Mountain Biking Collection by Explore France
Conquering the trails – Auvergne by MTB
13 routes
43:57
518km
10,430m
From Allier to Cantal, via the Puy-de-Dôme and the lands of the Haute-Loire, these routes cross the region. From the plains of the north to the volcanoes of the Massif Central, you'll discover landscapes shaped by the erosion of time. You'll explore towns with a rich heritage such as Moulins, Riom and Saint-Flour, which have been awarded the ‘Pays d'art et d'histoire’ label – which recognises the quality of the heritage, architecture and living environment – as well as Clermont-Ferrand and Volvic.
The Collection also takes in the south of Auvergne, between the Sancy massif, the unique territory of the Cantal and the ridges of the Haute-Loire. Here, on both the GTMC routes and the local circuits, lakes and châteaux dot the edges of the paths. You'll discover the Cézallier plateau, the banks of the Serouine and the Ally plateau, the land of windmills.
These routes alternate between gravel passes, technical trails and small country roads, keeping off the main roads for most of the time. Some sections may require you to dismount, depending on your level. So, don't hesitate to adjust the length of the stages to suit you.
We recommend a low-geared mountain bike to get you over the climbs more easily, and 2.2-inch tyres for greater comfort.
You'll have no trouble refuelling throughout the route. However, we’d recommend taking at least 1.5 litres of water with you. The weather in the Puy-de-Dôme and Haute-Loire regions can be changeable, so remember to bring a waterproof jacket.
We wish you a pleasant journey!
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Anyone
Activities
21.0km
01:50
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
23.1km
02:05
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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30.2km
03:01
790m
790m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
66.0km
05:03
780m
670m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
59.4km
04:49
920m
900m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
26.6km
01:58
520m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
20.8km
01:53
590m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
39.0km
03:47
860m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
47.2km
03:54
970m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
41.7km
03:38
990m
740m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
42.8km
03:11
730m
770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
51.0km
03:54
820m
990m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
49.3km
04:55
1,380m
990m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
Collection Stats
Activities
13
Distance
518 km
Duration
43:57 h
Elevation
10,430 m
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