Ressourcement sur le volcan Cantal

Rejuvenation and authenticity

On the Cantal volcano

  • Autumn
  • Auvergne
  • Cantal
  • Spring
  • Summer
Period :Mai à octobre
Duration :Un à plusieurs jours

Les Hautes Terres --- A unique blend of rejuvenation and authenticity

What better way to unwind than on the Cantal Volcano?!

A "typical day" to unwind on the Cantal Volcano:

  • Biodiversity on our Espaces Naturels Sensibles (Sensitive Natural Areas) trails;
  • The Wow effect as you scale our mountains;
  • After all that exercise, the reward!
  • Easy going activities to help you relax.

Come and discover our Espaces Naturels Sensibles, exceptional sites All different but complementary! What do they all have in common? Volcanic history & the mark of mankind!

Wow effect 

Climbing up our mountains

  • The magnificent Puy Mary, awarded the “Grand site de France” label
  • Approximately 45 minutes’ walk from the Pas de Peyrol mountain pass to the summit
  • The effort is rewarded by a breathtaking panoramic view of the Cantalien mountains and the Massif du Sancy.
  • The not-to-be-missed Plomb du Cantal, the highest peak of the Cantal volcano at an altitude of 1855 m.
  • Can be reached by cable car from Le Lioran resort or on foot (4hrs) and from the Col de Prat de Bouc mountain pass (3 hours and 30 minutes).
  • The most discreet but just as stunning: Mont-Journal.
  • An estimated 4-hour walk from Ferrières Saint Mary.
  • Once at the summit, there is a breathtaking view of the Planèze de Saint-Flour, Le Cézallier, La Margeride and, of course, the Monts du Cantal!

Le Puy Mary

Puy Mary

After all that exercise, the reward! Would you rather take a break for a picnic? Or a crêpe at the foot of the mountain? Follow us; here are some of our suggestions!