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Everything you need to know before you goAddress
Château de Montlosier, 63970 Aydat, France
GPS coordinates
45.7032695, 3.3448536
Phone
04 73 65 64 00
Starting Point
The trailhead for the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park is located in Saint-Ours-les-Roches, in the Puy-de-Dôme department.
When?
Opening hours
Open 24 hours every day
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
Weather (next days)
Loading
How much?
Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
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What to bring?
Gear
- Hiking shoes Essential
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
45.7032695, 3.3448536
Center
04 73 65 64 00
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to knowHard
800.00 m
1886.00 m
31h30
No
No
No, this trail is classified as Hard difficulty and spans 120 km with 31h30 of hiking time, making it suitable only for experienced hikers with excellent fitness levels. This is a challenging multi-day trek, not recommended for beginners or casual walkers.
The total hiking duration is 31h30 for the complete 120 km route. Most hikers will need multiple days to complete this trail, so plan accordingly with accommodation and supplies.
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