• Guided hike in the Pilat Regional Natural Park
  • Guided hike in the Pilat Regional Natural Park
  • Guided hike in the Pilat Regional Natural Park
  • Guided hike in the Pilat Regional Natural Park
  • Guided hike in the Pilat Regional Natural Park
  • Guided hike in the Pilat Regional Natural Park
Massif Central / Puy-de-Dôme

Guided hike in the Pilat Regional Natural Park

Réf : JALWQS

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Massif Central / Puy-de-Dôme
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    26.66 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group

In a few words

Escape to the Pilat Regional Natural Park for a hiking holiday in this exceptional setting! Classified as a French landscape heritage site since 2015 , this area is considered a must-see among French landscapes. Its natural richness, encompassing dense forests, sunny valleys, and steep peaks, makes it the ideal place to admire preserved flora and fauna from the trails. You'll have the opportunity to savor delicious local cuisine to revitalize you. A stay in a magnificent natural environment promises wonder and rejuvenation for your holiday!

The highlights

  • Discover the iconic Crêts site (panoramas, heathland and summit flora...)
  • Guided hikes with a mid-mountain guide
  • A gourmet diet that showcases local gastronomy
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 5h
  • Average distance/day: 18 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 490 m
  • Average daily descent: 490 m
  • Maximum altitude: 1432 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Supervisor
You will be accompanied by a state-certified mountain guide.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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    The Nordic Pilat and the discovery of the Great Woods

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 3h
    • Distance 10 km
    • Positive elevation gain 265 m
    • Negative elevation 265 m
    • Maximum altitude 1170 m
    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    The Bessat region and the Grands Bois forest are popular year-round. In summer, you can enjoy the cool shade of the undergrowth; in autumn, you can pick mushrooms; and in winter, you can cross-country ski on the snow-covered trails. This is the perfect place to recharge your batteries while strolling along the Furan springs.

    Day 1

Accommodation

🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 2

For over 100 years, four generations have welcomed guests to the Hôtel de France, located in the heart of the Pilat Regional Natural Park. This small hotel offers nine renovated rooms, all equipped with a television and Wi-Fi. You will appreciate the friendly atmosphere of our restaurant, featuring traditional cuisine and our house specialties.


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Price details

The price includes

  1. The hikes are accompanied by a state-certified guide.
  2. 2 nights in a hotel in a double room
  3. Full board: 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 1 picnic lunch and 1 lunch at a hostel
  4. The tourist tax

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to get to Bessat
  2. Insurance
  3. Drinks not included in the menu
  4. Visits/activities not included in the program
  5. The “solo supplement” if you are travelling alone

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Extra night before stay - Single room : CHF98.80 / unit
  2. Extra night before stay - Double room : CHF129.20 / unit
  3. Additional night after stay - Single room : CHF98.80 / unit
  4. Additional night after stay - Double room : CHF129.20 / unit
  5. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

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Our partner team

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As specialists in the Pilat mountain range, our local partner relies on a team of passionate individuals who know the region like the back of their hand. Their advisors and mountain guides are dedicated to sharing their best tips to help you discover this unique area, renowned for its diverse landscapes. They offer authentic outdoor activities to enjoy in every season, bringing you closer to the local biodiversity.
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