Croix de Ternant – Hike from the Goules parking lot

Orcines

No dogs allowed

Distance 5Km

Duration 1h45

Hiking route BOUCLE

Marking Yellow circles in both directions.Disregard the yellow crosses indicating the wrong direction, which do not concern Clermont Communauté itineraries.

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Visitor alert

The area around the Goules parking lot and the adjoining hiking trails are very popular in summer. To preserve the sensitive natural environments of the Chaîne des Puys, it is essential to stay on the marked paths and not to cut through pastures or forest areas. Dogs must be kept on a leash to respect local wildlife.

Route description

A family trail through woods and pastures, with superb views of the Auvergne volcanoes and the Chaîne des Puys. From the Ternant cross, the panorama opens up to Clermont-Ferrand, Limagne and the Forez mountains.

On this easy trail through woods and pastures, hikers enjoy numerous views of the Auvergne volcanoes and the Chaîne des Puys. For the more motivated, we recommend an off-circuit route that takes you as far as the Sarcoui cave and the Puy des Goules, with a steeper climb that is(…)

Trail highlights

The Volcans shuttle bus takes you to the Goules parking lot from Clermont-Ferrand (gare SNCF / Ballainvilliers / Jaude) and Royat during vacation periods.

We recommend that you follow the route with the Mikhes app, which guides you step by step for a simplified discovery. Download the app at the bottom of the page and start your tour.

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Opening hours

All year round daily.

Access

Access by bus (Vulcania shuttle) from Clermont or Royat every day in summer (July/August). During school vacations : spring and autumn, book 48 hours in advance.