Discover Vitrac-en-viadene, gem of Aveyron

An easy hike, ideal for hot days, the path is shady the most time. From the departure point possibility to follow for 2 km the Peatlog of Vergnes des Mazes with information display boards (in French language). D – DEPART: From LIEUTADES take the car for 4 km in the direction of LACALM. Big parking at your right. Take the path, which goes to your left into a beech wood. Follow it for 2 km. 1 - At the end of the wood take the path at right until the village BURGUERETTES. 2 - In BURGUERETTES take left into the village. Typical architecture and old farmhouses, beautiful view on the volcano massif. Go back and follow the asphalt road to LES MAZES. To see: beside the road a memorial cross, called “Cross of the soldier”. 3 - In LES MAZES in front of a big farm house turn at right. The path crosses the wood and takes you to the departure point. Mountainbike: Easy level, no difficulties, very pleasant circuit.

A long hike with a long descent and long steep climb. Recommended only for expererienced hikers. Beautiful view on the Truyère valley and the volcano massif. The "Roc des Pas" is a big rock which shows curious traces which seems to be foot-and handprints. Their origin is not known. D - Depart Lieutadès in front of the former hotel. Take the road to LA SAUVETAT until VAISSIERES HAUTES (or make the first part of the hike "La Sauvetat". 1 - Cross the village. After the village take a path at left which follows the hedges. After 700 m take the path to the right. 2 - In LA SAUVETAT follow an asphalt road at left, cross the village and take the path which passes in front of the last house. Follow the fence and the large path between two ash hedges. 3 - At the intersection go straight on until a flat site where you follow the fence into the wood. Then follow the path and exceed the fence. The path leads you along an embankment to the "Roc des Pas". At point 3 follow a path at right into the valley which joins another path. Take the second path and go until POUJET. 4 -Cross the D 65 and take the path at right of a house to reach the D 11. Follow the road for 500 m. Take the path to ESTOURNIES and cross the village. The path joins a second time the D 11. Turn at right. 5 - Follow the asphalt road, cross the bridge and take at the next turn a steep path into the wood. Follow it until LA BORIE. 6 - Cross LA BORIE and take at the end of the village a path to your right which follows a stone wall. Take it and go back to LIEUTADES.

an easy hike without diffuculties. Interesting: architecture of the La Borie castle dating from the 15th century and the village Lagarde with its historic Templar chapel.

An easy hike without difficulties. Typical architecture and houses in LA SAUVETAT and beautiful views to the volcano massif of the Cantal. D – DEPART: LIEUTADES, village place. Left of the hotel take the direction of ESPAYRAC / LE LAUSSIER. After 250 m take a stony path which climbs between the pastures. 1 - At the crossroad with the road to LES VAYSSIERES HAUTE go straight on until LA SAUVETAT. There take the asphalt road into the village. 2 - At the end of the village panorama to the Cantal mountains. Go back into the village and turn at the main crossroad to your left into a path, which passes some houses. At the next intersection, continue at left in the direction of LES VAYSSIERES HAUTES. At the road, continue already 200 m at right. 3 - In VAYSSIERES HAUTES leave the asphalt road and take a path to your right. It will lead you between ash and oak trees until ESPEYRAC. To see: a typical farmhouse with fountain, livestock drinking and bakehouse. 4 - Take the road back to LIEUTADES. Mountainbike: Good sporting level. Climb between Depart and 1 on a very stony path. Sportive climb before 3.

In the 13th century Lagarde was Commandery of Knights templar. The little chapel in this village is the last remnant of this once important property. The castle of LA BORIE is a good example of military architecture of 15th century. It is private property and can not be visited. Panoramic view to the Tailladès valleys and the Truyère river.

