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Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Montbrison
Chalmazel-Jeansagnière

Pierre–sur–Haute – Béal Pass loop from Chalmazel

Hard

5.0

(1)

22

runners

Pierre–sur–Haute – Béal Pass loop from Chalmazel

03:25

25.5km

1,000m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 9, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional Livradois-Forez

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

6.01 km

Pierre-sur-Haute

Highlight • Other

The highest point of the Forez mountains, Pierre-sur-Haute rises to an altitude of 1,634 meters. At the summit, terrestrial and military broadcasting antennas were erected by NATO during the Cold War. They are still in operation today.

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6.27 km

Pierre–sur–Haute

Highlight • Summit

A beautiful path through the Hautes-Chaumes to take you to the highest point of the Forez mountains at 1,634 meters.

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6.72 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

4

13.4 km

Vallee du fossat

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Nestled in the heart of Puy-de-Dôme, in Auvergne, the Fossat Valley reveals itself as a living picture of nature and history. This haven of peace, less known and more secret than other famous sites in the region, offers a panorama of gentle hills, green plateaus and small valleys carved out by time and the elements. Surrounded by majestic puys, these extinct volcanoes which outline the horizon, the valley vibrates to the rhythm of the seasons, changing colors and atmospheres according to the continental climate influenced by the mountains.

The green carpet of dense forests and meadows is a setting for diverse fauna and flora, testifying to the richness of the mountain ecosystems of Central Europe. The valley, a silent witness to bygone eras, keeps within it the vestiges of a rich history, from antiquity to the Middle Ages, telling stories of peoples and cultures who have succeeded one another on this land.

In this valley, time seems to stand still, with small farms perpetuating traditional methods, cultivating the land and raising animals with ancestral respect for the environment. It is a land of flavors and know-how, where local products are an invitation to discover local gastronomy.

For the adventurer and nature lover, the Fossat Valley is an ideal playground. Hiking trails wind through the landscape, offering stunning views and moments of serenity. Mountain biking, walking, and nature observation find a perfect setting, far from the hustle and bustle of major tourist destinations.

With its cold winters and mild summers, the valley invites contemplation and escape, to live to the rhythm of nature and to appreciate the simplicity of a life far from urban hustle and bustle. The Fossar Valley, discreet and authentic, is a hidden gem of Puy-de-Dôme, a place where time stops to give way to the quiet beauty of Auvergne.

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18.5 km

Béal Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The striking beauty of the landscape between the Loire and Auvergne, the fresh air of the high altitude, the cuisine of the numerous Auberges in the vicinity, all the hiking and biking options... Everything make a perfect destination in this less known part of France.

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20.9 km

Col de la Chamboite

Mountain Pass

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25.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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12.2 km

11.4 km

1.33 km

319 m

167 m

Surfaces

18.0 km

3.14 km

2.65 km

763 m

563 m

167 m

143 m

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Friday 17 July

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