• Trail running initiation or improvement in the Puy-de-Dôme
  • Trail running initiation or improvement in the Puy-de-Dôme
  • Trail running initiation or improvement in the Puy-de-Dôme
  • Trail running initiation or improvement in the Puy-de-Dôme
  • Trail running initiation or improvement in the Puy-de-Dôme
Puy-de-Dôme / Massif Central

Trail running initiation or improvement in the Puy-de-Dôme

4,8/5 (14 reviews)
Réf : QLNYSG

In summary

  • Sports
    Trail running
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    All levels

    Levels

    Trail running
    All levels
    Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision, program, or group will be tailored to each person's level.
  • Destination
    Puy-de-Dôme / Massif Central
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    24.5 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
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French

In a few words

Do you want to discover mountain trail running and improve your skills amidst the peaks of the Massif Central ? Our instructors, mountain trail running specialists, will give you their best advice to improve your trail running technique , your use of poles, and your positioning on descents. We will also have the opportunity to discuss training and nutrition techniques that will allow you to improve every day.

This trail running course will take place in the heart of the most beautiful Auvergne mountains , at the foot of the Puy de Sancy and up to the summit of this iconic mountain, which forms the roof of the Massif Central . We will have the opportunity to explore the trails and discover the unique terrain, halfway between the volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys and views that sometimes evoke the Alps.

The highlights

  • An all-inclusive stay: accommodation + meals + supervision
  • Technical workshops (poles, downhill technique, effort management, etc.) to help you progress
  • Friendly accommodation just a stone's throw from the Mont-Dore resort
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Sport

Level

Trail running

All levels

Levels

Trail running
All levels
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision, program, or group will be tailored to each person's level.
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision, program, or group will be tailored to each person's level.

The expert's opinion

Two ability groups will be formed: you will be placed in one of these two groups, according to your current fitness level, by the instructors on site. You will participate in small groups on outings that can last up to 5 hours per day , including breaks. The elevation changes are minimal.

In figures

Trail and road running

  • Average distance/day: 18 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 1034 m
  • Average daily descent: 1034 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 4 to 14 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Accompagnateur de Moyenne Montagne

You will be supervised by a Mountain Leader (AMM) specializing in trail running.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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    Puy de Sancy and Puy de Cliergues

    • Activity Trail and road running
    • Distance 15 km
    • Positive elevation gain 700 m
    • Negative elevation 700 m
    • Accommodation Youth hostel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Welcome at 10:30 am in front of the Mont-Dore mountain welcome centre, the Grand Volcan .

    Initiation (15 km — 700 D+):

    1. 11am-4pm: For this first day, we will head out for a direct immersion in the surrounding peaks . We will make our way towards the highest peak of the Massif Central: the Puy de Sancy . which reaches an altitude of 1885 meters. We will also pass by other peaks overlooking our accommodation.

    Advanced level (29 km — 1,200 m elevation gain):

    1. 11am-4pm: For this first day, we will head out for a direct immersion in the surrounding peaks . We will make our way towards the highest peak of the Massif Central: the Puy de Sancy . which reaches an altitude of 1885 meters. We will also pass by other peaks overlooking our accommodation.


    During the day, we will conduct a specific workshop on downhill technique : how to improve efficiency, how to position yourself to tackle descents in trail running? How to overcome your apprehension of downhill running to gain confidence and speed in key sections?


    Late afternoon: Check-in at accommodation.


    During the evening, you will benefit from a session led by our coaches to improve your performance. This may focus on the key elements of trail running training planning or on a video analysis of the afternoon's descents, allowing you to identify your strengths and weaknesses in this crucial aspect of the race.

    Day 1

Accommodation

🏠 Youth hostel - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Youth hostel - Days 1 to 2
🏠 Youth hostel - Days 1 to 2

The "Le Grand Volcan" youth hostel is ideally located at the foot of the slopes. Thanks to its privileged location, 4 km outside Mont-Dore, all mountain activities are within easy reach (downhill skiing, hiking, trail running, etc.).

Access

Departure
"Le Grand Volcan" à Mont-Dore
Day 1 : 10h30
End of stay
Mont-Dore
Day 3 - 15h30

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Clermont-Ferrand
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Supervision by a mountain guide specializing in trail running
  2. Accommodation in rooms for 2 to 5 people
  3. Meals, from dinner on the first day of the internship to lunch on the last day of the internship
  4. The ever-present view of the volcanoes surrounding Mont-Dore
  5. Workshops and advice for improving your trail running

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point and from the end-of-internship location
  2. Lunch (picnic) on the first day at noon
  3. Drinks and personal expenses

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

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4,8/5
(14 reviews)
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M

Manuel

september 2026
Translated from French
A supportive group, open, professional and flexible management
  • Manuel
Published on 15/09/2026
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Thibault

may 2026
Translated from French
First time participating in a trail running training camp. We were placed in the right group for our ability level. Perfect for improving and having fun. Another camp is definitely in order.
Published on 05/05/2026
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Olivier

may 2026
Translated from French
Superb experience! I'll definitely do it again.
  • Olivier
  • Olivier
  • Olivier
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  • Olivier
Published on 05/05/2026

They traveled with us

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4,8/5
(14 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
M

Manuel

september 2026
Translated from French
A supportive group, open, professional and flexible management
  • Manuel
Published on 15/09/2026
T

Thibault

may 2026
Translated from French
First time participating in a trail running training camp. We were placed in the right group for our ability level. Perfect for improving and having fun. Another camp is definitely in order.
Published on 05/05/2026
O

Olivier

may 2026
Translated from French
Superb experience! I'll definitely do it again.
  • Olivier
  • Olivier
  • Olivier
  • Olivier
  • Olivier
  • Olivier
Published on 05/05/2026
F

Franck

may 2025
Translated from French
An internship that met my expectations and was truly successful.
Published on 26/05/2025
A

Amelie

may 2025
Translated from French
Fantastic trip! The organization and guide were top-notch. We were completely guided throughout the three days. Excellent advice and magnificent scenery. We would definitely do it again.
Published on 26/05/2025
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Emilie

may 2025
Translated from French
The instructors were very friendly and interesting.
Published on 22/05/2025
c

charlotte

may 2025
Translated from French
Fantastic trail running trip! The guides were excellent, and the hostel was great.
Published on 21/05/2025
c

christian

may 2025
Translated from French
A very enjoyable internship with attentive and caring instructors. They were very professional and offered excellent advice, which is exactly what I was looking for in this internship.
Published on 21/05/2025
h

harry

may 2025
Translated from French
A magnificent 3-day stay in Mont d'Or, a complete immersion in trail running – a super stage!
Published on 20/05/2025
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Astrid

september 2024
Published on 09/10/2024
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The Clément team

4.9/5 (130 reviews) • 119 stays
Spécialiste de l'organisation de séjours et stages de trail depuis 2016, notre partenaire local vous invite à explorer les plus beaux sentiers de France en courant. Son équipe d'encadrants, composée de traileurs de haut niveau et d'accompagnateurs en montagne diplômés, met son expertise au service de votre progression. Que vous soyez débutant souhaitant s'initier ou expert en quête d'un « week-end choc » ou d'une reconnaissance de course, chaque itinéraire est conçu pour s'adapter à votre rythme. Du séjour itinérant au stage technique, l'objectif reste le même : partager les secrets de la discipline et optimiser vos performances au cœur de terrains de jeux exceptionnels.
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