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It`s tIme to go travellIng agaIn - auvergne
THE MOUNTAIN PASS ROUTE Cantal Departure / Arrival > Saint-Flour (15) - Distance > 386 km - Duration > 2 Days 36 D2 6 D 721 09 D9 3 65 D 9 90 5 A7 2 12 N D9 D 909 4 D3 34 D 921 Sumène D 3 D 0 Pierrefort Gorg D 65 Alleuze Faverolles Lavastrie 31 Barrage de Grandval ère y Fridefont Tr u 48 la es d e Loubaresse Tru A 75 99 D 13 9 D 30 D 90 D 60 0 Ruynesen-Margeride yè re 1 Ste-Marie 32 3 D1 Espinasse 11 Chaudes-Aigues D 9 20 32 98 D D4 Viaduc de Garabit 90 D9 Neuvéglise D Labrousse 29 St-Georges D4 è z e s Cros-deRonesque D 909 Anterrieux 33 D 19 0 L O Z È R E P l a t e a u 34 d e 10 20 km l ’ A u b r a c Châtaigneraie It’s time to go travelling again www.auvergne-motorbike.com T4450 D 8 u Tr D 66 Calvinet re yè D2 CANTAL 60 1 HAUTEL OLeucamp IRE 3 A V E Y R O N Lacapelledel-Fraisse Marcolès 21 D9 D1 D4 5 0 D2 P U YDEDÔME D9 St-Mametla-Salvetat Carlat D8 D D 92 sur-Cère Sansac-deMarmiesse D 90 Villedieu 5 9 A L L I EArpajonR Vézac Raulhac 09 D 47 39 D 39 Paulhac D 26 5 54 D N 122 9 D 404 40 D 90 D9 28 SAINT-FLOUR 90 St-Martin-sousD Vigouroux 9 27 Roffiac D9 Ytrac 90 26 D N1 22 G de orge la C s ère D Coltines 2 P l a Pailherols Rochers des Pendus re 1069 m Cè Jou-sousMonjou Lavoûte-C Celoux 9 22 AURILLAC La Chapelled’Alagnon C A N T An L D9 ne an Polminhac rd Jo St-Simon 2 12 N Le Lioran Plomb du Cantal Albelpierre1855 m Bredons Col de PratSt-Jacquesde-Bouc des-Blats 1396 m Cascade de la Roucolle St-Clément Vic-sur-Cère 7 D1 D D 636 Murat 10 25 D1 D9 22 D 73 GNE DORD O D Rhue D 978 8 67 d o g n e r o D NeussarguesMoissac D 67 Thiézac St-Poncy D Lascelle Marmanhac Crandelles 1 72 St-Cirguesde-Jordanne s rge non Go lag ’A l de Chavagnac Chalinargues Laveissière 24 La ChapelleLaurent 79 Puy Griou 1694 m 7 D1 ges e Gor rdann o la J de Tournemire Jussac D MandaillesSt-Julien Bertrande n D6 Massif du Cantal St-Beauzire Massiac Bonnac Massif Lac de la Pinatelle Sauvage Lac du Pêcher Puy Mary 1787 m St-Chamant St-Cernin 3 Puy Violent 1592 m St MartinValmeroux D 680 21 D2 0 Alagno Molompize D9 Dienne Lavigerie Pas de Peyrol 1589 m D 21 3 2 0 Ste-Eulalie de es nne rg Go Maro la de G or ge s nd e Be rt ra 0 Maronne D9 Allanche Ségur-les-Villas Cascades de la Roche et du Sartre Le Claux 68 Blesle 23 D 92 68 0 Salers D 20 22 Cascade des Veyrines D D D D D 68 0 D 68 D8 4 D2 D2 D 39 D 22 Col de Néronne 1242 m 2 19 Lempdes-surAllagnon Landeyrat 16 D3 Cheylade St-Gervazy D 588 St-Saturnin Ma D2 St-Bonnetde-Salers Anzatle-Luguet Marcenat St-Hippolyte St-Vincentde-Salers rs Escorailles Apchon 21 Ardessur-Couze 3 D 4 D 9 Trizac 78 D 122 Riomès-Montagnes Valette 78 D6 D6 MAURIAC Montgreleix 9 Lac du Roussillou Cirque des Mottes D 214 D 67 Auzers Anglardsde-Salers St-Alyreès-Montagne D 67 Menet Moussages Condat 17 St-GermainLembron Léotoing a l l i e r C é z la de es re rg toi Go San 922 Jaleyrac Montboudif D3 Bassignac D Lacs de la Godivelle 8 Saignes Boudes Vallée des Saints D 36 D 32 D 67 Ydes D Mailhat D 909 03 D1 Antignac 15 16 18 La Godivelle Trémouille de Gor la ge D 679 Rh s ue D 32 D 125 36 D Lac de la Crégut Lac de Lastioulles 9 67 Vodable VilleneuveLembron Dauzatsur-Vodable D Bort-lesOrgues Champagnac Lac de la Landie Lanobre Champs-surTarentaineMarchal D 32 Chassagne 26 D Plateau de l’Artense 922 14 Parentignat 23 9 5 D2 13 ISSOIRE D7 97 3 St-Floret D Lac de Bortles-Orgues St-Anastaise Lac Pavin Cha s t r e i x Puy de S a nc y Montchal D 203 1411 m Lac de Lac Bourdouze Lac de Montcineyre Chauvet 20 12 D 26 A 75 C O R R È Z E Super-Besse D 613 7 D4 St-Diéry 8 97 St Victor-la-Rivière D e D 621 ed St-Pierrellé our Va