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Why choose a trail at Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne?
The Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. It consists of volcanic territories and mountainous landscapes. Its main attractions are volcanoes, lakes and forests.
The park is composed of three areas: the Massif Central, the Monts Dore and the Combrailles. These areas are distinguished by their relief and climate. The Massif Central consists of plateaus and mountains. The Monts Dore are characterized by their peaks and valleys. The Combrailles are recognizable by their gorges and perched villages.
The park is crossed by many rivers and has two lakes: lake Pavin and lake Chambon. These lakes are surrounded by forests that are home to a rich fauna and flora. The park is also rich in volcanoes. The most famous are the Puy de Dôme, the Puy Mary and the Plomb du Cantal. These volcanoes offer varied landscapes, ranging from craters to steep slopes.
The Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park is an ideal place for nature and sports enthusiasts. There are many activities on offer: hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, climbing, etc.
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Starting Point
The trailhead for the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park is located in Saint-Ours-les-Roches, in the Puy-de-Dôme department.
Why visit Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne
The Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and was created in 1970. It covers more than 1,000 km² and has about 60 volcanoes. It is one of the largest natural parks in France.
The park is an ideal place for hiking and discovering the local fauna and flora. In particular, there are lakes, forests and mountains. Nature lovers will be amazed by the landscapes of the park.
Things not to be missed
The activities to do around the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park are numerous! Nature lovers will be able to walk through the volcanic landscapes, go hiking or mountain biking, climb a volcano, or visit typical villages. Families can enjoy the numerous amusement parks and leisure activities, lakes and rivers for swimming, or museums and castles. Finally, gourmands will be able to taste the local Auvergne products.
Activities: hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing, climbing.
Things not to miss: the Puy de Dôme, the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, the Chaîne des Puys.
Where to eat?
1. Au P'tit Bouchon, in Saint-Nectaire
2. La Ferme Auberge du Lac de Guéry, in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise
3. The Auberge du Vieux Puits, in Orcival
4. La Maison des Bois, in Chastreix
5. Le Moulin de la Pipe, in Charbonnières-les-Vieilles
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