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Hiking trail "The Goul Valley". Lapeyrugue overlooks the beautiful Goul Valley: the view of the Mounts of Cantal and the Aubrac Plateau is remarkable from the village. Overlooking the River Goul, you will discover, in a superb forest of oak and chestnut trees, on your left, the department of Aveyron and the hamlet of Batut as well as Pons Dam. The hamlet of Le Mas is also amazing. This circuit is remarkable for the architectural beauty of its hamlets. This fact sheet is one of 55 available individually (€0.50) at each Visitors Bureau of the Châtaigneraie Cantalienne or to be downloaded from the Cantal Rando & Découverte app.

Situated at an altitude of 610m, overlooking the Goul valley, for almost 50 years Leucamp lived to the rhythm of mining. Ladinhac offers a hiking circuit where the harmony of the landscapes and the quality of the built heritage work wonders. As you walk along, you will discover the white waters of the surrounding streams and some of the many mills in the village, not forgetting the superb views: the Vachand Waterfall, the Goul Valley, the Mounts of Cantal, the Aubrac Plateau. A very diverse circuit where each step is a discovery. This fact sheet is one of 55 available individually (€0.50) at each Visitors Bureau of the Châtaigneraie Cantalienne or to be downloaded from the Cantal Rando & Découverte app.

Start opposite the Place de la Mairie (near the sécadou, the chestnut dryer). More family-friendly and accessible than the ‘Mills of the Goul Valley’ trail, this path will give you a different perspective on Ladinhac's small-scale built and natural heritage. This fact sheet is one of 55 available individually (€0.50) at each Visitors Bureau of the Châtaigneraie Cantalienne or to be downloaded from the Cantal Rando & Découverte app.

Hiking trail "From the mills to the Goul Valley". Ladinhac offers a hiking circuit where the harmony of the landscapes and the quality of the built heritage work wonders. As you walk along, you will discover the white waters of the surrounding streams and some of the many mills in the village, not forgetting the superb views: the Vachand Waterfall, the Goul Valley, the Mounts of Cantal, the Aubrac Plateau. A very diverse circuit where each step is a discovery. This fact sheet is one of 55 available individually (€0.50) at each Visitors Bureau of the Châtaigneraie Cantalienne or to be downloaded from the Cantal Rando & Découverte app.

Hiking trail "La Font Salada". This pleasant route, always on unpaved paths, crosses the Fontsalade stream from its source to its confluence with the Maurs near the highlight of the route: the mineral fountain of Fontsalade (from the Occitan word for "salty fountain"). This fact sheet is one of 55 available individually (€0.50) at each Visitors Bureau of the Châtaigneraie Cantalienne or to be downloaded from the Cantal Rando & Découverte app.

Mountain bike route "From Montsalvy to the Goul Valley”. Starting near the castle built on the ancient ramparts of the medieval village, this itinerary offers the opportunity to discover Montsalvy. This is an accessible and fairly easy route which offers beautiful panoramas, in particular that of the Puy de l'Arbre, which dominates this area from the top of its 830 m. This route will then offer mountain bikers beautiful views of the mountains and valleys, with several forest passages punctuating the route.

Hiking trail "Montsalvy - Riols". A village overlooking the Truyère Gorge and the Lot Valley, Montsalvy offers you a hiking route starting in the heart of the medieval village. This route will allow you to appreciate many remarkable views of the region: the Lot Valley, Aveyron and the Aubrac Plateau. This fact sheet is one of 55 available individually (€0.50) at each Visitors Bureau of the Châtaigneraie Cantalienne or to be downloaded from the Cantal Rando & Découverte app.

Hiking trail “The Veinazès Basin”. The village of Labesserette is built around a beautiful 13th century church which houses a listed 15th century pietà. Its gothic style preserves some rather enigmatic sculpted figures of men and animals. This pleasant and not very difficult walk offers some views of the village of Junhac and the Veinazès Basin. This fact sheet is one of 55 available individually (€0.50) at each Visitors Bureau of the Châtaigneraie Cantalienne or to be downloaded from the Cantal Rando & Découverte app.

