Explore the trails and wild biodiversity around Le Clos Auvergnat
Welcome to where time slows down and nature takes back its place. Le Clos is the ideal starting point for exploring our hills and backroads. At your own pace, discover genuine panoramas and nature that breathes. Whether you love long athletic walks or short strolls in the fresh air, there is always a trail waiting for you.
Hiking "Around the Clos" means choosing the simplicity of a route that adapts to your desires and the season.
The "feet in the grass" start: Step out of the gîte and head straight onto the marked trails, with no complex logistics.
Routes for all levels: From a 45-minute loop to a circuit of several hours for the more active.
A changing nature: Each season transforms the landscape, offering unique light and atmospheres on our hills.
Absolute peace: Our trails are far from the main tourist crowds, guaranteeing a rare tranquility.
Our favorite routes
La Banne d’Ordanche
This is the area's must-see. This volcanic peak offers one of the most beautiful 360° views of the Massif du Sancy without requiring superhuman effort.
Recommended route: Starting from the Bornettes car park. An accessible loop that climbs to the summit (1,512m).
A tip from Le Clos: Go there for the sunset. The light on the Sancy ridges is magical.
Le Plateau du Guéry
Just a few minutes from the gîte, the Guéry mountain center is a must-visit, summer or winter. Between lake and forest, the atmosphere changes radically.
Recommended route: The "Plateaux du Guéry" trail. It allows you to see the famous Tuilière and Sanadoire rocks (remnants of two volcanoes facing each other).
A tip from Le Clos: It is the ideal spot for a refreshing hike in summer, thanks to the altitude and the wooded sections.
Massif du Sancy
For those who enjoy elevation gain or discovering the highest point of the Massif Central, Sancy is the ultimate playground.
Recommended route: For the active, the climb via the Vallée de la Fontaine Salée (wilder and less crowded than the resort side). For families, a walk around Lac Pavin or the Val de Courre.
A tip from Le Clos: We recommend leaving early in the morning to observe the chamois and mouflons, which are very present on the ridges at dawn.