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Salers
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D 990
Raulhac
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33,6km
Salers
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AURILLAC
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Aurillac
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Giou de
Mamou
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D 48
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ChaudesAigues
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55.5
D 101
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Auvergne Motorcycle Circuit
ST FLOUR
Departure: Salers (Cantal)
In front of“Le Sagranier”
Arrival: Saint-Flour (Cantal)
Vichy > Orcines
Orcines > Le Mont-Dore
Le Mont-Dore > Salers
Salers > Saint-Flour
Saint-Flour > Le Puy-en-Velay
Le Puy-en-Velay > Ambert
Ambert > Vichy
14,5km
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Distance: 184 km
Duration: 3-5 hrs
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Salers
Medieval Salers, ranked among «France’s most
beautiful villages», is one of the true wonders of
Auvergne and an unmissable step on our journey.
You enter the upper part of the village through the
belfry tower and continue along narrow streets
lined with delightful shops, each more welcoming
than the next. It is hard to resist the charm of the
turret houses and corbelled walls as you head
towards the Esplanade de Barrouze, where you
get a spectacular view over the Maronne and
Aspre valleys. Salers is the pride and joy of the
Cantal department and lends its name to the most
iconic breed of cattle roaming the surrounding
hills. Salers cattle are known for their brown
colour, tender meat and unique-tasting cheese.
Festivities: 1st weekend of May. Salers hosts the
“Sites Remarquables du Goût” food festival.
Tourist Office - +33 (0)4.71.40.58.08
Aurillac
Aurillac, the capital town of the Cantal department,
has much to offer in the way of tourism,
particularly within the historic town, which has
been beautifully preserved. Lying on the banks of
the Jordanne river, Aurillac is full of small colourful
quarters and welcoming terraces. If you are keen
on local Auvergne produce (cheese, cured meats,
bread & pastries and fine cutlery), you won’t be
disappointed. You should also be sure to check
out the weekly market: every Saturday morning at
the Place de l’Hôtel de Ville.
What to see:
Muséum des Volcans: within Château de SaintEtienne. Permanent exhibition on the volcanoes
of the Massif Central. Open year round (closed
Mondays). Tel: +33 (0)4.71.48.07.00
Festivities:
International Street Theatre Festival: 3rd week of
August. Unmissable! With more than 450 theatre
troupes passing through, Aurillac becomes the
AUVERGNE MOTORCYCLE CIRCUIT
Vichy > Orcines
Orcines > Le Mont-Dore
Le Mont-Dore > Salers
Salers > Saint-Flour
Saint-Flour > Le Puy-en-Velay
Le Puy-en-Velay > Ambert
Ambert > Vichy
European capital of street theatre for a week!
Les Européennes du goût: 1st weekend of July.
Entertainment and a chance to taste local produce.
Aurillac Tourist Office: +33 (0)4.71.48.46.58
Chaudes-Aigues
Chaudes Aigues, a translation from old French
meaning literally «hot waters», takes its name
from the raging fires blazing in the belly of the
Earth. It boasts no less than 32 natural springs,
including the renowned source of the river Par,
which can reach 82° and is said to be the hottest
in Europe! Boiling water is a common feature
here: it cooks the eggs, fills the troughs in the
local wash-house, flows from the fountains, heats
the houses, intrigues visitors, and nurtures body &
soul. It attracts visitors with the same magnetism
as the castle keep, the chapel’s ornate lancet arch
and the statues nestling in small recesses. This
Cantal resort continues to be renowned for its
thermal spas and cures.
What to see:
Geothermia: Everything you ever wanted to know
about geothermal energy in the air around us
and in the deep ocean (sources, use and natural
manifestations of the Earth’s heat).
