Nature getaway with your four-legged friend in the Cantal region
In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationAuvergne-Rhône-Alpes / Cantal
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions16.72 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
In a few words
Between the little-known Truyère Gorges and the majestic Cantal Mountains, experience a week of escape in the heart of unspoiled nature, far from mass tourism. Come and enjoy the magnificent landscapes of Cantal with your dog .
The program includes a variety of hikes, one of which leads to a summit offering breathtaking panoramic views, a canoe trip down tranquil waters surrounded by wild landscapes, and relaxing moments in picturesque villages. An ideal stay to combine nature, disconnecting from the everyday, and discovering the heritage of the Cantal region .
The highlights
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Off-the-beaten-path routes
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Breathtaking panoramas
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A guided stay with your dog
Photos
Sport
Level
Kayaking and Canoeing
In figures
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 4h
- Average distance/day: 12 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 260 m
- Average daily descent: 260 m
Canoeing / Kayaking
- Average duration/day: 3h
- Majority river class : Class 1 - calm river
Management
Program
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Brezons Valley
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Distance 10 km
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 200 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The Brezons valley and its waterfalls (3 hiking routes to choose from with several levels of difficulty), Vidèche viewpoint.
Day 1 -
Canoe
- Activity Canoeing / Kayaking
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Majority river class Class 1 - calm river
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Canoe up the Truyère gorges with your dog.
Electric boat available for an additional €40.
Day 2 -
The northern Truyère gorges
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Distance 10 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Walk in the Truyère gorges with its viewpoints and swimming.
Day 3 -
The campsite hike
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Distance 20 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You will set off directly on foot from the campsite with your dog, to discover typical villages and viewpoints overlooking the Cantal mountains.
Day 4 -
Murat
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You will be visiting the medieval town of Murat.
Day 5 -
The hike to the Plomb du Cantal
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Distance 10 km
- Positive elevation gain 300 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
A breathtaking hike to the highest peak in the Cantal mountains.
Day 6 -
Chaudes-Aigues
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Visit to Chaudes-Aigues and the Geothermia Museum (accessible to dogs).
Day 7 -
The gorges of the southern Truyère
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Distance 10 km
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 200 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Hiking in the southern part of the Truyère gorges, surrounded by magnificent landscapes.
Day 8
Note
This is a typical example of a week, but all activities can be adapted to your preferences and the weather.
Accommodation
bare pitch on the campsite
Inside the cabin you will find beds and a kitchenette, as well as a terrace with a view of the valley.
The cabin is not equipped with a bathroom: you have to go to the communal toilets of the campsite.
The Pods are fully equipped: kitchen and bathroom in the accommodation.
1 double bed and two armchairs that can be converted into extra beds.
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- A dog accompanied by a person
- The activities mentioned
- The bare camping pitch
- The dog kit (treat, ball and poop bags)
The price does not include
- Professional guidance
- Transportation
- Drinks
- Meals
- Bed linen and cleaning in the accommodations
Options
- Single bed sheets : CHF9.15 / unit
- Double bed sheets : CHF13.72 / unit
- Pod cleaning after stay : CHF64.04 / unit
- Cleaning the cabin after the stay : CHF50.31 / unit
- Cleaning of the chalet after the stay : CHF73.18 / unit
- Breakfasts : CHF109.78 / unit
- Half board : CHF288.16 / unit
- Full board : CHF397.94 / unit
- 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
The water sports center will provide all the equipment for your canoe trip.
Equipment to bring
- Cap or hat
- First aid kit
- Sunglasses
- Camping equipment (tent, sleeping bag, mattress)
- Household products
- Sheets and towels
- Basket, bowl and food for your dog
Clothing to bring
- T-shirts
- Pants or shorts
- Hiking socks
- Hiking shoes
- Warm clothes for the evening
- Swimsuit
