Elevation Profile
381–779 m
A very immersive waymarked route through wild, unspoilt countryside. Fairly steep tracks climb between Montmiot and Foncuberte, followed by a narrow woodland trail towards Vollore-Montagne. The route then follows rocky tracks that can be physically demanding over several difficult sections. It descends on quiet, attractive tracks with fine views of this mountain area, then heads towards Aubusson-d’Auvergne along a fairly steep path emerging above the ruins of the former Château de Montgon. After briefly crossing Aubusson, the route circles Lac d’Aubusson, reaches Tournebize and La Souche, crosses the Espinasse stream valley, and returns via Champblanc.
At a Glance
- Duration
- 3.0hrs
- Distance
- 27.0km
- Elevation +
- +684 m
- Elevation -
- -686 m
At a Glance
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Departure / Arrival · Centre nature des 4 vents (Aubusson d'Auvergne)
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