Things to see and do Cantal

Roller, skateboard, ATV, electric bike, race or walking, so many sports activities to experiment on this Green Track in Sumène Artense! Fifteen kilometers of smooth coating, entirely dedicated to pleasure and physical training. From Parensol (on Bassignac commune) in Cheyssac (on the commune of Vebret), you are here in the heart of the Central Massif, in the department of Cantal.
From April to October, the Pôle Rental welcomes you for the rental of ATV, rollers, trottinettes, for all ages and electric bikes.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 15 km.

Difficulty: easy.

Learn more about www.pisteverte-cantal.fr

In Cantal, cycling on track would almost become an institution! Were you familiar with this steel device, down the kilometres of disused railway tracks? Well, let us know that the Pédalorail of the Great country of Salers reserves a national exclusivity: electrical assistance! And if the most reckless will categorically refuse to appeal, this innovation has the merit of making the activity accessible to the greatest number. In a region that is so hilly, it can also be pleasant!

Tariff: from 15 € to 40 € by Vélorail (4 to 5 people); recommended reservation at 04 71 69 15 15 or by e-mail.

Duration: from 35 minutes to 2 hours depending on the chosen circuit.

Place of departure: Drignac-Ally station.

It's in fact Chassagne that you will need to go to start this botanical trail. At the exit of the hamlet, follow the small flower flower. Flowers, trees, shrubs and even orties: everything goes there! Whether you are a novice or an expert in the field, you will learn more from the labels bearing the species names. If the first ones may be satisfied with the name in French, the others may try to retain it in Latin. And in any case, this trail will guarantee you a pleasant outdoor moment.

Tariff: free.

Duration: an hour.

Difficulty: easy.

Two small hours of walking that you won't see! Starting from Saint-Cirgues-de-Jordanne, about minutes drive from Aurillac on the road to the Puy Mary, the path takes you into the den of the gorges. Signposted signs are also marked with panels that help you identify the different animal and plant species that live in this area. With passages 60 metres deep by location, bridges and bridges will delight young adventurers, but attention: it is forbidden to get there.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h.

Difficulty: .

Did you know that the first open cinema in the Cantal was at Falgoux? And yes, this small village often called "the end of the world" had a rich cow's trader who equipped its commune before Aurillac! It is in the rural foyer of the Site House. Here the main topic concerns wildlife and enparticulier birds. You will have a very nice exhibition on the Rapaces of Europe as well as on owls and other owls, other fans of the black screen of your white nights. You will also be given plenty of ideas to explore the Mars Valley. If, if there is life on Mars… A "magic tree" shares his memories with children, who will learn everything about volcanoes. 

Located in an ancient house, between the town hall and the Cère, this House of Sites has for theme, fauna, flora and landscape. You can freely visit the panoramic exhibition offering wall panels, animal models, plant samples, etc.

You can also take part in guided walks in the discovery of animals, including wolves. Also information for excursions to the Curiosités valley. Mountain biking space.

Among the beautiful villages of Saint-flour, Chaliers stands out by its exceptional site, a rocky promontory overlooking the Truyère and offers a beautiful panorama on the Monts mountains. He entered history from 20 to 26 June 1380, when Bertrand Du Guesclin placed the seat ahead of Chaliers and delivered his castle. He distinguished himself in 2016 with a presentation of village accommodation at the French pavilion of the Biennale of Architecture of Venice.

Its peaceful character, its breathtaking view of the Truyère gorge, is ideal for exploring its rich heritage, including the Saint-Michel church, dating from the th century, blending Romanesque and Gothic style. You will notice its novel portal with its bichromes boudin, supported by columns with corinthians capitals. The presbytery, built in the th century, is remarkable for its sculpted stone door frame. Take a detour, it's really worth it.

A guide proposes to discover the tower of Saint-Étienne Castle on Wednesdays of July and August. Overlooking the city, the square tower of the castle offers a pleasant panorama of Aurillac and its surroundings. Aurillac is also one of the three highest prefectures in France! The castle has successively housed abbots, prefects and teachers before becoming the Museum des Volcans in the late 1990 s. It now contains explanations and illustrations about the functioning of the earth and the formation of the auvergnat landscape.

Tariff: € 4,50 (€ 2,50 for children aged 6 to 18).

Duration: 1 h.

Difficulty: easy.

On reservation only. Departure subject to a minimum of 8 persons registered.

Official naturist beach on the water. Access exclusively by Domaine de la.

The Gentiane Express is a tourist train based in Riom-ès-Montagnes. It partly follows the line from Bort-les-Orgues to Neussargues. This train offers visitors a unique experience to discover the Haute-Auvergne region. The train offers both round-trip and single journeys, with different fares for different categories (adults, children, reduced fares, groups, etc.). It is also possible to reserve seats on regular trains or charter a train for groups. Please note that dogs and pets are not allowed on the train.