udef Colamine a D 149 Ch Besse-et- Puy de Massif du Sancy Sancy 1886 m D 8 97 D 36 S D D 645 D La Tourd’Auvergne E O 36 N 29 D5 D Lac Chambon D 983 Tauves D 35 Town Total KM AT CROSSROADS In: Saint-Flour FOLLOW D679 NEUSSARGUES KM 0.0 1 1,5 km for Saint-Flour Saint-Flour Leaving: Saint-Flour D40 KM 1.5 then Château de Sailhant D404 TALIZAT for 11,3 km Castle and waterfall in Sailhant 2 In: Talizat D679 NEUSSARGUES KM 12.8 3 Town Total KM 8,5 km for KM 21.3 4 8 ALLANCHE N122 Continue for 500 m after Allanche 13,5 km for Allanche 500 m after: Allanche D39 ANZAT-LE-LUGUET KM 34.8 for 21 km Leaving: Anzat-le-Luguet D721 S -ALYRE-es-M T KM 55.8 gnes for 13,4 km 6 then D678 egliseneuve for Condat KM 69.2 D36 LA GODIVELLE then 7 THE MOUNTAIN PASS ROUTE Cantal / 1 of 2 Free download at www.auvergne-motorbike.com Not for sale, in accordance with terms and conditions of use. D32 B MARCENAT for 22,6 km La Godivelle 19 km D978 super-besse KM 110.8 for 8 km 9 In: Pont de Clamouze D203 La TOUR d’auv KM 118.8 Stay on D203 KM 138.2 11 19,4 km for Chastreix-Sancy La Tour d’Auvergne D47 80 0 bort les orgues m then D683 Le Barrage for 23,1 km Bort-les-Orgues Bort-les-Orgues At the dam in: Bort-les-Orgues D979 riom-es-Mgnes KM 161.3 for 26,1 km Riom-es-Montagne Riom-es-Montagne In the locality of: Roches-Hautes D678 TRIZAC KM 187.4 then D678 MAURIAC 13 Entering: St-Alyre WE Mountain passes D679 In: Egliseneuve 12 Anzat-le-Luguet 1 /2 condAT KM 91.8 In: La Tourd’Auvergne D679 Allanche 5 In: Marcenat 10 Neussargues Leaving: Neussargues AT CROSSROADS FOLLOW 25,1 km for At the dam in: Pons D22 SALERS KM 212.5 for 14,7 km 14 Salers Arrival >Saint-Flour (15) Place des Halles >Salers (15) Distance Duration >227 km >4h / 6h Departure THE MOUNTAIN PASS ROUTE / Cantal / 1 of 2 Departure T Arrival >Saint-Flour (15) Place des Halles >Salers (15) Distance Duration >227 km >4h / 6h he highest of our routes in Auvergne, ride from the ridges of the Cantal to the foothills of the Sancy Mountains by way of the Peyrol mountain pass, the village of Salers, the Prat de Bouc mountain pass, the peak of the Plomb du Cantal and the Cézallier plateau. Continue the tour down to the gorges of the Truyère River via the Brezons Valley, the spa town of Chaudes-Aigues, the Garabit viaduct, the mountains of the Margeride and the city of Saint-Flour. This route offers all the pleasures a biker could ask for; it’s a picture-postcard of Auvergne by motorcycle that will surely top the list of your favourite road trips. Free download at www.auvergne-motorbike.com - Not for sale, in accordance with terms and conditions of use. Perched on a rocky summit, the town became the religious capital of the Haute-Auvergne beginning in the 14th century. The remains of the ramparts attest to the strategic role of the city. The numerous religious buildings of the city are a testament to the skill of volcanic rock sculptors. Discover fifteen centuries of history and architecture in this site listed as part of a “Land of Art and History”. Don’t miss: The historical centre: the Saint-Pierre gothic cathedral, small medieval streets, the corn exchange… Haute-Auvergne Museum in the former Episcopal Palace. Alfred Douët Art and History Museum in the former consular house. Tourist office: +33 (0)4 71 60 22 50 Festivities: Hautes-Terres – Festival of mountain cultures: end of June. Live shows, concerts, food and crafts market. www.festivalhautesterre.fr Festa del Païs: beginning of August. Showcase of mountain agriculture of the past and present. Saint-Flour Tourist Office: +33 (0)4 71 60 22 50 Sailhant: waterfall and castle The 1000-year-old Château de Sailhant is a fortified