Tel: +33 (0)4.71.23.58.76
Chaudes-Aigues Tourist Office:
+33 (0)4.71.23.52.75
Les Gorges de la Truyère
These gorges, which were carved out by the
river Truyère as it made its way south, make
for a breathtaking and wild landscape, much
appreciated by «laid-back» motorcyclists looking
for a relaxing and refreshing stop-off site in a
region that continues to be dominated by Mother
Nature. Sports enthusiasts won’t be disappointed
either, with a choice of hiking, climbing, mountain
biking and microlighting. But one thing that is
sure to satisfy all comers is the local gastronomy,
including the famous “Encalat” tart, made with
sweet cottage cheese, and the “Piccousel”, a
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sweet & savoury cake made with herbs and
prunes. In short, life is good here!
Viaduc de Garabit
Located on the road that winds its way along the
banks of the river Truyère, the Garabit viaduct is
an impressive vantage point. This veritable work
of art, a steel masterpiece constructed by Gustave
Eiffel from 1881 to 1884, crosses the Truyère at
a height of 122 m, linking the two valleys. The
viaduct has been anchored in French history
since Eiffel’s time: it saw the troops heading for
the front in 1914 and was very nearly destroyed in
1944. Its famous red hues are beautifully lit up at
night, offering a unique spectacle!
Departure
Salers
Arrival
Saint-Flour
Saint-Flour
If national heritage is your thing, look no further:
Saint-Flour has been recognised as a «Land of Art
and History». Treasures in this town abound, from
the lower to the upper sections, which are connected
by the Montée des Orgues and the Chemin des
Gourmet stops
Chêvres. Visitors can take in the Saint-Pierre
Le
Milk - an ideally located bar in Aurillac’s most
Cathedral, the old bridge, the Episcopal Palace 3
lively square. Refreshing drinks and regional
or the Consulate, an architectural masterpiece
specialities served on the terrace.
from the Italian Renaissance period. But during
Place du Square- Aurillac - +33 (0)4.71.48.06.88
the summer season Saint-Flour also plays host to
several cultural events whose reputation stretches 9 Les portes de l’Aubrac - this passionate chef offers
Aveyron and Auvergne specialities: aligot, iced
far beyond the borders of Auvergne!
What to see:
Musée de la Haute-Auvergne: an astonishing
collection that bears witness to the history of this
upland region. Open all year round.
Tel: +33 (0)4.71.60.22.32
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Festivities:
Hautes terres - festival of mountain culture:
late June. Live shows, concerts, gastronomic and
artisanal markets.
Festa del Païs: 1st weekend in August –festive
fun celebrating regional agriculture.
Saint-Flour Tourist Office - +33 (0)4.71.60.22.50
eaving Salers, the road to Aurillac via the Col de Légal snakes its way through a mountain
setting that will take your breath away! From the bubbling waters of Chaudes-Aigues
to the tranquillity of the river Truyère and the majesty of the Viaduc de Garabit, soak up
the pleasure of this unique route. As it passes by mysterious rivers, lakes, mountains and
valleys, the circuitous road toils through the surprising typography of this wild and enigmatic
landscape, which seems barely touched by the hand of man.
soufflé & Aubrac tea. Terrace. Chaudes-Aigues - +33
(0)4.71.23.51.18
Le Panoramic Hôtel - magnificent views of the
Gorges and a warm welcome. Lasagne-style cabbage
and more. Terrace. Garabit - +33 (0)4.71.23.40.24
Auberge La Pagnoune - as you leave Garabit, it’s
worth making a small detour to Loubaresse to stop
off at this superb stone tavern, where the mother
and daughter team serve up wonderful slow-cooked
traditional dishes - +33 (0)4.71.73.74.69
Chez Geneviève - delicious food guaranteed:
cabbage and foie gras, homemade pounti (sweet &
savoury cake) and more; Terrace.
25 rue des Lacs - Saint-Flour - +33 (0)4.71.60.17.97
Departure: Salers (Cantal)
In front of “Le Sagranier”
Arrival: Saint-Flour (Cantal)
Distance: 184 km
Duration: 3-5 hrs