Hiking trail “The Devil’s Rocks”. Junhac is a pretty, picturesque, flower-filled village nestled in the heart of a valley, remarkable for its typical Châtaigneraie architecture. The interest of this path is both architectural (old mill, hamlets of Pressoires and Peyre) and geological: the Devils’s Rocks, a climbing site, is a granite vein. This fact sheet is one of 55 available individually (€0.50) at each Visitors Bureau of the Châtaigneraie Cantalienne or to be downloaded from the Cantal Rando & Découverte app.

Hiking trail "Le Veinazès" Situated in the heart of the Veinazès Basin, Sansac has a Gothic church with a beautiful example of a bell gable, typical of this region. This route also allows you to discover numerous viewpoints: on the Veinazès Basin, Montsalvy and its Puy de l'Arbre site as well as the Aubrac Plateau. This fact sheet is one of 55 available individually (€0.50) at each Visitors Bureau of the Châtaigneraie Cantalienne or to be downloaded from the Cantal Rando & Découverte app.

The communal gîte of Vezels-Roussy, in the south-west of Cantal, welcomes you for a night or a stay, alone, with family or friends, to discover the south of Cantal and Aveyron with their valleys and mountains. Created in 2023, the gîte with a capacity of 12 places, is rented by the bed (bunk beds), in the spirit of a stopover gîte, with the possibility of privatizing a room or the entire gîte. Lovers of nature, cycling and hiking will find all the necessary comfort there: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, closed garage with tools available, equipped kitchen and large table, garden to admire the sunsets. The cottage is in partnership with the hotel restaurant “La Bergerie” in Vézels-Roussy. You can order breakfasts, picnic baskets and tasty meals, for a hassle-free stay. The establishment promotes fresh and local products and you can taste all the local specialties.

In a typical village of the Cantal, Vezels-Roussy, Céline and Marcel welcome you at “La Bergerie” in a family and authentic setting. “La Bergerie” is a 2-star hotel, a restaurant but also a leisure centre. It is an ideal place to relax, to rest and to reinvigorate. Double-glazing in the rooms. Pond to practise fishing near to the hotel. Restaurant on site

Former renovated workshop. Separate equipped kitchen - Living room - Bathroom (Hydro massage shower) – toilet - 3 bedrooms: 2 beds x 140 cm + 2 beds x 90 cm. Telephone, TV - Electric heating - Double-glazing - Linen provided. Hikes or mountain bike excursions in wild and preserved nature. Close to the Volcanoes Park of Auvergne – Calm, local products. Just 15 km (9.32 mi) far from Aurillac Altitude: 750 m (2,461 ft.)

Former "buron" renovated into a splendid perfectly equipped gite, practical storage and pleasant atmosphere, well-kept decoration, located in the municipality of Carlat. It has a panoramic view over the Mountains of Aubrac and the Mounts of Cantal. Living room, a kitchenette, a bedroom (double bed and TV) and another room (2 trundle beds) and a mezzanine with a bed. A 24-m² closed terrace. Farmhouse gite. 2 mountain bikes available. Site of Carlat – Hikes - Super Lioran winter-summer resort – Heritage discovery. Just 15 km (9.32 mi) far from Aurillac.

Independent house of character with panoramic views in the heart of the Carlads. Private outdoor spa for 4 persons arranged all year round. Located in the heart of the Carlads, near Aurillac, this former agricultural estate was completely renovated in 2021. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Aubrac and the Goul valley. This characterful detached house is located in the heart of the owners' farm on a basalt plateau overlooking the valleys of the Rasthène and the Embène. You can take advantage of the unobstructed views of the Aubrac and also the Cantal mountains. Numerous activities are available: hiking, golf in Vézac, visiting the site of the Carlat rock (climbing and virtual visit of the old fortress), exploring the Ronesque rock site, the Château de Messilhac, the Petite Cité de Caractère of Raulhac, water activities and swimming at the Laussac peninsula or at the Lake of Saint-Etienne Cantallès, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and the Super-Lioran resort. You have a non-fenced plot of 600 m², a south-facing terrace at the front with garden furniture and a barbecue, and a covered terrace on the side with a spa for 4 people and an outdoor shower. On the ground floor, there is a spacious living room with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen area, a utility room, and a separate toilet. Upstairs, there is 1 bedroom with a 160 cm bed, 1 bedroom with a double bed and a single bed, and a shower room with a toilet. Internet access via Wi-Fi. Beds made upon arrival and towels provided. Heating by heat pump included. Rates include all charges. Shops are 10 km away in Vézac, 14 km in Arpajon-sur-Cère, 16 km in Vic-sur-Cère, and 17 km in Aurillac.