castle sitting atop a spectacular promontory rock more than 30 metres tall overlooking the impressive Basbory waterfall. Discover the fully restored and furnished castle of Sailhant on a historical guided tour through the great hall, the lord’s chamber, the library and the chapel. Visits from July 1st to December 31st, by reservation. +33 (0)4 71 60 98 00 Allanche This small village in the heart of Cantal’s plateaus is famous for its summer grazing festival. A simply incredible celebration that brings thousands of visitors from around Europe to accompany the cows up to the Cézallier plateau. A lively atmosphere with traditions and tastings that will leave a lasting impression. Every year, the last weekend in May. Cézallier Tourist Office: +33 (0)4 71 20 48 43 La Godivelle A mystical village in the middle of vast plateaus at an elevation of 1220 m that forms a border between two peaceful lakes: the crater lake known as the Lac d’En Haut (Upper Lake) and the Lac d’En Bas (Lower Lake) listed as a nature reserve. Chastreix-Sancy Located 7 km off the circuit, Chastreix-Sancy is well worth the detour. The route gives you access to the most beautiful slopes of the Sancy Mountains, with an unforgettable viewpoint if the weather permits. La Tour-d’Auvergne Granted the Tourist Town label in 2015, this village has plenty of activities for lovers of sports and the outdoors: snowshoeing, cross-country skiing (at La Stèle), swimming, fishing (around the lake), hiking, orienteering and more. Tourist office: +33 (0)4 73 21 79 78 Bort-les-Orgues Standing 120 m tall, the dam in Bort-les-Orgues is one of the largest hydroelectric structures in France. At this stopover, lay out your towel on one of the many beaches around the 21 kmlong lake for refreshing break in the sun. Don’t miss: Château de Val: just 7 km away, a must-see sight! Built in the 15th century, it’s the most well-preserved and remarkable castle of the Haute-Auvergne. Open from February to October. +33 (0)4 71 40 30 20 or +33 (0)5 55 96 02 49 Activities: Vedettes panoramiques: learn about the history of the valley and the construction of the dam during a cruise on the lake. (April to October) +33 (0)5 55 46 21 67 Aqua Loisirs – Power boating: at the foot of the Château de Val, discover the unique thrill of power boating. Accommodation Book your accommodation online at www.auvergne-motorbike.com / in the section “My road trip” Enter the dates for your trip, select your accommodation near the circuit for each day and then book online. Tourist office: +33 (0)5 55 96 02 49 Riom-ès-Montagnes Capital of Gentiane country, a visit will satisfy connoisseurs of the subtle and bitter flavours of gentian liqueur. For a free tasting, in moderation, head to the Espace Avèze. In the summer, don’t miss the famous Bleu d’Auvergne cheese festival every year on the last weekend in August. Salers Listed as a “Most Beautiful Village in France”, the medieval town of Salers is one of Auvergne’s treasures and a must-see stop on the circuit. Enter the upper town through the belfry, then stroll through the narrow streets filled with shops, each one more welcoming than the last. Marvel at the charming turret houses and the corbelled architecture, and make your way to the Barrouze esplanade for a spectacular view of the Maronne and Aspre river valleys. The pride of Cantal’s tourist sites, Salers lends its name to the iconic cattle breed of the Cantal Mountains, famous for its mahogany red coat, tender meat and tasty cheese. Festivities: 1st weekend in May: Salers hosts the fair for the “Remarkable Taste” sites. Tourist office: +33 (0)4 71 40 58 08 Gourmet stops 1 Chez Geneviève - Fresh products and regional specialties with a creative twist from the chef: confit and foie gras stuffed cabbage, warm calf’s foot salad with Saint-Flour blond lentils, homemade pounti… Saint-Flour +33 (0)4 71 60 17 97 Le Cantalou - A great menu of original burgers highlighting quality local products. Saint-Flour - +33 (0)4 71 20 94 75 4 Le relais des remparts - Stop for a drink or to try one of the best pountis in Cantal, with a small terrace and perfectly located just after the majestic crossing of the Cézallier plateau - Allanche - +33 (0)4 71 20 98 00 6 Auberge de La cabane - A not-to-be-missed stop in the heart of the Cézallier plateau. Saint-Alyre-ès-montagne - +33 (0)4 73 71 77 53 10 Le Roc - Delight in calf’s head, Cantal cheese puff pastry or Auvergne hotpot on the terrace with a stunning view. Station de Chastreix - +33 (0)4 73 21 54 35 11 Relais Valcastel - A beautiful view overlooking the Château de Val with regional cuisine. Site de Val - Lanobre - +33 (0)4 71 40 34 14 12 Le Lutéa – Fast food and Auvergne cuisine. Easy parking, practical for motorbikes. Place Ch. de Gaulle Riom-ès-Montagnes - +33 (0)4 71 78 01 05 14 Le Bailliage - Excellent Auvergne specialties: zander with gentiane, pounti. Rue Notre-Dame – Salers – +33 (0)4 71 40 71 95 La Diligence - Among the Auvergne specialties on the menu, try patranque, 100% Salers beef on a stone grill or in fondue or the famous “bourriol” crepes with cep mushrooms, all in an unforgettable atmosphere. Rue du Beffroi - Salers +33 (0)4 71 40 70 68 1 /2 WE Mountain passes It’s time to go travelling again - www.auvergne-motorbike.com Saint-Flour Town Total KM AT CROSSROADS In: Salers Town Total KM FOLLOW D680 PUY MARY (Pas de Peyrol) KM 0.0 then Murat for Entering: Murat D3 Murat (Centre Ville) KM 41.3 2 for 1,7 km Murat Murat Leaving: Murat D39 ALBEPIERRE KM 43.0 for 4 km 3 D39 then D39 PRAT DE BOUC KM 47.0 D57 PIERREFORT for 23,3 5 In: Pierrefort D65 PONT DE TREBOUL GORGES DE LA TRUYÈRE KM 78.5 6 Then follow the road for 3 km for 8,2 km then D56 CHAUDES-AIGUES for 28,9 Leaving: ChaudesAigues D13 VIADUC DE GARABIT KM 107.4 for 29,8 Prat-de-Bouc THE MOUNTAIN PASS ROUTE Cantal / 2 of 2 Free download at www.auvergne-motorbike.com Not for sale, in accordance with terms and conditions of use. km Le Cirque de Mallet Garabit Viaduct Across from the: Garabit Viaduct D13 RUYNES EN MARGERIDE KM 137.2 8 km Gorges de la Truyère Chaudes-Aigues Chaudes-Aigues then D4 S FLOUR T (Ville haute) for 22 4 km Brezons Valley Pierrefort Pierrefort 7 In: Albepierre WE Mountain passes BREZONS 41,3 km Pas de Peyrol Dienne 1 At the dam in: La Sagnette KM 55.2 D680 2 /2 AT CROSSROADS FOLLOW Ruynes Ruynes-en-Margeride Arrival >Salers (15) du Sagranier >Saint-Flour (15) Distance Duration >159 km >3h / 6h Departure km THE MOUNTAIN PASS ROUTE / Cantal / 2 of 2 Departure T Arrival >Salers (15) du Sagranier >Saint-Flour (15) Distance Duration >159 km >3h / 6h he highest of our routes in Auvergne, ride from the ridges of the Cantal to the foothills of the Sancy Mountains by way of the Peyrol mountain pass, the village of Salers, the Prat de Bouc mountain pass, the peak of the Plomb du Cantal and the Cézallier plateau. Continue the tour down to the gorges of the Truyère River via the Brezons Valley, the spa town of Chaudes-Aigues, the Garabit viaduct, the mountains of the Margeride and the city of Saint-Flour. This route offers all the pleasures a biker could ask for; it’s a picture-postcard of Auvergne by motorcycle that will surely top the list of your favourite road trips. Free download at www.auvergne-motorbike.com - Not for sale, in accordance with terms and conditions