From the Bade plateau to the Châteaugay hillsides

This is where Auvergne’s vineyards have survived, as evidenced by the many plots still in use and the astonishing cellar district at Châteaugay. A route that offers great views over the town and surrounding mountains.

Start: Place Ballofy, Blanzat, direction “Les Mauvaises” / place du Général Charles-de-Gaulle, Châteaugay

This is where Auvergne’s vineyards have survived, as evidenced by the many plots still in use and the astonishing cellar district at Châteaugay. A route that offers great views over the town and surrounding mountains.

Start: Place Ballofy, Blanzat, direction “Les Mauvaises” / place du Général Charles-de-Gaulle, Châteaugay

Difficulty: Ascent from Blanzat to Plateau de la Bade

Suitable for all seasons. Disregard the crosses indicating the wrong direction, which are not part of the Clermont Communauté itineraries.