Charming gite located in the green countryside. Here, you can recharge your batteries with beautiful hikes in the nature or in the forest and mountain bike excursions. Discover with your children the animals of the farm. Very pleasant and very spacious gite in the heart of an authentic region. You have also the possibility to rent an adjoining gite for an exceptional occasion. Downstairs: Large living room – Separate kitchen – Toilet and laundry. Upstairs: 1 bedroom (1x bed 160 cm) - 1 bedroom (1 x bed 140 cm) - 1 bedroom (2 single beds + 1 sofa bed 140 cm) - 2 bathrooms (shower and bath) with their own toilet. Just 8 km (4.97 mi) far from Aurillac

Located in the heart of the “Châtaigneraie”, nearby Aurillac, the “Gite des Chênes" (84 m²) has been renovated with quality materials (parquet floors in chestnut, oak joineries, stones and apparent beams…) In a magnificent house of character that includes a second gite. Spacious living room with sofa bed with light wells and a fully equipped open kitchen. Toilet. Upstairs, 2 independent bedrooms with a 160-cm bed and two 90-cm beds. They have their own bathroom with Italian shower and toilet. Just 8 km (4.97 mi) far from Aurillac.

This small Perce-Neige gîte is close to the Aurillac basin, the Cère Valley, Lioran and Châtaigneraie. It has an independent entrance, through the garage, and free access to the garden with garden furniture, hammocks and plancha. It includes: a kitchen and a bathroom renovated at the end of 2022, a large bedroom, living room and laundry room. Fully equipped kitchen (oven, fridge – freezer, electric hob, dishwasher and small appliances); bathroom with large shower cubicle and vanity sink and toilet. Bedroom with 140 bed, BZ convertible into a bed and TV. Bed sheets and towels included. Prices on request for monthly rental. Tourist tax not included in the prices indicated.

In the immediate vicinity of Aurillac. 87 pitches and 10 comfortable mobile homes (including one reserved for people with reduced mobility) offer you a privileged view over the “Monts du Cantal” (Mounts of the Cantal) and over a preserved environment. Enjoy pleasant moments of relaxation thanks to the playground, the tennis court and the pétanque field or the campsite's swimming pool. Altitude: 600 m. Water supply - Electrical hook-up Camper pitches Site closed at night - Animation.

Pleasant apartment, on the ground floor of the owners' house, 5 km from Aurillac. The area is very quiet and the apartment is south facing with an independent entrance. The kitchen is equipped with a gas stove, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge-freezer, TV, Hi-Fi system. The veranda serves as a living room and dining area (TV, DVD player). The bedroom is equipped with a 140 cm bed and a cupboard with wardrobe. Shower room and separate toilet. Terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. Swimming pool shared with the owners. Sheets and towels included. Cleaning service on request at a rate of €25. Tourist tax included in the prices indicated.

Panorama of the Goul Valley, the Aubrac plateau and the Mounts of Cantal.

Lapeyrugue is located South East of the Veinazès natural region, on the foothills of the Southern Châtaigneraie. The village is built on a crest and at the beginning of a path leading to the Goul valley overhanging it.

Pond with picnic tables. Fishing open, swimming not permitted.

The history of tungsten mining on the slopes of the River Goul. A miner’s daughter tells you how the villages of Leucamp and Teissières-lès-Bouliès lived, for nearly 50 years, to the rhythm of the mine’s work. Models, photographs and objects staged illustrate the story, from the discovery of the ore in 1910 to the abandonment of mining in 1959. Open every day all year round.

Launched in spring 2023, the Leucamp walking trail is a reminder of the past existence of an industrial activity that is hard to imagine in these parts, where nature has reclaimed its rights in such a beautiful way: mining.

The Waterfall of Vachand can be found to the east of the village of Ladinhac, near the Moulin de Vachand. The best way to discover this site is to take the hiking trail proposed from Ladinhac "Des moulins à la vallée du Goul".

