Mountain Bike Trail : Between the Banks of the Allier and the Limagne Hills | Lempdes

A smooth and varied mountain bike loop between the cool banks of the Allier and the Limagne Plain

Starting from the parking lot at Lempdes Town Hall, the mountain bike version of the “Between the Banks of the Allier and the Limagne Hills” circuit offers a beautiful, smooth ride(…)

A smooth and varied mountain bike loop between the cool banks of the Allier and the Limagne Plain

Starting from the parking lot at Lempdes Town Hall, the mountain bike version of the “Between the Banks of the Allier and the Limagne Hills” circuit offers a beautiful, smooth ride just outside the Clermont-Ferrand metropolitan area. With its smooth terrain, the route combines the pleasure of riding along the river with the exploration of farm trails in the Limagne basin.

Highlights of the mountain bike route :
• A very accessible terrain : Smooth trails, wide paths, and very gentle elevation changes that are perfect for a family mountain bike outing or a ride on an e-MTB.
• Varied scenery : Ride along the wild meanders of the Allier River before reaching the open spaces of the plain.
• Panoramic views : Enjoy beautiful vistas of the Puy d’Anzelle, the Puy de Bane, and the entire volcanic landscape that frames the city.

Practical Information & Technical Profile :
• Start/Finish : Town Hall Parking Lot (Rue Saint-Verny – 63370 Lempdes)
• Bike Types : Mountain Bike / E-Mountain Bike / Gravel Bike / Sturdy Hybrid Bike
• Markings : Yellow circles in both directions
• Public Transportation Access : T2C bus (line E4, “Mairie de Lempdes” stop)

Wearing a helmet is recommended for everyone. Be careful on the shared-use sections along the Allier River and adjust your speed at intersections with farm roads.