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Vic-le-Comte – Château de Lachaux loop from Parent - Coudes - Champeix

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Vic-le-Comte – Château de Lachaux loop from Parent - Coudes - Champeix

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Vic-le-Comte – Château de Lachaux loop from Parent - Coudes - Champeix

03:46

54.6km

880m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. 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: August 3, 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

Train Station

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4.96 km

Vic-le-Comte

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Vic-le-Comte is recognized as a “small town of character”. The former capital of the County of Auvergne has retained a remarkable heritage from its past. Walk among the medieval residences and admire its half-timbered houses.

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12.8 km

Château de Lachaux

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La Chaux-Montgros Castle is a 16th century castle and a rare example of a building combining medieval and Renaissance styles, influenced by Italian art. You can admire its three towers, …

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47.3 km

Croix des Gardes Pass

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This pass culminates at an altitude of 654 meters. Of medium difficulty, it offers you a breathtaking 360-degree view at its summit.

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50.3 km

View of the Auvergne Hills

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51.5 km

View of the Château de Buron

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You should definitely stop here to admire the views of Château de Buron, a ruined medieval castle perched on a volcanic peak. The castle was built in the 13th century …

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54.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.8 km

1.56 km

882 m

289 m

Surfaces

50.8 km

2.16 km

1.55 km

< 100 m

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Thursday 3 September

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Vic-le-Comte – Château de Lachaux loop from Parent - Coudes - Champeix

Vic-le-Comte

Château de Lachaux

Croix des Gardes Pass

View of the Auvergne Hills

View of the Château de Buron

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