The Valley of Saints
Boudes
From Boudes, visit a site worthy of a western setting ! In the land of red soils, salt springs, fairy chimneys, volcanoes, limestone hills, intersect over only a few kilometres and form a rich landscape mosaic.
Discover the many colorful geological formations along the trail. A mysterious universe where minerals create life ! If the landscape is impressive, the flora and fauna are just as remarkable : orchids, nesting birds, frogs and small mammals.
Once there, take the opportunity to discover the Bard Roman spring and its original(…)
Spoken languages
Opening hours
All year round daily.
Prices and payment methods
- Free access.
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Comfort, facilities and services
- Car park
- Coach access
- Coach parking
- Free car park
- Guided group tours on request
- Picnic area
- Themed path
- Unguided group tours available permanently
- Unguided individual tours available permanently
Location
Accès
From Clermont, join the A75 (Montpellier) and take exit 15 (Le Broc / Saint-Germain-Lembron). Turn left onto the D909, then right onto the D48. At the entrance to the village of Boudes, turn left and park in the reception hall parking lot. The walk begins here.
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Photo credits : @M.Gaydier-sentier de découverte de la Vallée des Saints, CEN Auvergne, CEN Auvergne, @M.Gaydier-sentier de découverte de la Vallée des Saints, @M.Gaydier-sentier de découverte de la Vallée des Saints, OT ISSOIRE
Updated on 8 June 2026 by Auvergne Pays d’Issoire