Bongheat is a commune situated on a very hilly plateau in the Puy-de-Dôme department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in central France. This geographical position, bordering the Livradois region and acting as a transition between the Limagne plain and the St. Dier d'Auvergne basin, creates a diverse landscape of rolling, verdant hills and picturesque country lanes. The area's terrain is well-suited for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more, offering varied opportunities for outdoor exploration.
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Routes
4.4
(152)
Average rating
727
People visited

4.4
(58)
157
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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(26)
88
hikers
8.13km
02:26
260m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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60
hikers
5.65km
01:35
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
hikers
3.61km
01:12
170m
170m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
riders
50.7km
02:24
630m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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29
riders
80.3km
03:24
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
riders
169km
09:12
3,400m
3,400m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

9
riders
58.3km
02:56
900m
900m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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9.83km
00:58
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
riders
40.1km
02:20
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
53.2km
03:27
730m
730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
47.4km
04:18
1,100m
1,100m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
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13
riders
39.4km
03:08
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
39.0km
03:23
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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8
riders
37.7km
03:27
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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4
riders
29.3km
02:11
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
runners
12.5km
01:36
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
8.99km
01:04
230m
230m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
runners
12.8km
01:24
230m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
5.60km
00:37
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
22.6km
01:42
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
44.5km
03:15
450m
440m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4
riders
43.7km
03:08
840m
850m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
34.5km
02:31
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bongheat offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region's hilly plateau terrain provides diverse conditions for these sports. More than 3,800 visitors have explored the area.
There are 18 routes available in Bongheat on komoot, covering various sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.32 out of 5 stars from more than 380 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Bongheat serves as a base for various hiking experiences. Notable trails include "The chaos of the three stones" and "The Madet valley," both located within the nearby Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park. The GR30 trail, known as the "Tour des Volcans et lacs d'Auvergne," also passes near the area. For more information, consult the Hiking around Bongheat guide.
Yes, Bongheat's varied topography supports multiple cycling disciplines. Road cyclists can find routes on the hilly plateau, while mountain bikers and gravel bikers have diverse trails. Touring cyclists also have options for exploring the region. Specific guides are available for Road Cycling Routes around Bongheat, MTB Trails around Bongheat, Cycling around Bongheat, and Gravel biking around Bongheat.
Bongheat is characterized by rolling, verdant hills and is close to the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park, which features volcanic gorges. Historical landmarks include medieval villages like Billom and castles such as Château de Montmorin, Château de Ravel, and Château de Mauzun. The area also benefits from proximity to the wider Puy-de-Dôme department's volcanic massifs.
Yes, Bongheat offers trails suitable for jogging and running. The diverse terrain, including rolling hills and country lanes, provides varied conditions for runners. A dedicated guide for Running Trails around Bongheat is available.
Bongheat is situated on a very hilly plateau, offering a diverse landscape of rolling hills and picturesque country lanes. This varied topography makes it suitable for activities ranging from easy walks to more challenging cycling routes. It acts as a natural transition between the Limagne plain and the St. Dier d'Auvergne basin.
Bongheat has ancient origins, with records dating back to the 6th century, and features traditional pisé architecture. Nearby historical sites include medieval villages like Billom, known for its paved streets, and several castles such as Château de Montmorin, Château de Ravel, Château de Mauzun, and Château d'Aulteribe. These sites offer a cultural dimension to outdoor adventures.
The official website for Bongheat is bongheat.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie (town hall) of Bongheat can be reached by phone at 04 73 68 49 32.
Bongheat borders the Livradois region and is in close proximity to the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park. This expansive natural area features volcanic gorges and historical ruins. Several hiking trails, such as "The chaos of the three stones" and "The Madet valley," are located within this park, offering additional outdoor exploration opportunities near Bongheat.

