Cantal

Winter getaways to the volcanoes of Auvergne

Name: Winter getaways to the volcanoes of Auvergne
Rating: 5 (7 reviews)

5/5 (7 reviews)

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Winter getaways to the volcanoes of Auvergne

In summary

Sports

Hiking / Trekking , Snowshoeing
Duration
5 days
Level
Intermediate

Levels

Hiking / Trekking

Snowshoeing

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.

Beginner

For those wishing to walk for 3 to 4 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, or trails, or across rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

Intermediate

For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

Confirmed

For those wishing to hike for approximately 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 500 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in sports activities 1 to 2 times 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 1,000 meters of elevation gain, off-trail or on rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports 2 to 3 times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.

Expert

For those who want to hike intensely for 7 to 8 hours a day with over 1,000 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.
Destination
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes / Cantal
Age
From 16 - 90 years
CO₂-Emissions
52.41 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

The volcanoes of Auvergne offer an ideal setting for snowshoeing; come and discover this magnificent region ! Staying in a comfortable and welcoming hotel in the village of Laveissière, you'll be perfectly situated for the three hikes planned during your stay. As you climb the surrounding mountains, you'll discover a breathtaking winter landscape with forests, vast open spaces, and snow-capped peaks stretching as far as the eye can see. Your guide, passionate about the region, will immerse you in its world and reveal nature and its secrets. For a winter holiday far from the stress of the city, this trip will transport you and help you unwind!

The highlights

A warm and welcoming atmosphere with homemade local cuisine
Snowshoeing on the great volcano of Cantal
A local guide will introduce you to the secrets of the region.

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Jenny - verified review - february 2025

Gaillane - verified review - january 2025

Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

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.

In figures

Snowshoes

Average duration/day: 5h
Average distance/day: 11 km
Average daily elevation gain: 500 m
Average daily descent: 500 m
Maximum altitude: 1650 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.

Band : 1 supervisor for 5 to 8 people

Accompagnateur de montagne local

The activity is supervised by a qualified local mountain guide.

Program

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Welcome
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Your arrival is scheduled from 5 pm . After completing the administrative formalities , you will settle into your room and explore the premises . A welcome drink will be followed by a detailed presentation of your stay. The day will conclude with a convivial dinner .
Day 1
The Golneuf plateau (1500m)
- Transportation Minibus - 00h10 - 5km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Distance 10 km
- Positive elevation gain 450 m
- Negative elevation 450 m
- Maximum altitude 1450 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
You will set off to explore the Golneuf plateau , located at an altitude of 1500 meters , a vast hilly area used as summer pasture . Throughout your hike , you will enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountain range , including the distinctive volcanic plateaus of the Cantal and the nearby Cézallier .
Day 2
The volcano's ridges towards the Peyre Ourse rock
- Transportation Minibus - 00h15 - 10km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Distance 10 km
- Positive elevation gain 550 m
- Negative elevation 550 m
- Maximum altitude 1650 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
The day's route combines forest paths and open spaces leading to the Pierre de l'Ours (Bear Stone) . From this viewpoint , you'll overlook the Alagnon Valley , where your hotel is located. This wild valley offers a captivating spectacle with breathtaking views of the Cantal massif and the neighboring Sancy mountains .
Day 3
Grandval cirque, at the foot of the Plomb du Cantal (1855m)
- Transportation Minibus - 00h20 - 15km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Distance 12 km
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 500 m
- Maximum altitude 1650 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
You will depart from the Prat de Bouc pass , a renowned Nordic skiing center, to reach the Grandval glacial cirque . Your route will cross the beginning of the Brezons valley , a summer pastoral site dotted with traditional burons ( shepherd's huts), often covered in snow in winter.
Day 4
End of stay
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The stay ends after breakfast ; rooms must be vacated before 10am .
Day 5

Note

A varied hiking program to discover the diverse facets of the Cantal volcano. However, this program is not guaranteed, as factors beyond our control may alter its organization.

Accommodation

🏨 2-star hotel

Access

Departure

Hôtel Bellevue, 15300 Laveissière Cantal

Day 1 : 17h00

End of stay

Hôtel Bellevue, 15300 Laveissière Cantal

Day 5 - 10h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train

Take the train toGare de Murat

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.

Access by car

Travel to the place of stay with parking available

🚘 From Clermont-Ferrand take the A75, then the N122 towards Murat: approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.

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Price details

The price includes

Accommodation in a 2-star hotel, in a double or triple room
Full board
Activities are supervised by qualified professionals.
The provision of snowshoes and poles
Transportation to the activity locations

The price does not include

Round-trip transportation to the place of stay
Drinks
Personal expenses
The tourist tax paid to the tourist office: €1.10

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

Equipment provided on site

TSL brand rackets
Non-telescopic poles

Equipment to bring

Backpack of approximately 40L
Sleeping bag sheet
Picnic
Airtight container for picnics
Gourd
Hiking shoes
Lightweight shoes
Telescopic poles
Sunglasses
Cap
Gloves
Camera
Toiletries
Headlamp

Clothing to bring

Waterproof windproof jacket
Fleece jacket
Breathable walking clothes
Change of clothes
Warm clothing, but suitable for winter hiking.
Waterproof trousers
gaiters

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers

5/5

(7 reviews)

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Patrick - 61 ans

february 2025 In a group

Published on 28/02/2025

Gilles - 63 ans

february 2025 In a couple

Translated from French

Our stay met our expectations

Published on 23/02/2025

Gracianne - 60 ans

february 2025 In a group

Translated from French

Excellent organization; our hosts and guides are passionate about their work, they offered us a wonderful experience, a warm welcome, and hikes off the beaten track.

Published on 23/02/2025

Decathlon Travel Partner

The Gaëtan et Anne-Sophie team

4.8/5 (42 reviews) • 11 stays

Specializing in the Cantal region, our partner offers all-inclusive, self-guided or guided holidays throughout the year. Whether hiking, mountain biking, or cycle touring in the summer, or snowshoeing in the winter to enjoy the pristine white landscape, each itinerary celebrates the diversity of this wild mountain range. A turnkey solution for exploring the volcanoes of Auvergne in every season.

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