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Laprugne

Viewpoint La Pierre Châtel – Col de la Loge des Gardes loop from Col de la Loge des Gardes

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France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Vichy
Laprugne

Viewpoint La Pierre Châtel – Col de la Loge des Gardes loop from Col de la Loge des Gardes

Hard

4.5

(2)

29

hikers

Viewpoint La Pierre Châtel – Col de la Loge des Gardes loop from Col de la Loge des Gardes

06:15

19.9km

750m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 10.9 km for 55 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

484 m

View of the Allier - Paraglider launch site

Highlight • Other

A magnificent panorama of the Allier with picnic tables

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2

10.1 km

Allée des hêtres tortueux

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If you are looking for a magical hike in the Montagne Bourbonnaise, you must not miss the Alley of tortuous beech trees. This old path, near the hamlet of Bletterie, …

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10.9 km

Viewpoint La Pierre Châtel

Highlight • Summit

You will also appreciate the breathtaking views from the Pierre Châtel, a rocky escarpment which offers a panoramic view of the Monts de la Madeleine. The trail, approximately 2 km …

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11.1 km

This forest is the highest in the department of Allier, located on the ridge line between the Allier and the Loire. From different points in the forest, you can enjoy …

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19.7 km

Col de la Loge des Gardes

Highlight • Mountain Pass

A beautiful pass in the Roannais Mountains, set against a forested backdrop. It's almost like being on a North American road, with wide roads and coniferous forests. The gradients up …

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19.9 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.2 km

6.07 km

1.36 km

911 m

403 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

3.36 km

2.30 km

1.71 km

614 m

608 m

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Highest point (1,100 m)

Lowest point (690 m)

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Saturday 17 October

8°C

3°C

48 %

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