Ladinhac takes great care with its heritage, and this is something that strikes you straight away when you approach the village. Far from giving the impression of being stuck in the past, museified, this coquetry seems to infuse the village with a balance between tradition and modern rural life.

The history of Teissières-lès-Bouliès is above all a history of stone and water. Water first, because there was a time not so long ago when the Teissières brand was one of the queens of Auvergne waters.

Overlooking the village of Montsalvy, Mount Puy de l'Arbre offers a magnificent natural observatory stretching from the Mounts of Cantal to the Rouergue, passing through the Aubrac Plateau. Near the toposcope, a granite stele reminds us that in 1798, Jean-Baptiste Delambre and Pierre Méchain measured here an arc section of the Paris meridian between Dunkirk and Barcelona. This arc measurement served as the basis for the original definition of the metre. This stele is therefore a survey marker. Picnic tables.

In the square, note the wrought-iron cross depicting the various instruments of the Passion. Although the date inscribed on the granite base is 1800, the cross was actually made in 1750 and hidden during the revolutionary turmoil. It was made by Jean de Séguy, provost from 1745 to 1776. The statue of the Virgin Mary in a red sandstone niche (probably reused) on the façade, rebuilt in the 18th century, is a reminder that the church is dedicated to Notre-Dame de l'Assomption. However, the cult of St Bernard, the monastery's first abbot, quickly developed in the hearts of the first Montsalvy residents. This popular beatification, accepted by the ecclesiastical authorities, led to the dedication of a chapel in the church in 1258. St Bernard is therefore considered the patron saint of the parish (celebrated on the Sunday following 11 October). In the church, discover the exceptional polychrome wooden Christ, listed as a historic monument, the 20th-century ciborium (or baldachin) installed in the Romanesque choir, the shrines containing the relics of St Gausbert and Saint Bernard and two of the four boundary crosses: the cross of St Anne and the cross of Cambon. An adjoining vaulted room houses the Treasure of Sacred Art, a collection of priestly objects from the various churches of the St Joseph en Veinazès parish.

In a typical Cantal village, Vezels-Roussy located at 20km from Aurillac, Céline and Marcel welcome you to La Bergerie, in a family and authentic setting. The restaurant offers a wide choice of regional specialities such as truffade, pounti, stuffed cabbage. We also serve a buffet breakfast during the summer season as well as picnic baskets available for guests on day excursions. There are two dining rooms: one for individual dining and the other for special occasions such as banquets, weddings, christenings, club gatherings and sports events. The surrounding area offers a wide range of different activities to do while enjoying a day out. Our signature dishes: Calf sweetbread with morel mushrooms, pounti, truffade, venison.

L’Auberge Fleurie is a charming Cantal stopover in the area of the River Lot and the River Truyère, at an altitude of 800 m. A good fairy seems to have bent over this inn, which offers an enthusiastic table where terroir and modernity go hand in hand! The inn also has a remarkable wine cellar. Reservations are strongly recommended. Closed on Mondays (except public holidays). Closed Tuesday lunchtime and Sunday evening .

Restaurant, traditional cuisine.

Hotel-Restaurant in the Valley of Brezons. The Hotel-Restaurant de la poste welcome you in the beautful Brezons Valley. This country Inn is certified 2 cocottes Logis de France with regional dishes (Aligot, Truffade, stuffed cabbage, Tripoux, Pounti (a sort of vegetable cake), local meat dishes...). Inside 2 restaurant rooms, outside a shady terrace. Little grocery (basic foods, cigarets, stamps, fishing licence, telephone cards...). Free WIFI. Menus from 12,50 € to 30 € + card. Children menu. Recomanded in the routard guide and Petit Futé. Classés Logis de France Restaurant du Terroir.

Traditional cuisine based on local produce. Tobacconist, lottery games. B&B (5 rooms).

Inspired by London pubs, Au Bureau is a pub, brasserie and restaurant all rolled into one. We offer a rich and varied menu, which changes twice a year, as well as delicious suggestions from the chef. The Anglo-Saxon decor is friendly and warm, like the team, always taking care of our customers. On Thursday evenings, we offer activities twice a month: Blind tests, karaoke or concerts and activities are put in place throughout the year. Welcome, there's always something happening at the office. Some dishes: Welsh, fish & chips, cantalou burger. We also serve 2 suggestions per month, at least one fish.