of use. The view is breathtaking from this mountain pass, the highest point of the circuit. It’s most certainly the best view of all of our routes in Auvergne. A stop here is a must after the challenging climb to the pass, but also to simply gaze upon the summits. Puy Mary Grand Site: +33 (0)4 71 47 93 52 Dienne At the foot of the mountains, the traditional Cantal village of Dienne is worth highlighting. Guarding over the town is the surprising church, one of the more unusual examples of Auvergne’s Romanesque style. Activities: 3 paragliding schools nearby: Cantal Air Libre in Mandailles, Thang-ka in Dienne and Parapente Puy Mary in Le Claux. Murat Overlooking the circuit is the charming medieval town of Murat, perched on a wide hillside. Filled with festive traditions, stop in on Friday for the market or any time in the event-filled summer. Don’t miss the Cone Festival on the 3rd Sunday in September. Pays de Murat Tourist Office: +33 (0)4 71 20 09 47 Prat de Bouc The Prat de Bouc mountain pass (1392 m), located at the foot of the summit of the Plomb du Cantal, is a remarkable natural site (bird migrations, mountain fauna and flora). A delight in both summer and winter, the area is of particular ecological interest. Brezons Valley With its distinct U-shape, it’s one of the most beautiful glacial valleys in Europe, according to the famous volcanologist Haroun Tazieff. Around fifty springs come together to form the stream known as the Brezons. The valley is dominated by a giant volcanic plug in the form of a lion’s head when viewed from the Col de la Griffoul mountain pass near the village of Arzaliès. Don’t miss: The upper valley site with 5 waterfalls, the Borie and Montréal waterfalls. Two villages: Brezons with its Romanesque church and Saint-Martin-sous-Vigouroux. Pierrefort The medieval town of Pierrefort, a former barony given the title of “Bonne Ville”, is built in amphitheatre form, giving it a unique feel. Discover the narrow streets, beautiful mansions, fountains and the gothic church. Gorges de la Truyère The Truyère River takes is source in the mountains of the Margeride and flows into the Lot River. Over time, the river formed deep gorges, and along with the construction of the Grandval and Lanau dams that rose the water levels, created a spectacular, surprising and diverse natural landscape. In a wooded valley, discover islands, peninsulas, cirque river basins, secluded meanders and narrow gorges that open onto vast expanses of water. Stopping by the river is a must, and be sure to enjoy one of the many water activities: river boat rides, fishing, swimming, sailing, canoeing, rafting or dragon boating. A perfect place for observing birds of prey or deer, especially during the rutting season. Chaudes-Aigues From old French for “hot waters”, Chaudes-Aigues attests to the intense fire burning in the Earth’s core. Thirty-two springs flow here, including the famous 82°C Source du Par, the hottest natural spring in Europe. Here, hot water is everywhere, it cooks eggs, fills the washhouse, heats houses, intrigues visitors, heals the body and stimulates the mind. Even more than the castle dungeon, the gothic arch of the chapel or the statues of the town’s patron saints, it’s the water that draws visitors here. Still today, this Cantal resort is renowned for its spas and its fitness and wellness programs. Don’t miss: Geothermia: learn all there is to know about geothermal energy in space and in the depths of the ocean (origin, uses and natural occurrences of the Earth’s heat). +33 (0)4 71 23 58 76 Caldaguès – Aubrac Tourist Office: +33 (0)4 71 23 52 75 Le Cirque de Mallet Accommodation Book