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France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Issoire
Usson

Northern ramparts – Saint-Maurice Church loop from Usson

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Hiking trails & Routes
France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Issoire
Usson

Northern ramparts – Saint-Maurice Church loop from Usson

Moderate

5.0

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Northern ramparts – Saint-Maurice Church loop from Usson

02:52

9.74km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel régional Livradois-Forez

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8.78 km

Northern ramparts

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Landscaped site, ideal for picnics and peacefully admiring the landscape.

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8.83 km

Usson Ramparts

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Landscaped site, ideal for picnics and peacefully admiring the landscape.

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8.98 km

Saint-Maurice Church

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The village of Usson is dominated by the Saint-Maurice church from which one can also access the summit and the Virgin of Usson to enjoy a spectacular view.

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8.99 km

Usson

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Usson is a beautiful village perched on a volcanic peak facing the Chaîne des Puys, the Monts Dore, and the Cézallier Plateau. It was once the site of a castle …

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9.12 km

Basalt columns

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The basaltic organs of Usson, whose base can be approached, form the promontory of the Virgin of Usson.

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9.47 km

Village of Usson

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Perched on a volcanic peak, the place of exile of Queen Margot for 19 years, the village of Usson is one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France.

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9.74 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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5.66 km

2.62 km

962 m

352 m

150 m

Surfaces

5.62 km

2.18 km

1.47 km

395 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (580 m)

Lowest point (410 m)

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Monday 18 May

20°C

7°C

54 %

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