Nestling in the charming stone-vaulted dining room of L'Auberge de la Tour and on the pretty terrace overlooking Marcolès, the bistronomic Oxalis restaurant serves local cuisine meticulously prepared by chef Renaud Darmanin. Local produce and fresh vegetables from the kitchen garden are naturally given pride of place. L'Auberge de la Tour, a magnificent 17th-century stone building, is bursting with charm and has 8 4-star-rated rooms. L'Auberge de la Tour also welcome you to their Michelin-starred restaurant (see details).

The Mangoune is a brasserie-style restaurant and home to the cuisine, flavours and specialities of the Auvergne region. We favour simple, authentic, tasty and home-made cuisine that showcases local produce. Traditional dishes, such as truffade, pounti, salt-cured meats, PDO Auvergne cheese and Salers beef, among others, are served alongside dishes with an innovative twist such as farinades (a pancake « made in Cantal »), delicious local burgers, finger-licking chips, homemade ice creams and gourmet pastries... The atmosphere generated from the restaurant’s different scenes is reminiscent of the 1900s/1950s, with a traditional farm kitchen scene, a country cottage, a street scene, an Auvergne bar, a garage and a blacksmith’s workshop. There is something that will appeal to everyone … a step into the past and a unique atmosphere that will provide you with a memorable experience. We look forward to meeting you and telling you our story. Take-away food available and groups are welcome. Some dishes: selection of burgers, pounti, flourettes, Salers meats, truffade, homemade pasta and ravioli, pulled Salers beef chuck, homemade ice cream, fresh homemade fries.

At the foot of the mountains of Cantal, you breathe! Close to the town, on the road to Rodez, discover a veritable small hotel restaurant family.

Founded in 1898, the Brasserie d’Aurillac is steeped in history serving delicious menus using fresh and seasonal produce. The menu of the day and our specials change with the seasons and depending on the availability of produce. With its listed woodwork and historic decor, you will love the restaurant’s relaxing, warm atmosphere. In the summer, you can also eat out on the pretty shaded terrace .. the perfect setting for a gourmet experience.

The communal gîte of Vezels-Roussy, in the south-west of Cantal, welcomes you for a night or a stay, alone, with family or friends, to discover the south of Cantal and Aveyron with their valleys and mountains. Created in 2023, the gîte with a capacity of 12 places, is rented by the bed (bunk beds), in the spirit of a stopover gîte, with the possibility of privatizing a room or the entire gîte. Lovers of nature, cycling and hiking will find all the necessary comfort there: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, closed garage with tools available, equipped kitchen and large table, garden to admire the sunsets. The cottage is in partnership with the hotel restaurant “La Bergerie” in Vézels-Roussy. You can order breakfasts, picnic baskets and tasty meals, for a hassle-free stay. The establishment promotes fresh and local products and you can taste all the local specialties.

In a typical village of the Cantal, Vezels-Roussy, Céline and Marcel welcome you at “La Bergerie” in a family and authentic setting. “La Bergerie” is a 2-star hotel, a restaurant but also a leisure centre. It is an ideal place to relax, to rest and to reinvigorate. Double-glazing in the rooms. Pond to practise fishing near to the hotel. Restaurant on site

Former renovated workshop. Separate equipped kitchen - Living room - Bathroom (Hydro massage shower) – toilet - 3 bedrooms: 2 beds x 140 cm + 2 beds x 90 cm. Telephone, TV - Electric heating - Double-glazing - Linen provided. Hikes or mountain bike excursions in wild and preserved nature. Close to the Volcanoes Park of Auvergne – Calm, local products. Just 15 km (9.32 mi) far from Aurillac Altitude: 750 m (2,461 ft.)

Former "buron" renovated into a splendid perfectly equipped gite, practical storage and pleasant atmosphere, well-kept decoration, located in the municipality of Carlat. It has a panoramic view over the Mountains of Aubrac and the Mounts of Cantal. Living room, a kitchenette, a bedroom (double bed and TV) and another room (2 trundle beds) and a mezzanine with a bed. A 24-m² closed terrace. Farmhouse gite. 2 mountain bikes available. Site of Carlat – Hikes - Super Lioran winter-summer resort – Heritage discovery. Just 15 km (9.32 mi) far from Aurillac.