This easy family hike on good paths passes in the Chabridet wood and offers beautiful view points. Gourdièges is an interesting little village with an old church dating partly from the 16th century (visit outside only). D - From the Tourist Office in Pierrefort, take the D990 until the ancien post office. Turn right in the direction of SAINT- GERVAIS. 1 - At the sports field leave the Roman way and take the parallel path at right towards “PRE-CLAU”. 2 - At the end of the path to the left follow right towards CHABRIDET woods. 3 - Hug the woods to the right until the Roman way 4 - Follow to the right in the direction of GOURDlEGES. Beautiful view to the Aubrac plateau. 5 - At the end of the path follow the road to the left. 6 -Before the sign GOURDIEGES take the road to the right. Go towards the old bread oven called “Four Banal” (note the original archway and lauze roof). 7 - Continue straight on until the church and observe the old comb bell tower, the stone cross and a "trifront" next the entrance. Keep left until the exit to the village. View of the Plomb du Cantal and Puy de Rocher to the right. 8 - Take the path opposite until the D990. 9 - Follow the D990 to the left for 200m. 10 - Leave the road and take the way to the left. Re- enter the wood to the right until the Roman way then right and descend until Pierrefort. Mountainbike: Easy level. Count 1 hour. Marked green signed = .

A long but easy hike without any difficulties. Ideal piste for mountain bikers. From the plateau beautiful view to the montains. D - DEPART: From the Tourist Office, take the D990 for 200 m, direction SAlNT- FLOUR until the ancien Post Office, then to the right direction SAlNT- GERVAIS. 1 - At the sports field follow the left track direction of Bois de Chabridet. 2 - Cross CHABRIDET WOOD. 3 - In the middle of the forest turn at left and follow the sandy path to the D990. 4 - Follow the D990 to the right for 200 m then to the left. Bypass the PUY d’ASSAC. 5 - Arriving at the D34 follow it to the right for 300 m then take the path to the left towards TRENAC. 6 - In TRENAC take the first path on the left between the houses. 7 - The path borders the lake of Montzorier, fishing area. Views of the Puy de Bane, Puy de la Cede, Plomb de Cantal and the Puy de Rocher. 8 - Turn left towards MONTROZIER WOOD and cross it. 9 - Arriving on the D265 (note the path leads out of a bend). Continue for 200m then go right until the view point on the “CROlX d’ lSERGUES.” View of the BREZONS VALLEY. Return to the D265, cross it in direction of the wood. At the junction follow to the right to Pierrefort. Mountainbike: Easy level. Time: 1 hour 45 minutes. Between 4 and 5 ruts hidden by vegetation. At 9: Attention, dangerous turn. Marked as foot path in green = and special bike signs triangle/points.

A hike rather long in kilometres and time with a difficult climb between 5 and 6. Near to the FONTANES footbridge spanning the Vezou ruins of an old house and a mineral spring containing carbolic acid. This water had medicinal properties used for the treatment of gastric troubles, passive haemorrhage and digestive problems. D - DEPART: Church in PIERREFORT. Take the direction of ORADOUR (D48). After the Old People’s Home 1 - take the first turning on the left. Continue in the direction of the sports field. 2 - At the reservoir continue to the right, join the FAVEROLLES bridge by a path bordering a small wall. Join the road and take left. 3 - At the way out of the village go right opposite the bread oven. The path leads to COLOMBIER. Hug the road on the left. Follow the D148 for 100 m. 4 - At the first jonction follow the large track between the D148 and the POUGET road. Follow this road for 900 m. 5 - At the crossroads go right and take the path between fences. Continue in the same direction. Pass near the village LE THERON and continue straight on. 6 - Near a cross cross a little road and continue the path with trees and between pastures. Carry on until FONTANES. Cross the village. 7 - Cut across the D65. Enter the field. The path, 100m lower to the left descends rapidly to the mineral fountain. Cross the river Vezou. Climb again to cross the wood. Go round a grazing land to find a path at right. near a stone wall contunue left. 8 - Go right and find a good path which passes near an abreuvoir. View to the Turlande chapel. 9 - You arrive at LABORIE (It is possible to make a detour here left towards the Rocher de Turlande. Views of the Gorges de Truyere and the 13th century chapel, 30mins). At the crossroads take the track to the right. Go 1 km until the road to PAULHENC. 10. Continue towards PAULHENC and at the beginning of the village go right opposite the oratory. Passing the cemetery to the left continue in the same direction. Cut across the D990. Carry on opposite reaching a large agricultural shed. 11 - Carry on opposite between meadows and reach the road. Cut across it and follow a good path on the right which descends to PIERREFORT. 12 - At the first houses take the tar road to the right. Immediately left take the Fonfrede road. 100 m after a large bend branch off in “Impasse des Iris”. Carly on through the slope and steps which leads to the D990. Follow the direction “Town centre” towards the departure point. Mountainbike: Difficult. Between 6 and 7 rapid descent and very difficult climb (pushing). .

