Espace Trail Massif Cantalien - Parcours

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Ascent to Plomb du Cantal: the highest point in the département, offering one of the finest panoramas in the Massif Central. The orientation table at the summit helps you identify the many features of the panorama.

The characteristics of the route.

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Le Lioran (15)

Distance 12.2 km
Elevation gain 770 m
Elevation lost 770 m
Min. elevation 1232 m
Max. elevation. 1854 m
Duration (depending on pace) 4h
Marking Yes

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Marking : Green signposting.
Equipments : Free car park, Car park, Play area, Picnic area, Orientation board,
Good plans : -For your safety, please check the weather forecast before setting off on your hike. -To preserve the environment in which you are located, please avoid leaving garbage in nature. -Remember to take the appropriate equipment for the weather conditions and the hiking itinerary (hiking boots, water bottle, cap, sunglasses, jacket...).

Delicate passages : Difficult descent to Puy du Rocher: ladders set into the rock. Not recommended in foggy weather. Frequent snow accumulation in spring near ridges (Plomb du Cantal, Pas des Alpins).

Admission fee : Free access.

Opening : All year round. Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Read before you go!
Difficult descent to Puy du Rocher: ladders set into the rock. Not recommended in foggy weather. Frequent snow accumulation in spring near ridges (Plomb du Cantal, Pas des Alpins).

Area : Le Lioran

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