Vic-Sur-Cère is a region in the Cantal department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, characterized by its diverse natural landscapes. Located within the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park, the area encompasses the green Cère Valley, the Cantal mountains, and notable peaks such as Puy Mary and Plomb du Cantal. This varied terrain, featuring extensive forests, rivers, and the picturesque Gorges of the Pas de Cère, provides a suitable environment for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
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4.3
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Average rating
1546
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4.6
(16)
196
hikers
3.84km
01:05
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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81
hikers
8.94km
03:21
580m
580m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.6
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28
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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68
hikers
13.6km
03:52
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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30
runners
9.06km
01:31
590m
590m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6
runners
7.22km
01:02
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

28
runners
19.4km
02:24
510m
510m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
13.3km
01:29
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(6)
278
riders
73.4km
03:59
1,510m
1,510m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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89
riders
55.3km
03:06
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40
riders
46.5km
02:31
960m
960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

35
riders
49.1km
02:57
1,110m
1,110m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.3
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26
riders
43.5km
04:01
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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9
riders
26.1km
02:21
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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10
riders
37.1km
03:58
1,280m
1,280m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

2.0
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13
riders
23.8km
02:05
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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28
riders
38.7km
02:58
970m
970m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

32
riders
70.1km
05:26
1,890m
1,890m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
riders
74.0km
05:12
1,440m
1,440m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
70.8km
05:05
1,510m
1,510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Vic-Sur-Cère offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and mountain biking. The region features more than 100 routes across these sports. It is situated within the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park, providing diverse landscapes for exploration.
The Vic-Sur-Cère region offers 27 hiking routes, with an average rating of 4.38 stars from over 4,000 visitors. Notable areas for hiking include Puy Mary, which features 320 km (199 miles) of marked trails and three long-distance loops. A comprehensive overview of routes is available in the Hiking around Vic-Sur-Cère guide.
Vic-Sur-Cère provides 16 road cycling routes, utilizing roads winding through the mountains and valleys. These routes offer opportunities to explore the region's diverse landscapes. Information on these routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Vic-Sur-Cère guide.
The Vic-Sur-Cère area features 12 mountain biking trails, suitable for exploring the region's varied terrain. The Cantal Volcano region provides extensive networks of mountain and plateau trails for mountain biking. Further details are available in the MTB Trails around Vic-Sur-Cère guide.
Vic-Sur-Cère offers 29 dedicated jogging routes, providing options for runners of various skill levels. The green Cère Valley and forested areas offer picturesque settings for running. A guide to these routes is available as Running Trails around Vic-Sur-Cère.
Trails in Vic-Sur-Cère pass through diverse natural features within the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park. These include the green Cère Valley, the Gorges of the Pas de Cère, and peaks like Puy Mary and Plomb du Cantal. Several waterfalls, such as Cascade de Liadouze, Cascade du Déroc, and Roucole Waterfall, are also present.
The region's diverse trail network includes options suitable for families, particularly in areas like the Gorges of the Pas de Cère which features a themed trail. The extensive forests and woods, covering one-fifth of the commune, also offer shaded and accessible routes. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified within the various sport guides.
Outdoor routes in Vic-Sur-Cère are popular on komoot, with over 4,000 visitors having shared their experiences. These routes have received an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars. There are 104 total routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Vic-Sur-Cère, covering various activities. These include Hiking around Vic-Sur-Cère, Running Trails around Vic-Sur-Cère, Road Cycling Routes around Vic-Sur-Cère, Cycling around Vic-Sur-Cère, and MTB Trails around Vic-Sur-Cère.
For tourism inquiries related to Vic-Sur-Cère and the surrounding region, Carladès Tourisme can be contacted. Their official website is www.carlades.fr. The phone number for Carladès Tourisme is +33 (0)4 71 47 50 68.
Yes, Vic-Sur-Cère offers 20 touring cycling routes, providing options for exploring the region at a more leisurely pace. The varied countryside, including the Cère Valley and mountain roads, is suitable for touring cyclists. The Cycling around Vic-Sur-Cère guide provides further information.
The highest point of the Cantalien volcano, which is part of the Vic-Sur-Cère area, is the Plomb du Cantal. This peak offers extensive views of the surrounding landscapes. Puy Mary is another prominent peak in the region.

