Hiking

Walking routes

Ready for a hike in the Auvergne volcanoes? Or perhaps you’d prefer to wander through the landscapes of the Limagne plain? Whatever your choice, we’d advise you to set off well equipped! Put on your hiking boots, pack a snack and some water in your rucksack, and don’t forget a little wool in case the weather changes… And off you go to tread the paths of the Terra Volcana walks and hikes!

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9,5 km

Château de la Roche

2h 45min Medium

Aigueperse

8,5 km

Circuit paysager

2h 30min Easy

Luzillat

25,0 km

Art roman et terres noires

Thuret

7,6 km

Béchet et le mont Chalusset

2h Hard

Châtel-Guyon

9,0 km

Circuit du petit patrimoine

2h 30min Medium

Luzillat

11,5 km

Le puy de Louchadière

At 1,198 m, the summit of the puy de Louchadière and its gleaming cone provide a playground for a wide variety of fauna. Beautiful views of the Puys chain and the puys of Sarcoui, Goules, Gouttes, Fraisse, Clerziou, Grand Suchet, puy de Dôme...

3h 45min Hard

Saint-Ours

3,0 km

Les gorges d'Enval - Les balades de Léa et Tino

1h 30min Easy

Enval

9,7 km

Entre miel et terre

Departure point: Place de l'Église From Clermont-Fd, follow signs for Pontgibaud to Saint-Ours. At the traffic circle, turn left, then left again. Park at the church.

2h 30min Medium

Saint-Ours

7,5 km

Châtel-Guyon

2h 15min Easy

Châtel-Guyon

4,1 km

Entre les bourgs

1h 15min Quite difficult

Sayat

2,7 km

Le Maar de Beaunit

1h Medium

Charbonnières-les-Varennes

25,0 km

Le Marais

Aigueperse

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Hiking in the Auvergne volcanoes and plains

Hiking in the Auvergne volcanoes and their plains offers a unique experience in the heart of an exceptional natural heritage. Located in the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park, this area is renowned for its varied landscapes: rounded peaks, panoramic ridges and vast green plains. Signposted itineraries, accessible to all abilities, allow you to discover emblematic sites such as the Puy de Dôme, the Chaîne des Puys and the Cézallier plateaux. Whether you’re planning a family outing or a long-distance trek, these trails offer breathtaking views of sleeping volcanoes and a total immersion in unspoilt nature. Numerous hiking trails are within easy reach of the Terra Volcana region, close to Clermont-Ferrand and Volvic.

Lowland and river walks

Hiking between plains and rivers in Terra Volcana is a chance to discover an authentic and soothing natural environment at the foot of the Auvergne volcanoes. Our region, in the Puy-de-Dôme, offers a wide variety of waymarked trails through fertile valleys, peaceful forests and natural waterways. The walking routes are accessible to all abilities and showcase open landscapes, ideal for family outings or sporting activities. Along the rivers, walkers can enjoy a refreshing environment, observe discreet wildlife and admire panoramic views of the Chaîne des Puys. Starting points are within easy reach of towns such as Volvic, Riom and Châtel-Guyon, allowing you to combine natural discovery with local heritage.

Volcano walks

A hike in the Terra Volcana volcanoes is a real getaway in the heart of an exceptional natural area. The trails here wind between volcanic peaks, cool forests and open plains, revealing the geological wealth of the Auvergne at every turn. The hiking routes, suitable for all levels, allow you to explore unmissable sites such as the volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys and the Volvic lava flows. With its breathtaking panoramas and peaceful atmosphere, this destination is just as appealing to those who enjoy a leisurely stroll as it is to those who love the great outdoors. Easily accessible, the starting points are spread throughout the region, offering a variety of atmospheres and landscapes for unforgettable hikes.