A days ramble. Advisable to avoid very hot weather (rare shadow). Along this walk you can discover natural sites, superb viewpoints and heritage of human habitation. D - DEPART: Church in Pierrefort. Follow direction of ORADOUR(D48). Pass in front of the Old people’s Home. 1 - Take the first road to the left. Continue in the direction of the sports field. 2 - At the entrance to the sports area follow a path between stone walls to the right to rejoin Faverolles. the take left. 3 - In the village take the D148 in direction of SAINTE-MARIE, then take right opposite the bakehouse. The path leads to LE COLOMBIER. Follow the D148 to the right for 100m. 4 - Turn right and take a large way which passes in front of an abreuvoir. 900 m later you find a crossroad. 5 - Follow straight on. 6 - Take the sandy path on the left until RISSERGUES. panoramic view to the Cantal mountains. Take left then the first path to the right in direction of ROUVELET BAS. 7 - After the first house take the right path and descend along a fence, then follow until the TREBOUL BRIDGE. 8 - At the Pont de Tréboul take the direction of SAINTE-MARIE. 9 - Follow the D56 to the left towards LA FON DEL SOL (mineral fountain, to the right an old thermal hotel) and SAINTE MARIE. 10 - 100 m after the bridge of FON DEL SOL take the path to the left which climbs to SAINTE MARIE 11 - Visit the church with stained glass windows designed by Jean Cocteau. 12 - . At the exit of the village take the path between the roads to PIERREFORT and ORADOUR. Nice view on the Truyère gorges, the Aubrac plateau and the Cantal mountains. Follow the path until FALITOUX. 13 - Cross FALITOUX and take a track on the right until the D 148. Follow the road right until a bridge. 14 - Before the bridge take a path in direction of LA TERRISSE and then left until CLAVIERES. At the end of the village take the path straight on until the D 48. 15 - Follow the D48 left. 16 - After 1 km take the path to the right and 10 m after to the left to join PIERREFORT. Mountainbike: difficult level. Time: 3 hrs 45 minutes. Between 11 and 14: difficult climb, pushing before Clavières.

A little and easy hike, ideal for families. Main interest: the Chassagne chateau which was at the end of the 19th century an agricultural school (today private property). Take on the church place in PIERREFORT the road in direction of SAINT-FLOUR. 200m later after the Gendarmerie take a path on your left. D - Starting sign and marked trail. Follow the path until the road D 65. 1 -Take the road to the right. 2 - View to the Château de Chassagne on your left. You arrive to the junction of LA CHASSAGNE. 3 - Take left the way to the castle (private property). Cross the Vezou river and pass in front of the castle. Follow the trail until the road D 265. 4 - Follow the road on the left until PIERREFORT.

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

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.

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.

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.)

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.

Located 12 km from Aurillac and a stone’s throw away from the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park, the chalet has everything you need to enjoy a relaxing stay in the River Jordanne valley and offers easy access to a wide range of activities and sites: fishing, hiking, cycling, snowshoeing during the winter, local heritage, villages. Entirely made of wood, warm, it is equipped with all the comforts, equipment to welcome babies, household linen provided and installed. All you have to do is put down your bags and enjoy! Games and books are available, young flower garden, social animals accepted. Table tennis table and pétanque area. Reservation by gîtes de France only.

