with its cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval houses. End of program in Besse. Return by cab to Clermont-Ferrand (included) or continue with the 2nd part of the Grande Traversée du Massif Central. Distance covered: 16 km - Activity time: 5 to 6 h - Total ascent: 370 m - Total descent: 450 m The program has been drawn up according to the latest information available at the time of writing; imponderables are always possible, and situations beyond our control may alter its course.
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