Virargues, a region in the Cantal department within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes of France, is characterized by its volcanic and mountainous terrain. Situated within the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, the landscape features rolling hills, deep valleys, and extensive forests and pastures. This diverse geography provides a suitable environment for several outdoor activities like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Virargues offers a variety of outdoor activities across its varied landscape. The region provides 3…
92
Routes
4.6
(129)
Average rating
1842
People visited

4.7
(20)
123
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(8)
32
hikers
18.9km
05:39
590m
590m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(13)
88
hikers
6.76km
02:03
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
29
hikers
13.2km
03:49
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(5)
148
riders
65.4km
04:56
1,610m
1,610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(6)
71
riders
40.0km
02:54
890m
890m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
22
riders
65.8km
04:41
1,360m
1,360m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
13
riders
35.9km
02:40
760m
760m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(4)
109
riders
68.0km
03:40
1,350m
1,350m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.6
(5)
201
riders
109km
06:11
2,460m
2,460m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(6)
80
riders
42.8km
02:13
770m
770m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

32
riders
63.1km
03:45
1,610m
1,610m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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89
runners
20.7km
02:36
570m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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27
runners
15.9km
02:04
560m
560m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
5.58km
00:41
160m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
7.18km
00:45
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.5
(4)
22
riders
21.8km
02:03
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
riders
28.5km
02:18
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
44.5km
04:05
880m
880m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
11
riders
21.8km
01:35
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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2
riders
43.1km
02:58
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
18.0km
01:28
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
11.2km
00:58
380m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
4
riders
24.1km
01:43
390m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Virargues, located in the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. Available sports include hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features 3 recorded routes on komoot, with an average rating of 4.63 stars from more than 500 ratings.
Hiking in Virargues explores volcanic terrain, rural paths, forests, and pastures. Trails range from leisurely walks to more challenging routes, including sections of the GR® 400, a 87-mile (140-kilometer) trail around the Massif Cantalien. Find more information in the Hiking around Virargues guide.
Virargues provides options for road cycling and touring cycling, with routes featuring ascents and descents through varied terrain. The region is part of a larger network of cycle routes in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Explore specific routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Virargues and Cycling around Virargues guides.
Yes, mountain biking is an available activity in the Virargues region. The volcanic landscape offers varied terrain suitable for MTB enthusiasts. Details on specific trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Virargues guide.
Virargues offers scenic and varied terrain for jogging, including quiet country roads and forest paths. These routes allow runners to experience the natural surroundings. Consult the Running Trails around Virargues guide for more information.
Virargues is characterized by its volcanic and mountainous terrain within the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park. The landscape includes rolling hills, deep valleys, extensive forests, and pastures. The Plomb du Cantal, the highest point of the Cantalian volcano, offers panoramic views in the broader area.
The Virargues region offers outdoor activities suitable for various skill levels, including easier walks and cycling routes. The diverse landscape provides options for families to explore the rural heritage and natural beauty. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified within the available komoot guides.
Outdoor activities in Virargues have received positive feedback from the komoot community. More than 5,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars across 502 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for exploring Virargues, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Virargues, Road Cycling Routes around Virargues, Cycling around Virargues, Running Trails around Virargues, MTB Trails around Virargues, and Gravel biking around Virargues.
For inquiries regarding the Virargues region, the local town hall (Mairie de Virargues) can be contacted. The official phone number is +33471200098. The Mairie is part of the larger Hautes Terres Communauté, which oversees tourism in the area.
Gravel biking is an option in Virargues, utilizing the region's varied terrain of roads and paths. This activity allows for exploration of the volcanic landscape and rural areas. Further details can be found in the Gravel biking around Virargues guide.
The GR® 400 is a long-distance hiking trail that circles the Massif Cantalien, covering approximately 87 miles (140 kilometers). Sections of this signposted trail are accessible from the Virargues region, offering mountain hikers an immersive experience in the area's history, geology, and biodiversity.

