New Year's Eve winter hikes in the heart of Cantal
In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationAuvergne-Rhône-Alpes / Massif Central
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AgeFrom 16 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions85.07 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
In a few words
Start the year off beautifully and gently by strapping on your snowshoes and letting your gaze wander across the gentle slopes of the snow-covered summer pastures. Walk through this white blanket and savor the magical effects of winter , explore the surrounding nature, and breathe in the fresh mountain air of our Cantal region. The warm and authentic atmosphere of Bellevue will allow you to end the year on a high note and better prepare for the next. Take advantage of New Year's Eve to unwind with this snowshoeing getaway and leave with good resolutions for the new year.
The highlights
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A unique natural immersion: snowshoeing on the snow-covered volcanoes of Auvergne
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Professional supervision: qualified guides for safe activities
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Friendly atmosphere: welcome drinks and festive New Year's Eve celebration, warm moments guaranteed
Photos
Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
In figures
Snowshoes
- Average duration/day: 5h30
- Average distance/day: 8 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 300 m
- Average daily descent: 300 m
Management
French
Program
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Arrival at your accommodation
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Arrival from 5pm, check-in, welcome drink and presentation of the stay, dinner.
Day 1 -
The Golneuf plateau
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 15km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h30
- Distance 8 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Ascent to the Golneuf plateau (1500 m) and to the foot of the Seycheuse.
Just above the hotel is a gently rolling plateau where the view stretches to the horizon.
Day 2 -
The crest of the Sagne du Porc
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 15km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h30
- Distance 8 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Hike along the ridge of Sagne du Porc and Peyre de l'Ours. Forest tracks, clearings, and woodland edges are on the agenda. We'll wind our way between fir trees laden with heavy snowfall to reach Peyre de l'Ours.
Day 3 -
Puy du Rocher
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 15km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h30
- Distance 8 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Hike to Puy du Rocher (1813m.) starting from the cirque of Prat-de-Bouc.
Prat-de-Bouc is the Cantal region's premier Nordic skiing destination. We'll head to the cirque's ridge, which will lead us to Puy du Rocher, where a beautiful 360° panorama awaits us.
Day 4 -
The summit of the Eagle's Beak
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 15km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h30
- Distance 8 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Starting in the forest, we then ascend a broad ridge, which is part of the Way of St. James in summer. Between the Alagnon valley and the Vassivière valley, we will reach the summit of the Bec de l'Aigle at 1700 m, a truly breathtaking experience.
Day 5 -
The glacial cirque of Eylac
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 15km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h30
- Distance 8 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
The glacial cirque of Eylac at the foot of Puy Mary. The majestic Eylac cirque and Puy Mary as a backdrop. A route that passes under the Brèche de Roland or perhaps all the way to the Pas de Peyrol pass if the weather permits. Regardless, the vast landscape is equally beautiful on both sides.
Day 6 -
End of stay
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The stay ends after breakfast. Rooms must be vacated by 10:00 AM. This program is an example of what can be arranged; it may be subject to change depending on various factors.
Day 7
Note
The evening of December 31st is not a New Year's Eve dance party, but an enhanced meal.
Accommodation
You will be staying at the Gîte Hôtel Bellevue. Located in the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park , you will enjoy a unique setting with a relaxing lounge featuring a cozy fireplace, a library and a billiards table.
A storage area for equipment (rackets, shoes) and a drying room for clothes and shoes will be made available to you.
Access
Go to the starting point
If you arrive by train at Murat station, we provide a shuttle service for both the outward and return journeys:
- On arrival Sunday evening: shuttle for the arrival of the 6:26 pm train; shuttle service to be set up at 6:30 pm
- On the return journey on Thursday and/or Saturday for the arrival of the 11:10 train, the shuttle will be in place at 10:30.
From Clermont-Ferrand take the A75, then the N122 towards Murat: approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Price details
The price includes
- Full board
- Accommodation in a double or triple room
- The meal on December 31st
- Household linen
- Daily cleaning of rooms and bathrooms
- Activities are supervised by qualified professionals.
- The provision of the equipment necessary for practicing the activity
- Transportation from the establishment to hiking locations
The price does not include
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tourist tax: €1.10 per person, per night
- Transportation to the place of stay
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Clothing to bring
- Mountain mittens or gloves ( consider bringing a spare lightweight pair )
- A pair of silk gloves
- A waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex type)
- Waterproof trousers (Gore-Tex type)
- Gaiters
- A beanie
