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The Top 20 Attractions in Cantal

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Cantal. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Cantal is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 6, 2025

Puy Mary Summit

Despite an altitude of 1,783 meters, Puy Mary is not the highest peak in Cantal but it is undoubtedly the most famous. Classified as a “Grand Site de France”, and …

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Pas de Peyrol and Puy Mary

At an altitude of 1,588 meters, Pas de Peyrol is located between Puy Mary and Puy de la Tourte. It is known to be the highest road pass in the …

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Roland's Breach

The Brèche de Roland is located on the long ridge that connects Puy Mary to Peyre-Arse.

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Puy Peyre-Arse

The Puy de Peyre-Arse dominates the Impradine, Santoire and Jordanne valleys at an altitude of 1,806 meters and offers magnificent views of these valleys. It is also the starting point …

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Col du Pas de Peyrol (1,589 m)

At an altitude of 1,588 meters, the Pas de Peyrol is located between the Puy Mary and the Puy de la Tourte. It is known to be the highest road …

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Col de Neronne

The Neronne Pass, at 1,242 meters high, is a wonderful stage destination on the ascent into even higher areas. A wonderful view of the valleys and the surrounding mountains awaits …

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Plomb du Cantal

The Plomb du Cantal, with its 1,855 meters of altitude, is the highest peak in Cantal and the second in the Massif Central.

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Chateau de Val

Yes ; a very beautiful castle which was saved from being engulfed ...... like some villages and chapels! It was sold to Bords les orgues by EDF for a symbolic 1 franc!

He is magnificent.

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Murat

The town of Murat has numerous craft shops and a wildlife center. Agricultural shows are regularly held in its town center. Charming villages surround the town, as well as three …

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View of the Plomb du Cantal

From the Prat de Bouc pass, you can see the Plomb du Cantal, the highest peak in the Cantal mountains. At 1,855 meters, it is the second highest peak in the Massif Central after the Puy de Sancy (1,885 meters).

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The Top 20 Attractions in Cantal

Puy Mary Summit

Pas de Peyrol and Puy Mary

Roland's Breach

Puy Peyre-Arse

Col du Pas de Peyrol (1,589 m)

Col de Neronne

Plomb du Cantal

Chateau de Val

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