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Hike: The City's Balconies
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Take a grand tour of the city on foot! The “Aux balcons de la ville” route (24.6 km) combines nature and panoramic views overlooking Clermont-Ferrand. This route can be broken down into sections and is easily accessible by bus, tram, and train.
A Unique Journey Through the City and Volcanic Hills
A true green “ring route” around the metropolitan area, the “Aux balcons de la ville” trail offers a unique perspective on the Clermont-Ferrand basin. This 24.6-km route winds through the hills and slopes overlooking Clermont-Ferrand, Durtol, Chamalières, Royat, Ceyrat, Beaumont, and Aubière.
Highlights of the route:
• 100% accessible by public transit: Designed for sustainable transportation, this route can easily be started or ended at tram stations (e.g., Les Vignes, La Pardieu), T2C bus stops, or TER train stations.
• Can be done all at once or in sections: A flexible adventure that you can break up into several short walks as you wish or tackle as a single full day of hiking.
• Spectacular panoramic views: Enjoy sweeping views of the city of Clermont-Ferrand, the lava-stone cathedral, the Limagne plain, and the foothills of the Chaîne des Puys.
Difficulty: A steep climb starting from the School of Architecture and Chamalières High School toward the Cote du Bey.
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Clermont Auvergne Volcans - 30/07/2026
www.clermontauvergnevolcans.com
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Environments
Close to a public transportation
Less than 10 minutes from a bus stop on foot
Sustainable tourism
Les Vignes" or "La Pardieu" streetcar stations. Numerous T2c bus routes, as well as several streetcar stations, can be used at the start or finish of the selected section. Bicycles allowed on the streetcar, depending on traffic, at the end of the train, except from 7am to 9am and from 4pm to 7pm, Monday to Saturday.
Open period
All year round daily.
Location complements
Les Vignes" or "La Pardieu" streetcar stations. Numerous T2c bus routes, as well as several streetcar stations, can be used at the start or finish of the selected section. Bicycles allowed on the streetcar, depending on ridership, at the end of the train, except from 7am to 9am and from 4pm to 7pm, Monday to Saturday.
Contact
Phone : 04 73 98 34 00
Website : https://www.clermontmetropole.eu/en/bouger-se-divertir/a-la-decouverte-de-lagglo/itineraires-de-randonnees/21-idees-de-circuits-dans-lagglomeration-clermontoise/
Tricky passages
Steep ascent from the Ecole d'Architecture, Chamalières high school to Cote du Bey.
Animals
Yes
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