Ydes is a commune located in the Cantal department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in France. The area is characterized by its diverse landscapes, including the volcanic terrain of the Cantal region, the picturesque Sumène Valley, and extensive forests and high plateaus. This varied geography provides a suitable environment for several outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and jogging. The region's natural features, such as the Cantal Volcano and the Sumène river, contribute to its appeal for…
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57
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5.57km
01:33
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Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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14.7km
04:01
220m
220m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5.81km
01:33
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70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.24km
01:29
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Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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20.9km
01:15
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.9km
00:40
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.3km
02:24
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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77.8km
05:16
1,320m
1,320m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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65.3km
03:24
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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69.1km
03:22
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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79.3km
03:47
1,120m
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51.9km
02:19
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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runners
8.61km
00:54
50m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.32km
01:11
290m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:46
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.6km
01:34
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140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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26.0km
01:52
360m
360m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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25.7km
02:00
300m
300m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.2km
00:52
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ydes offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and jogging. The region features diverse landscapes suitable for these sports, from volcanic terrain to forests and high plateaus.
Ydes provides numerous hiking trails across its varied terrain, offering both gentle paths and more challenging ascents. Information on specific routes can be found in the Hiking around Ydes guide.
Yes, Ydes offers road cycling routes that traverse forests, mountains, and high plateaus. Cyclists can explore legendary routes, including mountain passes like the Col de Pas de Peyrol. Detailed routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Ydes guide.
Ydes is equipped for mountain biking with routes tailored for various skill levels. These trails traverse forests, mountains, and high plateaus. The MTB Trails around Ydes guide provides specific information.
The Piste Verte is a 8.7-10.5 mile (14-17 km) tarred old railway line connecting Bassignac to Vebret. It is ideal for bikes, rollerblades, and scooters, offering a dedicated path for various wheeled activities. During summer, it also transforms into an arts trail with outdoor exhibitions.
Ydes is part of the Cantal region, known for its volcanic landscapes, including the majestic Cantal Volcano. The picturesque Sumène Valley, with the Sumène river, and several natural lakes like Lake Lastioulles, also characterize the area.
Ydes-Bourg features a 12th-century Romanesque church built by the Knights Templar, notable for its unique monumental portico. This site adds a historical and architectural dimension to the region's natural appeal.
Ydes features 67 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars from more than 350 ratings. Over 3,500 visitors have explored the area using komoot.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Ydes, including Hiking around Ydes, Road Cycling Routes around Ydes, Cycling around Ydes, MTB Trails around Ydes, and Running Trails around Ydes.
The official website for the Commune of Ydes is ydes.fr. This site provides general information about the commune.
The Tourist Office of Sumène Artense, which has an office in Ydes, can be reached at +33 (0)6 86 61 94 13. Alternatively, the general phone number for the Cantal Tourist Office is 04 71 63 85 00.
The wider Sumène Artense area is known as a 'land of lakes and white water.' Lake Lastioulles, near Ydes, offers rentals for water sports such as pedal boats, catamarans, dinghies, canoes, kayaks, and surfboards.

