Forest walk

Saint-Genès-Champanelle

No dogs allowed

Distance 10.4Km

Duration 2h30

Hiking route BOUCLE

Marking Yellow circles in both directions.

In pictures

Route description

On this walk, you’ll wind your way through the shade of the trees before enjoying a breathtaking view of the Puy-de-Dôme. This relatively easy, flat trail is suitable for families and beginners.

Trail highlights

We recommend that you follow the tour using the Mikhes app, which guides you step by step to simplify your discovery. Download the app at the bottom of the page and start your tour.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

Step 4 : way junction.
Turn right in the direction of “Beaune-le-Chaud”, drive about 800 m and, at the first house, take the road on the right to reach the wash-house.
At the washhouse, turn left in the direction of “Saint-Genès-Champanelle”, then right at the fountain to enter the village.
At the church, go straight on towards “Saint-Genès-Champanelle”, taking the uphill path.
At the end of the climb, go back down and take the first path on the right.
Cross the road and return to l’Escapad’, taking the same route as before.

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Opening hours

From 01/01 to 31/12 daily.

Comfort, facilities and services

  • Coach access
  • Defibrillator

Environment

Forest location, Mountain view

Access

Road access to L’Escapad’ – 1 chemin du Château – 63122 Saint-Genès-Champanelle Le Bourg.
From Clermont-Ferrand, take the N89 via Beaumont, Ceyrat, Saulzet-Le-Chaud then Theix.
Continue on the D90 to Saint-Genès-Champanelle Le Bourg or via Royat, Charade, Manson then Thèdes (D90).

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Updated on 24 March 2026 by Clermont Auvergne Volcans