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Tour of the Sancy massif - 5 days
On the roof of Auvergne... New
6 days / 5 nights
With this hike, we offer you a true immersion in the mountains at the heart of the Massif Central. On these volcanic highlands, each day brings new treasures in the heart of unspoilt nature: high-altitude meadows, moors, peat bogs, steep or eroded peaks, rugged ridges, glacial lakes... The ascent of Puy de Sancy - 1,886 m - will take you to the roof of the Massif Central. From the summit ridges, you can enjoy a 360° panorama: in the distance, the Monts du Cantal, the Mézenc, the Forez... And to top it all off, the evening stopover will reveal the specialities of Auvergne, rewarding your efforts of the day !
Formules proposées
Guided tour package
Passionate about his region, the guide will share his knowledge of the landscape, geology, fauna, flora and heritage with you.
2 options:
1- You can take this itinerary with a local mountain guide (A.E.M) - groups of 4 to 6 people.
2- We also offer a star-shaped hiking package accompanied by a local guide who will show you their favourite spots in the heart of the Sancy massif.
Freedom package
- You will be provided with IGN maps (1:25,000) and a detailed guide to the hike (cartographic documents).
This trip requires a good level of fitness due to the elevation gain on some stages.
- Your accommodation, meals and visits are booked by us.
Les temps forts du voyage
- A real mountain hike
- The enchanting setting of Lake Pavin
- The ascent of Puy de Sancy
- The Cirque de la Fontaine Salée
- The breathtaking panorama at Puy de Sancy and from the summit ridges
- Mountain architecture: farms, village houses built of lava stone with slate roofs...
- numerous specialities to enjoy at your table: St Nectaire cheese, mountain charcuterie, honey...
- some of the richest mountain flora in the Massif Central, including several endemic species
NIVEAU
This trip requires good physical condition and stamina (due to the length of some stages and elevation changes). As with any multi-day sporting activity, we recommend (where possible) that you prepare physically by walking to build or improve your stamina. A few gym sessions or jogging sessions can also help prepare you for this trip.
Le PROGRAMME
A 5-stage hiking tour (circuit) that will take you along the trails of the Tour du Massif du Sancy and to its summit, the Puy de Sancy (1886m).
The stages :
Stage 1 21,5 km - elevation : + 860 m
Stage 2 14.5 km - elevation : + 475 m
Stage 3 20.5 km - elevation : + 430 m
Stage 4 22.5 km - elevation : + 880 m
Stage 5 23 km - elevation : + 650 m
PERIODS
2026 Season - From May to October
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| La prestation comprend |
| • Accommodation in hotels, lodges and guesthouses. • Lunch (picnic) and evening meals. • IGN maps of the route, stage itineraries, guidebook, summary guide & stage profiles and GPS tracks (for the self-guided option). • Supervision by a mountain guide (for the guided option). • Luggage transport (if desired). |
| La prestation ne comprend pas |
| • Cancellation insurance (4.5%) • Personal expenses |
VENIR EN TRAIN
We are all aware of the environmental impact of travelling by car. Going on holiday is a significant source of CO2 emissions, particularly because we usually travel long distances to get away from it all...
So if you are interested in ‘soft mobility’, Clermont Ferrand station is there to welcome you. You will need to take a coach to get to Mont Dore.
Simulate your train journey or contact us for further information.
With this hike, we offer you a true immersion in the mountains at the heart of the Massif Central. On these volcanic highlands, each day brings new treasures in the heart of unspoilt nature: high-altitude meadows, moors, peat bogs, steep or eroded peaks, rugged ridges, glacial lakes... The ascent of Puy de Sancy - 1,886 m - will take you to the roof of the Massif Central. From the summit ridges, you can enjoy a 360° panorama: in the distance, the Monts du Cantal, the Mézenc, the Forez... And to top it all off, the evening stopover will reveal the specialities of Auvergne, rewarding your efforts of the day !
Program
A 5-stage hiking tour (circuit) that will take you along the trails of the Tour du Massif du Sancy and to its summit, the Puy de Sancy (1886m).
The stages :
| Stage 1 21,5 km - elevation : + 860 m |
| Stage 2 14.5 km - elevation : + 475 m |
| Stage 3 20.5 km - elevation : + 430 m |
| Stage 4 22.5 km - elevation : + 880 m |
| Stage 5 23 km - elevation : + 650 m |
The hike
Source : umap.openstreetmap.fr
PERIODS
2026 Season - From May to October
Trip highlights
- A real mountain hike
- The enchanting setting of Lake Pavin
- The ascent of Puy de Sancy
- The Cirque de la Fontaine Salée
- The breathtaking panorama at Puy de Sancy and from the summit ridges
- Mountain architecture: farms, village houses built of lava stone with slate roofs...
- numerous specialities to enjoy at your table: St Nectaire cheese, mountain charcuterie, honey...
- some of the richest mountain flora in the Massif Central, including several endemic species
Guided tour package
Passionate about his region, the guide will share his knowledge of the landscape, geology, fauna, flora and heritage with you.
2 options:
1- You can take this itinerary with a local mountain guide (A.E.M) - groups of 4 to 6 people.
2- We also offer a star-shaped hiking package accompanied by a local guide who will show you their favourite spots in the heart of the Sancy massif.
Freedom package
- You will be provided with IGN maps (1:25,000) and a detailed guide to the hike (cartographic documents).
This trip requires a good level of fitness due to the elevation gain on some stages.
- Your accommodation, meals and visits are booked by us.
Niveau
This trip requires good physical condition and stamina (due to the length of some stages and elevation changes). As with any multi-day sporting activity, we recommend (where possible) that you prepare physically by walking to build or improve your stamina. A few gym sessions or jogging sessions can also help prepare you for this trip.
Travel advisories
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| La prestation comprend |
| • Accommodation in hotels, lodges and guesthouses. • Lunch (picnic) and evening meals. • IGN maps of the route, stage itineraries, guidebook, summary guide & stage profiles and GPS tracks (for the self-guided option). • Supervision by a mountain guide (for the guided option). • Luggage transport (if desired). |
| La prestation ne comprend pas |
| • Cancellation insurance (4.5%) • Personal expenses |
COME BY TRAIN
We are all aware of the environmental impact of travelling by car. Going on holiday is a significant source of CO2 emissions, particularly because we usually travel long distances to get away from it all...
So if you are interested in ‘soft mobility’, Clermont Ferrand station is there to welcome you. You will need to take a coach to get to Mont Dore.
Simulate your train journey or contact us for further information.
Guided tour package
Passionate about his region, the guide will share his knowledge of the landscape, geology, fauna, flora and heritage with you.
2 options:
1- You can take this itinerary with a local mountain guide (A.E.M) - groups of 4 to 6 people.
2- We also offer a star-shaped hiking package accompanied by a local guide who will show you their favourite spots in the heart of the Sancy massif.
Freedom package
- You will be provided with IGN maps (1:25,000) and a detailed guide to the hike (cartographic documents).
This trip requires a good level of fitness due to the elevation gain on some stages.
- Your accommodation, meals and visits are booked by us.
Niveau
This trip requires good physical condition and stamina (due to the length of some stages and elevation changes). As with any multi-day sporting activity, we recommend (where possible) that you prepare physically by walking to build or improve your stamina. A few gym sessions or jogging sessions can also help prepare you for this trip.