your accommodation online at www.auvergne-motorbike.com / in the section “My road trip” From the Mallet viewpoint (832 m), take in a unique panorama of the Cirque de Mallet with remarkable views of the Truyère and Bès river valleys. Picnic table. Discover the fully-equipped beach for a peaceful swim or for water sports: canoeing, pedal boat rentals, and more. Enter the dates for your trip, select your accommodation near the circuit for each day and then book online. Garabit Viaduct The majestic iron structure of the Garabit Viaduct has linked the two banks of the Truyère River for more than 120 years and is the object of marvel for sight-seeing tourists along the winding roads of the gorges. The history of the Garabit Viaduct is one of a feat of engineering, deemed impossible by some, that overcame nature’s obstacles to create an iron masterpiece. This prestigious structure made it possible to cross the Massif Central and linked Paris to Béziers. Designed by the roads and bridges engineer Léon Boyer, the viaduct was constructed by Gustave Eiffel from 1880 to 1884. The Garabit Viaduct drew its importance as a link between the north and the south but also as a work of art fitting in perfectly with its natural surroundings. With an unmistakeable red colour, the viaduct is beautifully illuminated at night for a unique sight. Ruynes-en-Margeride The town is dominated by a 12th century tower and the SaintMartin garden, the site of the Margeride Ecomuseum. Don’t miss: The neighbourhood around the 12th century tower and place Gambetta with its fountain. To explore: the ”Le Chemin de Ronde“ circuit available at the tourist office. Margeride Ecomuseum: +33 (0)4 71 23 43 32 Photo credits: VOLCOM média, CRDTA, F. Cormon, J. Damase, K.H. Daams Gourmet stops 1 Le chalet du Puy Mary - High in the mountains at an elevation of 1589 m, the restaurant has a large terrace for 120 diners. In a mountain chalet ambiance, delight in the chef’s regional cuisine made with local products. Everything is homemade. Col du Pas de Peyrol – open summer only – +33 (0)4 71 20 82 81 Alta Terra - This couple has made this “gourmet coffee bar” a haven of peace with a hammam and a sauna to book. For a meal or a snack, the restaurant is open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Le Pradel – Lavigerie – +33 (0)4 71 20 83 03 L’auberge d’Aijean - The chef must get his inspiration from the perfect setting of this beautiful inn at the foot of the Puy Mary. Seasonal cuisine with market products - La Gandilhon - +33 (0)4 71 20 83 43 2 Le Jarrousset - Gourmet cuisine at very reasonable prices. Taste local products with seasonal flavours. Virargues près Murat - +33 (0)4 71 20 10 69 4 Buron du col de Prat de Bouc - At the foot of the Plomb du Cantal, in a former buron mountain hut: traditional cuisine in a cosy atmosphere: truffade, Salers meat, pachade, bilberry tart… Col de Prat de Bouc - +33 (0)4 71 73 30 84 5 Buron de la Combe de la Saure - Very impressive site. The buron mountain hut with a corbelled arch was built in the 16th century. Restored by its owner, a lover of the region who lives in the Brezons Valley. Col de la Griffoul, Brezons - +33 (0)6 32 03 75 59 Hôtel du Midi - In a refined and authentic setting, the Charbonnel family serves delicate cuisine with regional products. Pierrefort - +33 (0)4 71 23 30 20 7 Le Beau Site - A panoramic restaurant with a stunning view of the viaduct: Aubrac beef fillet with Périgord sauce, zander fillet with potato scales, meadow mushroom and prawn cappuccino… Garabit - +33 (0)4 71 23 41 46 2 /2 WE Mountain passes It’s time to go travelling again - www.auvergne-motorbike.com Pas de Peyrol