Christianised menhir Big christianized menhir already on the Plateau of Aubrac in the commune of Lieutadès between Burguerette and Les Mazes. It is on the left side of the road coming from the direction of Lieutadès and dominates the landscape. Beautiful view on the Monts du Cantal. It is listed on the French megaliths list. It is not the only megalith in this region, the Planèze of Saint-Flour counts more than 10 accessible megaliths. Next to the road to Chaudes-Aigues there is also a tumulus.

Truyère gorges and Sarrans lake with beautiful and pitoresque landscape Following the successive dams of Grandval and Lanau, a part of the Truyère gorges forms the Sarrans lake between Cantal and Aveyron. A natural and picturesque landscape with magnificent viewpoints to discover. The site is classified Natura 2000. Gorges to visit with several stops: - the village and the bridge of Tréboul de Sainte-Marie, - the rock of Turlande in Paulhenc, - the peninsula of Laussac in Thérondels, - the discovery area and viewpoint at the Bousquet belvedere, Argence en Aubrac (above the Sarrans dam). Boat and kayak rentals: Camping La Source, Laussac (end of June - end of August 05 65 66 05 62). Tyrolean traverse on the Presqu'ile de Laussac in summer (information: Office de Tourisme du Carladez in Mur-de-Barrez at 05 65 66 10 16). Swimming : Presqu'ïle de Laussac (supervised in summer).

Roman chapel dating from the XIIth century with beautiful panorama on the Truyère gorges. This little chapel was the castle chapel of the Turlande castle which was former situated on the rose quartz rock of Turlande. In this castle was born Robert de Turlande who founded the La Chaise Dieu Abbey. The castle was destroyed during the Hundred Years War, only the chapel was spared. In the chapel was placed a roman virgin (today secured somewhere else). She was replaced by a modern copy. Forgetten for a long time, the chapel is today in renovation. Classed historic momument. Panoramic view over the Truyère Gorges. To know more: les-amis-de-turlande.fr Attention: the chapel is being renovated in 2022 and is closed to visits.

Panoramic view point on the Truyère gorges ant the Sarrans lake Splendid site overhanging the gorges of Truyère. Site decorated with pink by quartz veins. The rock of Turlande was occupied formerly of a castle in which was born Robert de Turlande, founder of the Abbey of La Chaise Dieu in Haute-Loire. It was destroyed during the Hundred Years War. Only the Romanesque castral chapel remains, classified as a historical monument. The motte castrale, in a semi-circle, leaning on the rocky spur is still present and one can access it, provided one goes through the vegetation, at the foot of the rock. The defense ditch which surrounds it remains well visible. Panoramic view. Accessible from the hamlet of Laborie in the commune of Paulhenc. If you want to know more about the chapel of Turlande: https://les-amis-de- turlande.fr ATTENTION: The chapel is being renovated and will be closed to visitors in 2022. Visits planned in 2023: in July and August on Wednesdays and Sundays from 3 to 6 pm. Thank you for a donation for the renovation of the chapel.

Saint Mary's church of Romanesque origin with stain glass windows created by Jean Cocteau This church of Romanesque origin was extended during the Gothic and Renaissance periods. It has an open arch bell tower and contemporary stained glass windows designed by Jean Cocteau. If closed, take the key at Madame Chastang (first house on the right coming from Pierrefort). Sightseeing brochure in the church.

The Mont Mournac culminates at an altitude of 1060 m and offers a superb view over the plateau of Aubrac, the Cantal Mountains, the Margeride and the Gorges de la Truyère. The Mont Mournac culminates at an altitude of 1060 m and offers a superb view over the plateau of Aubrac, the Cantal Mountains, the Margeride and the Gorges de la Truyère. Also seen on Miremont, former castle of which there are only a few walls.Orientation table on site.

