Sports events Puy-De-Dôme

Housed in a crater with almost perfectly circular contour, Pavin Lake has a supernatural appearance. According to season and climate, its waters vary from turquoise blue to very dark grey, due to the depth of its centre: 93 metres. Legend tells us that it houses a submerged city, drowned by the Devil's tears! If it is a natural curiosity, it does not pose any danger. A trail allows you to turn around in 1 h at the edge of the wood surrounding it.

You will surely be married to fishermen and mountaineers who also enjoy this atypical decor.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 1 h.

Difficulty: .

At the beginning of Chambon-sur-Lac, the 250 participants heat the engines to reach the summit of Mont-Dore, some 5 kilometers further! At a height of 381 m for an average slope of 7,5%, this stage of the France and Europe Championship celebrated its fiftieth edition in 2010. Considered to be 100 m of motor sport, this discipline always impresses, and to believe the many spectators who massage along the course, the vibrations of the cylinders do not tremble only the mountains of Auvergne, but also the hearts of their guardians.

The Lakes Round is organised by passionate members of the Mountain Mountain Mountain Summit (SLVTT). One objective: allow cyclists to discover the lakes, castles and summits of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Park under the best conditions. Each year, three new courses are offered according to the levels of practice (25 km, 50 km or 75 km) with differences ranging from 500 m to 2 400 m. Think of registering if the adventure is trying!

25 th edition and 4 new exceptional courses. Usability is the watchword of the test. Entertainment, concerts and shows take place in Ambert and in the municipalities crossed, as well as the greedy refuelling on the 3 routes, and a village of know-how and gastronomy on the arrival stage… Since the creation of the test, 28 500 participants have shared these rare moments, together with the 600 volunteers involved.

Sancy Outdoor, it's always more sensations, new sports, more riders, more extreme, more BMX, more skate and more exciting and amazing animations to test for two days and totally free. The Sancy Outdoor 2015 celebrates its 10 years! A village of exhibitors in a 12 hectare park, the Parc Fenestre, will be the starting point and the focal point of a strong weekend in activities, competitions and shows…

In Auvergne, volcanoes attract visitors to both winter and summer. Located in the heart of the Massif Massif, the volcanic cone of Mont-Dore is famous for its ski area and spa. Lovers of cross-country skiing and snowshoes can give you an appointment in the Capuchin area. It has three cross-country ski loops, 1,5 km, 2,8 km and 4,5 km, as well as longer round-trip trails. Different routes are available for snowshoes, but all can be found in a multi-activity circuit and a circuit for children who allow skiers to meet snowshoes and hikers.

Tariff: € 7 for the day (€ 5,50 for young people).

Duration: the choice.

Difficulty: .

The GTC consists of four circuits of 12, 22 and 33 km and a 68 km full race. Some events have been created to make the challenge more challenging and to surprise the participants. Last year, two races were qualifying for the UTPMB. Departures and arrivals are at the Zénith d'Auvergne and the circuits are spread out around Pérignat, La Roche-Blanche, the Gergovie plateau, Romagnat, Ceyrat and up to the puy de Dôme for the longest course. The event is open to all, as well as to company and community teams with the Challenge Entreprises.

A convivial corrida in the heart of Ambert in a very nice atmosphere where the runners are disguised. At the end of the race, all participants are invited to a large campground and the best disguise will be rewarded.

Distance: 6 km.

Departure: at 6:30 p. m. at the town hall. € 8 per person, free for anyone under 25 years of age.

Difficulty: easy.

Since 2018, the Clermontoise, which was then blowing its 10 years, has been renamed Clermont en Rose, from the name of the brand new association that is responsible for the organization. The objective remains the same: to support research against breast cancer, charitable actions and improve the living conditions of patients. In Clermont, we are witnessing a real pink tsunami! In 2022, more than 10,000 people participated, alone or with friends, sometimes with strollers, and ran the 5 kilometer loop. All profits are donated to associations fighting against breast cancer. In more than ten years, the race has already exceeded the million euro mark.

For the past ten years, this race in the middle of nature has been a great success for running enthusiasts. Three courses are offered: 12 km (+ 450 m of ascent), 23 km (+ 1 140 m of ascent) and 37 km (+ 1 880 m of ascent), as well as a 13 km hike/nordic walk without classification. Starting from Sauxillanges, they pass through the communes of Saint-Quentin-sur-Sauxillanges, Saint-Étienne-sur-Usson and Saint-Jean-en-Val. This is a unique opportunity to run while enjoying magnificent views of the Sancy massif and the Puy-de-Dôme.

Organized by the Lions Club of Issoire, this Ferrarissimo allows visitors to participate in initiations in prestigious cars on the car circuit of Issoire. The most famous brands are present: Ferrari, Lamborghini, Jaguar, MacLaren or Porsche, Aston Martin and Corvette. In total, more than fifty vehicles! Visitors who do not wish to drive will still be able to enjoy the excitement of the event by accessing the trackside and the museum. The funds raised will be donated to charitable organizations.

Organized by Issoire Rugby, this sporting event marks ASM's first friendly match. It has been held for 19 years at the Jacques Lavédrine complex in Issoire. It's one of the department's major sporting events: the closing match of the challenge, which brings together 2 professional teams (Top14 or European team), attracts almost 5,000 spectators every year.

For more than sixty years, the Volvic cross-country race has brought together runners from all walks of life, of all ages and from many countries. The different editions attract more than 1 500 registered runners. Organized by the Stade Clermontois Athlétisme, the cross-country race starts and finishes on the site of the Volvic spring. It brings together three very different courses, from the short to the long loop. This last one has a strong difference in level! Around the race, the event offers a relay race for families, initiations to Nordic walking, animations for children, and the cross-country fitness and health village. Put on your sneakers and embark on the adventure this year!