The Puy de Dôme

Orcines

Dogs allowed

Distance 10.7Km

Duration 1h50

Hiking route BOUCLE

Marking Yellow markings followed by red and white markings

In pictures

Route description

The Chemin des Muletiers, used since ancient times, is the shortest route to the summit of Puy de Dôme, but also the most challenging. There are two possible variants, starting from the Col de Ceyssat (50 min) or from the Maison de Site (2 h 15).

Duration : 3 h return – Distance : 10.7 km

Departure point : Maison de Site parking lot – Signs and markings Go up the parking lot as far as the old toll booth and take the yellow PR “Tour du puy de Dôme” on the left, which leads to the Col(…)

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Opening hours

All year round daily.

Comfort, facilities and services

  • Car park
  • Defibrillator
  • Orientation board
  • Pets welcome
  • Public WC

Additional information

For your own safety, always bring a bottle of water, a hat, warm clothing and footwear suitable for walking.

Depending on weather conditions, the itinerary is not recommended in bad weather (fog, snow, etc…) or may be difficult to walk.

The puy de Dôme site remains fragile, so stay on the marked trails. Avoid picking wild flowers and disturbing wildlife. Pick up your garbage.
Pets must be kept on a leash on this trail.

Dogs allowed Pets must be kept on a lead.

Access

Maison de Site du puy de Dôme (Puy de Dôme site house) housing the train station, Panoramique des Dômes

Updated on 12 February 2025 by Conseil départemental du Puy-de-Dôme