Chalinargues is a region located in the Cantal department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. Characterized by its volcanic terrain, the area is situated between the Cantal mountains and the Cézallier plateau, with the Alagnon valley and Pinatelle forest contributing to its diverse landscape. This varied geography makes Chalinargues suitable for several outdoor sports like touring cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Chalinargues provides a range of outdoor activities for various interests, with more…
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4.6
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4.3
(8)
34
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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74
hikers
3.62km
00:59
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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35
hikers
14.4km
04:07
330m
330m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

4.9
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37
hikers
17.7km
05:02
390m
390m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.0
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5
riders
55.2km
03:51
1,030m
1,030m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
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62
riders
58.1km
04:11
1,120m
1,120m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.7
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22
riders
37.4km
02:31
550m
550m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
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19
riders
92.4km
06:25
1,670m
1,670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.5
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108
riders
111km
06:02
2,200m
2,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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105
riders
56.0km
03:01
1,010m
1,010m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

27
riders
68.0km
03:40
1,360m
1,360m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
33.9km
01:47
570m
570m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.3
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32
riders
78.0km
07:04
1,750m
1,750m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
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13
riders
16.7km
01:30
250m
250m
Easy mountain bike ride.

12
riders
21.1km
01:47
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

5
riders
15.2km
01:10
230m
230m
Easy mountain bike ride.
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5.0
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20
riders
63.4km
04:59
1,450m
1,450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.5
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16
riders
61.4km
04:13
1,140m
1,150m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.3
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21
riders
58.2km
04:26
1,280m
1,280m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

11
riders
64.8km
05:09
1,220m
1,220m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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12
runners
16.0km
01:54
280m
280m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
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23
runners
16.6km
01:57
250m
250m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

8
runners
17.6km
01:54
230m
230m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.0
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5
runners
10.5km
01:11
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Chalinargues offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 30 routes available across these sports. Over 6,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars.
Chalinargues is suitable for touring cycling, with 12 dedicated touring bicycle routes available. The diverse landscapes, from volcanic plateaus to valleys, offer picturesque backdrops for longer cycling journeys. Further details are available in the Cycling around Chalinargues guide.
Chalinargues offers 7 hiking routes, suitable for various fitness levels. Popular routes include the Cheylat Waterfall loop (8.9 miles [14.3 km], moderate) and the Fisherman's Lake loop (7.1 miles [11.4 km]). The Hiking around Chalinargues guide provides more information.
Chalinargues provides 7 mountain biking routes, including sections of the Grande Traversée du Massif Central (GTMC) route. Riders can experience technically demanding singletracks and descents through the Alagnon Valley. The Pinatelle Forest also offers numerous mountain biking trails, with facilities like washing stations available in Chalinargues. Consult the MTB Trails around Chalinargues guide for more details.
Chalinargues offers 6 jogging routes, providing a beautiful setting for running. Many hiking trails, particularly those classified as easy or moderate, can also be used for jogging. These routes offer varied terrain through forests, around lakes, and across agricultural fields. The Running Trails around Chalinargues guide lists available options.
Chalinargues offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including easier trails that can be enjoyed by families. The Pinatelle Forest provides numerous trails through woodlands and wetlands, creating a peaceful environment. Routes around picturesque lakes like Fisherman's Lake are also accessible.
Chalinargues is located within the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, featuring volcanic landscapes, high summer pastures, and the Pinatelle Forest. Notable natural features include the Lac du Pêcher, Fisherman's Lake, and the scenic Cheylat Waterfall. The region's volcanic origins are evident in its terrain.
Komoot offers several guides for Chalinargues, including Cycling around Chalinargues, Hiking around Chalinargues, and MTB Trails around Chalinargues. Guides for running, road cycling, and gravel biking are also available.
The official website for the commune of Chalinargues is integrated into the IntraMuros platform. It can be found at intramuros.org/chalinargues.
Chalinargues has more than 30 routes available on komoot. These routes cover various sports such as touring cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and gravel biking. The routes have an average rating of 4.64 stars.
Chalinargues offers 2 dedicated road cycling routes. The region's diverse landscapes, from volcanic plateaus to valleys, provide picturesque backdrops for road cycling. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Chalinargues guide.
The phone number for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Chalinargues is +33471200760.

