Pignols is a commune in the Puy-de-Dôme department of Auvergne, central France, characterized by its diverse landscapes suitable for outdoor activities. Situated on the edge of the Forêt de la Comté and within the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park, the area features rolling hills, fields, and woods, often compared to "Auvergnate Tuscany." Its terrain ranges from 450 to 781 meters, providing varied elevations for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more. This region offers a blend of…
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49
riders
48.9km
02:33
890m
890m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
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47.0km
02:26
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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19
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56.2km
02:40
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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36.7km
01:46
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10.3km
00:58
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51.6km
03:56
400m
400m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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28
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11.9km
00:53
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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139
riders
28.1km
01:59
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.9km
04:49
1,200m
1,190m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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23.3km
01:53
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.6km
01:49
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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109
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9.07km
02:55
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.33km
02:07
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45
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11.4km
03:19
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
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9.96km
03:13
420m
420m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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42
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
9.18km
01:09
280m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.87km
01:14
350m
350m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.0km
01:24
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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71
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47.1km
02:42
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
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27.9km
01:47
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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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
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43.7km
03:08
840m
850m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Pignols offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region is situated within the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park, providing diverse terrain for these sports. Komoot lists 4 routes in the area, with an average rating of 4.41 stars from more than 1,400 ratings.
Pignols provides numerous marked trails, including loops through the Forêt de la Comté and routes offering panoramic views from Puy Saint-Romain. A notable trail is the "Boucle du bois de Cheix Blanc," an 7.1-mile (11.5 km) route through woodland. Further information on hiking routes is available in the Hiking around Pignols guide.
The Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park, encompassing Pignols, offers varied road cycling experiences with winding roads through forests and along streams. Routes cater to different levels, from easier loops to more challenging ones with significant elevation gain. Specific routes and details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Pignols guide.
Pignols is located on the edge of the Forêt de la Comté, a Sensitive Natural Area, and within the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park. The area features rolling hills and woods, often compared to "Auvergnate Tuscany." Puy Saint-Romain, at 2,562 feet (781 meters), offers 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape.
The region's diverse terrain, including gentle rolling hills and forest paths, provides options suitable for various activity levels. While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, the general character of the "Auvergnate Tuscany" landscape suggests accessible paths for leisurely exploration. It is advisable to check individual route descriptions for suitability.
Puy Saint-Romain is the highest point on the edge of the Limagne plain, reaching an altitude of 2,562 feet (781 meters). This location offers spectacular 360-degree views of the surrounding area. It is a historically significant site with a former priory and chapel.
Komoot offers several guides for the Pignols region, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Pignols, Road Cycling Routes around Pignols, Running Trails around Pignols, Cycling around Pignols, MTB Trails around Pignols, and Gravel biking around Pignols.
The terrain in Pignols is diverse, with altitudes ranging from 1,476 feet (450 meters) to 2,562 feet (781 meters). It features rolling hills, fields, and extensive woodlands, particularly within the Forêt de la Comté and the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park. This varied landscape provides options for different activity types and difficulty levels.
Pignols is a recognized destination on komoot, with more than 15,000 visitors having explored routes in the area. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars from over 1,400 ratings. This indicates a positive reception from the outdoor community.
Yes, Pignols offers opportunities for mountain biking. The varied terrain within the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park, including forest paths and diverse elevations, is suitable for MTB. Specific routes and further details are available in the MTB Trails around Pignols guide.
For general inquiries about the commune of Pignols, the local mairie (town hall) can be contacted. The phone number for the Mairie de Pignols is 04 73 69 06 80. An email address is also available at mairie.pignols@orange.fr.

