The Forest of the Shire : Understanding Living Things
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Set out to explore the Forest of the Shire and the rich biodiversity it harbors.
As you walk along, take in the trees, the flora, and the fauna—and don’t forget the hidden world beneath your feet.
Learn about the essential role of trees, their needs, their connections to other living things, and the challenges of forest management.
As you walk along, take in the trees, the flora, and the fauna—and don’t forget the hidden world beneath your feet.
Learn about the essential role of trees, their needs, their connections to other living things, and the challenges of forest management.
Distance : 6 km, approximately 100 m elevation gain
Difficulty : easy
Minimum age : 8 years old
Organized by : Association for the Protection and Promotion of the Environment and Heritage
Spoken languages
Availability and booking
Opening hours
Saturday 19 September 2026 between 2 pm and 5 pm.
Prices and payment methods
- Free of charge. By reservation only.
Pets welcome
No dogs allowed
Additional information
Weather-appropriate hiking shoes and long pants (to protect against ticks)
A partir de an(s)
Jusqu’à personnes
Location
Environnements
Forest location, Sensitive Natural Area
Photo credits : E. Texier
Updated on 23 July 2026 by Conseil départemental du Puy-de-Dôme