Independent house of character with panoramic views in the heart of the Carlads. Private outdoor spa for 4 persons arranged all year round. Located in the heart of the Carlads, near Aurillac, this former agricultural estate was completely renovated in 2021. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Aubrac and the Goul valley. This characterful detached house is located in the heart of the owners' farm on a basalt plateau overlooking the valleys of the Rasthène and the Embène. You can take advantage of the unobstructed views of the Aubrac and also the Cantal mountains. Numerous activities are available: hiking, golf in Vézac, visiting the site of the Carlat rock (climbing and virtual visit of the old fortress), exploring the Ronesque rock site, the Château de Messilhac, the Petite Cité de Caractère of Raulhac, water activities and swimming at the Laussac peninsula or at the Lake of Saint-Etienne Cantallès, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and the Super-Lioran resort. You have a non-fenced plot of 600 m², a south-facing terrace at the front with garden furniture and a barbecue, and a covered terrace on the side with a spa for 4 people and an outdoor shower. On the ground floor, there is a spacious living room with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen area, a utility room, and a separate toilet. Upstairs, there is 1 bedroom with a 160 cm bed, 1 bedroom with a double bed and a single bed, and a shower room with a toilet. Internet access via Wi-Fi. Beds made upon arrival and towels provided. Heating by heat pump included. Rates include all charges. Shops are 10 km away in Vézac, 14 km in Arpajon-sur-Cère, 16 km in Vic-sur-Cère, and 17 km in Aurillac.

Holiday house with panoramic view on the Truyère river In 1996 renovated stone house, semi-detached to the owner's house. Panoramic view over the Truyère gorges and 5 km from the river (bathing, water sports, boat hire). 1 bedroom with 1 double bed. Bathroom with shower. Living/dining room with kitchen nook. Central heating - fireplace (wood gratis). Terrace with garden furniture and deckchair. Barbecue. Bedcloths hire (10 € per person) and final cleaning on request. All charges included. Activities: hiking on marked trails, water sports... Shops and grocery 5 km.

Charming gite located in the green countryside. Here, you can recharge your batteries with beautiful hikes in the nature or in the forest and mountain bike excursions. Discover with your children the animals of the farm. Very pleasant and very spacious gite in the heart of an authentic region. You have also the possibility to rent an adjoining gite for an exceptional occasion. Downstairs: Large living room – Separate kitchen – Toilet and laundry. Upstairs: 1 bedroom (1x bed 160 cm) - 1 bedroom (1 x bed 140 cm) - 1 bedroom (2 single beds + 1 sofa bed 140 cm) - 2 bathrooms (shower and bath) with their own toilet. Just 8 km (4.97 mi) far from Aurillac

Located in the heart of the “Châtaigneraie”, nearby Aurillac, the “Gite des Chênes" (84 m²) has been renovated with quality materials (parquet floors in chestnut, oak joineries, stones and apparent beams…) In a magnificent house of character that includes a second gite. Spacious living room with sofa bed with light wells and a fully equipped open kitchen. Toilet. Upstairs, 2 independent bedrooms with a 160-cm bed and two 90-cm beds. They have their own bathroom with Italian shower and toilet. Just 8 km (4.97 mi) far from Aurillac.

All these areas are equipped with a multiservice terminal that allows to access to drinking water supply (electricity only at Aurillac and Sansac), disposal of wastewater and chemical toilets. 8 locations

This small Perce-Neige gîte is close to the Aurillac basin, the Cère Valley, Lioran and Châtaigneraie. It has an independent entrance, through the garage, and free access to the garden with garden furniture, hammocks and plancha. It includes: a kitchen and a bathroom renovated at the end of 2022, a large bedroom, living room and laundry room. Fully equipped kitchen (oven, fridge – freezer, electric hob, dishwasher and small appliances); bathroom with large shower cubicle and vanity sink and toilet. Bedroom with 140 bed, BZ convertible into a bed and TV. Bed sheets and towels included. Prices on request for monthly rental. Tourist tax not included in the prices indicated.