Pontaumur, a region in the Haute Combraille area of France's Puy-de-Dôme department, offers diverse natural landscapes ideal for outdoor activities. Characterized by its preserved, green, and wooded terrain, the area features rolling hills, verdant valleys, and the wild Gorges du Sioulet. Panoramic views of the Sancy massif and the Chaîne des Puys are accessible from various points, providing varied backdrops for several sports like jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
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5.0
(1)
8
runners
14.5km
01:47
290m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
runners
5.72km
00:37
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.57km
01:03
280m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
16.7km
02:02
440m
440m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
16.5km
01:32
340m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
35.1km
03:06
810m
810m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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6
riders
31.7km
02:44
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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10
riders
41.5km
03:32
570m
560m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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46
hikers
8.10km
02:18
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30
hikers
9.40km
02:42
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
11.8km
03:17
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
hikers
28.3km
08:05
640m
640m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
riders
29.1km
02:11
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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5
riders
57.8km
03:53
920m
920m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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6
riders
41.1km
02:41
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
34.5km
02:21
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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14
riders
31.4km
01:39
560m
560m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
49.6km
02:34
860m
860m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
57.7km
02:46
770m
770m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

7
riders
73.1km
03:46
1,190m
1,190m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Pontaumur offers a variety of outdoor activities including jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and touring cycling. The region features preserved natural landscapes, rolling hills, and valleys suitable for diverse pursuits. More than 40 routes are available for exploration.
Yes, Pontaumur provides several jogging routes. The terrain includes forests, hills, and valleys, offering varied experiences for runners. For more information, consult the Running Trails around Pontaumur guide.
Pontaumur serves as a starting point for numerous road cycling routes. Options include a 17.7-mile (28.5 km) 'Bike loop from Miremont' and a more challenging 35.4-mile (57.0 km) 'Fades Dam – Viaduc des Fades loop'. These routes often feature paved surfaces with significant elevation changes. Discover more in the Road Cycling Routes around Pontaumur guide.
Yes, the region around Pontaumur offers mountain biking opportunities. Trails wind through forests, hills, and valleys, providing options for various skill levels. An example is a 10.2-mile loop in the Forêt domaniale de la Chartreuse. Refer to the MTB Trails around Pontaumur guide for more details.
Pontaumur offers various hiking trails, including a moderate 5.8-mile (9.4 km) hike that starts from Pontaumur and provides views of the Chaîne des Puys. Other circuits are available around Villossanges, Miremont, and Condat-en-Combraille. Explore more options in the Hiking around Pontaumur guide.
Pontaumur is characterized by preserved, green, and wooded natural landscapes. Notable features include the wild Gorges du Sioulet, the Sioule river, and panoramic views from the Butte du Puy Saint-Gulmier. This vantage point overlooks the Sancy massif and the UNESCO World Heritage site, Chaîne des Puys.
The diverse terrain of Pontaumur, with its forests, hills, and valleys, offers routes suitable for various activity levels. Many trails are accessible for families seeking outdoor recreation. Specific routes can be filtered by difficulty on komoot to find appropriate options.
Many outdoor trails in natural areas like Pontaumur are generally dog-friendly, provided dogs are kept under control. It is advisable to check specific route details or local regulations for any restrictions. The preserved natural environment offers ample space for walks with dogs.
Outdoor routes in Pontaumur are well-regarded on komoot, with an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 stars. More than 900 visitors have explored these routes, contributing to over 140 ratings. This indicates a positive user experience for the available trails.
Komoot offers several guides for Pontaumur, covering various sports. These include Running Trails around Pontaumur, Road Cycling Routes around Pontaumur, MTB Trails around Pontaumur, Hiking around Pontaumur, and Cycling around Pontaumur.
For general information about the commune, visit the official website at pontaumur.fr. For tourism-specific inquiries regarding the Combrailles region, which includes Pontaumur, contact the Office de Tourisme des Combrailles.

