Grandrif is a region located within the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park in Puy-de-Dôme, France. Its varied terrain includes the Monts du Forez and the Livradois mountains, featuring lush forests, high stubble fields, and picturesque plateaus. The area is characterized by the scenic Dore and Ance valleys, alongside geological formations such as the volcanic crater of Montpeloux. This diverse landscape provides an ideal setting for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
90
Routes
4.5
(91)
Average rating
1402
People visited

4.6
(10)
74
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(3)
12
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

19
riders
77.3km
07:17
1,460m
1,460m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(3)
7
riders
22.4km
02:14
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(1)
198
riders
117km
06:46
2,590m
2,590m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(2)
73
riders
95.9km
05:19
1,930m
1,930m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(3)
61
riders
25.7km
01:33
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.0
(1)
37
riders
49.0km
02:54
1,150m
1,150m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(19)
101
hikers
7.09km
01:55
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(9)
46
hikers
6.15km
01:40
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
hikers
9.27km
02:34
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
8
hikers
5.34km
01:30
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
20
runners
10.9km
01:21
320m
320m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
9.87km
01:04
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
20.6km
02:19
260m
260m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
28.2km
02:27
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

11
riders
33.0km
03:18
850m
850m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
9
riders
56.3km
05:30
920m
920m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

8
riders
31.8km
02:14
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
26.6km
02:04
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
19.2km
01:41
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
25.8km
02:12
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
24.9km
01:37
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Grandrif offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 36 routes for exploration. Over 6,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars.
Grandrif is a recognized mountain biking hub within the Livradois-Forez Regional Nature Park. It features 30 FFC-certified mountain bike circuits. The broader park offers an extensive network of 125 signposted mountain bike trails, covering nearly 1,727 miles (2,780 km). Specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Grandrif guide.
Grandrif is a destination for hiking, with a multitude of pedestrian trails. The Livradois-Forez Regional Nature Park, which encompasses Grandrif, boasts 2,000 km of waymarked footpaths. These trails traverse varied landscapes from the Livradois to the Forez mountains. For local options, consult the Hiking around Grandrif guide.
The Grandrif area, including its 23 km of paved communal roads, offers opportunities for road cycling. The broader Livradois-Forez region provides numerous paths and roads suitable for discovering varied landscapes by road bike. Routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Grandrif guide.
The Livradois-Forez Regional Nature Park, where Grandrif is located, offers trails suitable for various skill levels, including options for families. The extensive network of hiking and cycling paths allows for selection of routes based on difficulty. Mountain bike rentals are also available in the region.
Grandrif is characterized by its varied terrain, including the Monts du Forez and the Livradois mountains. Key natural features include the Dore and Ance valleys, the volcanic crater of Montpeloux, and the Creux de l'Oulette with its waterfall. The Barrage des Pradeaux, an early French hydroelectric dam, is also a significant site.
Komoot offers several guides for Grandrif to help plan outdoor activities. These include MTB Trails around Grandrif, Road Cycling Routes around Grandrif, and Hiking around Grandrif. Additional guides cover Running, Cycling, and Gravel biking.
Grandrif is a popular destination on komoot, with over 6,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes have received an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from 539 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
The official municipal website for Grandrif is grandrif.fr. For information on outdoor activities within the broader Ambert Livradois Forez community, the website ambert-cretesduforez.com is available.
The phone number for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Grandrif is +33473820301. For inquiries related to outdoor activities in the Ambert Livradois Forez area, the Bureau des activités de Pleine Nature can be reached at 04 73 82 00 04.
Grandrif provides an environment for jogging due to its extensive network of trails. The region's forest paths and communal roads are suitable for running amidst natural scenery. A dedicated guide, Running Trails around Grandrif, is available.
Grandrif supports various types of cycling, including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region offers both paved roads and off-road trails to accommodate different cycling preferences. Guides for each sport are available on komoot.

