Vielprat is a commune located in the Haute-Loire department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in France. This area is characterized by its diverse terrain, including ancient volcanic landscapes, extensive forests, and high-altitude meadows, all part of the larger Massif Central. The region's natural features, such as nearby lakes and rivers, provide a varied backdrop for outdoor pursuits. It offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
The Vielprat region…
83
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4.6
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Average rating
1130
People visited

5.0
(2)
18
hikers
11.3km
03:26
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
(10)
31
hikers
15.0km
04:34
480m
480m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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72
hikers
25.2km
06:50
350m
350m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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27
hikers
10.2km
03:00
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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264
riders
54.7km
03:40
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
52.6km
03:40
1,000m
1,000m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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17
riders
41.3km
03:01
920m
920m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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17
riders
48.2km
03:30
1,060m
1,060m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(2)
104
riders
39.3km
01:54
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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37
riders
55.4km
02:48
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
21
riders
39.4km
02:01
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(1)
18
riders
34.3km
01:59
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(1)
39
riders
64.3km
03:59
900m
900m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
31.6km
02:24
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
40.8km
03:27
880m
890m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
4
riders
22.1km
01:29
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.5
(4)
12
riders
43.3km
03:26
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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16
riders
36.9km
03:00
640m
640m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
21.7km
02:10
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
4
riders
22.1km
01:58
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
runners
8.76km
01:09
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
14.6km
01:46
440m
440m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
5.30km
00:38
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
15.1km
01:52
470m
470m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Vielprat offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region's diverse terrain, part of the Massif Central, provides varied routes for different skill levels. Explore options through komoot guides for specific sports.
Vielprat is a commune situated in the Haute-Loire department, within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It is nestled in the Massif Central, known for its ancient volcanic landscapes and natural features. The area is characterized by forests, meadows, and proximity to lakes and rivers.
Yes, Vielprat features hiking trails that traverse forests, meadows, and lead to natural wonders. A difficult hiking round trip from Arlempdes via Le Monteil covers 8.9 miles (14.3 km). More information on routes can be found in the Hiking around Vielprat guide.
Vielprat and its surroundings offer routes for road cycling, touring cycling, and mountain biking. The region's varied landscapes provide scenic routes for road cyclists and an extensive network of trails for mountain bikers. Specific guides include Road Cycling Routes around Vielprat and MTB Trails around Vielprat.
The Haute-Loire department, where Vielprat is located, provides numerous marked mountain biking trails for all levels, including green, blue, red, and black routes. Circuits like 'Circuit VTT n°19 - Cros-de-lafarre - Vielprat - Pigeyres' (9.7 miles / 15.6 km) offer challenging options. The MTB Trails around Vielprat guide details available routes.
Natural attractions near Vielprat include Lac de Naussac and Lac du Bouchet, both offering scenic views. Impressive waterfalls like Cascade de la Beaume (about 6.8 miles / 11 km away) and Cascade du Ray-Pic (about 15.5 miles / 25 km away) are also accessible. The region is part of the Massif Central, featuring ancient volcanic landscapes.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities in Vielprat. These include Hiking around Vielprat, Road Cycling Routes around Vielprat, and MTB Trails around Vielprat. Guides for Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Running are also available.
Vielprat has attracted more than 3,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 stars from approximately 400 ratings. This indicates a positive reception from the outdoor community.
The official website for the Mairie (town hall) of Vielprat is mairievielprat.wixsite.com/website. This site provides local information and resources for visitors and residents. Contact details for the local administration can be found there.
Yes, Vielprat is close to several picturesque villages. Arlempdes, recognized as one of the 'Most Beautiful Villages in France,' is approximately 1.9 miles (3 km) away. Pradelles, another charming village, is about 6.8 miles (11 km) from Vielprat, offering cultural interest alongside outdoor excursions.
Vielprat and its surrounding areas offer opportunities for gravel biking, utilizing the region's diverse terrain of forest paths and high-altitude meadows. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Vielprat, provides detailed information on suitable routes. These routes cater to various experience levels.