Visite gratuite de la fromagerie les vendredis et samedis de 9h à 12h. Vente directe de fromage au lait cru (Cantal, Tome à pâte pressée, le Thérondels, aligot et tarte à l'encalat). 18 fermes alimentent cette production de ualité, soucieuse de l'alimentation des animaux.

Historic town of Pierrefort Ancient medieval city and barony, raised to the rank of Good City, the city of Pierrefort is built in amphitheatre, which gives it a certain particularity. Discover narrow streets, beautiful houses, fountains, the gothic church and the Chapel of Planchis with its miraculous virgin. In spring, the town comes alive with the sound of the Tersons' bells, during the eponymous festival which highlights the Aubrac cows every year. In summer, the alleys are filled with curious people with square balls. A convivial and festive meeting not to be missed. The Caillou Costaud Festival in mid-July enlivens the city for a day with fun activities for adults and children, concerts, market and information stands on eco-responsibility. Take advantage of the History and Knowledge trail: visitors are invited to discover Pierrefort from the perspective of its heritage and history. Led from station to station (13 in total), he will see in turn the built heritage, the legends and stories, the geology, the music and the culture but also the emblematic events of Pierrefort with always a link between the past and the present. Free visit of the 18th century Planchis chapel with its miraculous virgin. Leaflet of the History and Knowledge tour and key to the Planchis chapel, to be collected at the Pierrefort tourist office (in exchange for an ID for the key).

Church with open arch bell tower and beautiful gothic paintings Typical church built of volcanic tuff. Inside in the choir you can see beautiful Gothic paintings which shows the Evangelists and scenes of the Passion of Christ. Open all year. If closed, key in the Hôtel de la Poste (main street of the village).

The Par Spring: 82°C, the warmest natural spring in Europe. The "Par spring" (82° C) is located in an alley above the Market Square. It is also the warmest natural spring in Europe. Its flow rate is sufficient to power the Caleden spa, it is 300 liters per minute. Its name comes from the word "parer", in French remove the bristles of the pig, which were waxed at the source.

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.

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.

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.

In 40 hectares of grounds, located at just a 15-minute drive from Aurillac, 25 minutes from Puy Mary and one hour from Salers, the Lac des Graves is the perfect place to come and relax and recharge your batteries. The restaurant dining room has a panoramic view, a terrace overlooking the lake where you can sit outside on sunny days and a reception room for your family gatherings, business receptions or meetings. Our chef offers a creative cuisine using regional and local produce. Don’t hesitate to get in touch to discuss your group meals for special occasions, buffets and cocktails.

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.

Marc and Stéphanie welcome you all year round to the Auberge des Milans in the beautiful Jordanne valley. By reservation only. Local mountain cuisine, fresh and local products. Possibility of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes. Marc, a cook for 25 years, prepares seasonal products with passion. It offers local mountain cuisine from here and elsewhere, homemade and quality dishes adapted to your desires and diets. Come and taste its generous and gourmet cuisine in this green and natural setting at an altitude of 870m, on the terrace, overlooking the hills or by the fire when the snow arrives. The inn, like a refuge at the foot of the Cantal mountains, is a warm and friendly place in the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park. It is also intended to be a cultural place with evening concerts, storytelling, conferences, exhibitions… Culinary workshops with Marc. Mosaic courses on request with Stéphanie. Cultural, artistic and well-being space in the yurt: yoga, dance, singing.... On site: Nordic bath, mountain bike and snowshoe rental, hiking support. Some dishes: Buckwheat crumble with St-Flour lentils and candied vegetables, Organic Ferrandais veal blanquette with seasonal vegetables, Stuffed cabbage, Truffade, Homemade Bourriols blue cheese sauce, Indian-style local poultry curry, candied loin ribs to the wild thyme in the garden.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.)

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

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.