Tailhac, a region in the Haute-Loire department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in France, offers diverse natural landscapes for outdoor activities. The area is shaped by ancient volcanic formations, rolling hills, and deep gorges carved by rivers such as the Allier and Loire, alongside extensive forests. This varied terrain provides an ideal setting for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Tailhac provides a range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts. The region…
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6
riders
98.6km
05:23
2,000m
2,000m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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38
riders
50.1km
02:33
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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34
riders
47.8km
02:27
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

26
riders
31.8km
01:28
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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32
riders
29.4km
01:50
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
riders
65.3km
04:30
1,170m
1,170m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
riders
48.4km
03:09
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
riders
15.9km
01:08
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35
runners
13.2km
01:25
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
runners
12.4km
01:33
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
23.7km
03:02
750m
750m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
8.11km
01:05
300m
300m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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42
hikers
28.0km
07:59
630m
630m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
9.32km
02:52
330m
330m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
hikers
9.42km
02:56
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
hikers
5.89km
01:31
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
riders
36.7km
03:35
950m
950m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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17
riders
26.0km
02:02
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
14.9km
00:59
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
riders
21.9km
01:26
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
46.3km
03:13
830m
830m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
27.9km
01:57
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
29.2km
02:27
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
33.7km
02:18
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Tailhac offers opportunities for Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse landscapes, including volcanic formations and river gorges, provide varied terrain for these activities.
Tailhac features road cycling routes that traverse varied terrain. Examples include loops through the Lignon Gorges or around Col de Peyra Taillade, offering scenic views and elevation changes. More details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Tailhac guide.
The region around Tailhac is well-suited for mountain biking, with a network of marked trails. The Haut-Lignon area offers FFC-certified trails of varying difficulty, including options for electric mountain bikes. The MTB Trails around Tailhac guide provides further information.
Touring cyclists can explore routes like the "Via Allier" cycle route, which follows the Allier River. Another option is the "Loire Sauvage and Velay Greenway Loop," which is approximately 14.4 miles (23.2 km) long. The Cycling around Tailhac guide offers more details.
Tailhac and its surroundings provide numerous opportunities for jogging and trail running. The Haut-Lignon trail station, at an altitude of 3,280 feet (1,000 meters), features signposted circuits with panoramic views. The Running Trails around Tailhac guide lists available routes.
The diverse landscapes of Tailhac, including volcanic formations and forests, offer various hiking trails. These routes provide opportunities to explore the natural features of the Haute-Loire department. For specific routes, refer to the Hiking around Tailhac guide.
The region offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including options that may be appropriate for families. The "Loire Sauvage and Velay Greenway Loop" is a moderate route that follows wild river landscapes. It is advisable to check route details for specific difficulty and terrain before planning a family outing.
The Tailhac region is characterized by ancient volcanic activity, resulting in diverse topography. Notable features include volcanic hills and valleys, the Mézenc massif, and gorges carved by the Allier, Loire, and Lignon rivers. High plateaus and extensive forests also contribute to the varied scenery.
More than 2,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Tailhac on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. There are 3 routes currently listed for Tailhac across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Tailhac, including Road Cycling Routes around Tailhac, Cycling around Tailhac, Running Trails around Tailhac, MTB Trails around Tailhac, Hiking around Tailhac, and Gravel biking around Tailhac.
The Mairie (town hall) of Tailhac can be contacted by phone at +33471741171. For general inquiries, email can be sent to commune.tailhac@laposte.net.

