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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Pays d'Issoire on the Livradois side

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Mountain biking trails

France

Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Pays d'Issoire on the Livradois side

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Pays d'Issoire on the Livradois side

07:10

81.2km

1,780m

Mountain biking

This circuit, primarily designed for electric mountain bikes, explores the Livradois-Forez Natural Park, departing from Issoire. It can be completed in a day for the more athletic, or over two days for those who prefer to take their time.

From Issoire train station, you leave the town by crossing a…

by Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Tourisme

Last updated: May 20, 2025

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2.08 km

View of the old suspension bridge of Parentignat

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This old suspension bridge linked Issoire on the left bank and Parentignat on the right bank. It was the first in 1831 which made it possible to cross the Allier, …

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10.2 km

Usson

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Usson is a beautiful village perched on a volcanic peak facing the Chaîne des Puys, the Monts Dore, and the Cézallier Plateau. It was once the site of a castle …

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31.9 km

Vernet-la-Varenne

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This peaceful little town located 800 meters above sea level is an ideal place to stop. You will discover its body of water and its aquatic activities, its castle and …

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67.6 km

Château Nonette

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Nonnesette Castle, built on this hill overlooking the Couze Valley, was destroyed by Richelieu in the 17th century. You can still see the remains of the towers, gates, and walls, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

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81.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

47.7 km

27.5 km

5.01 km

399 m

358 m

291 m

Surfaces

28.7 km

20.2 km

17.8 km

10.2 km

4.34 km

109 m

Elevation

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Highest point (880 m)

Lowest point (370 m)

Weather

Wednesday 15 July

33°C

16°C

82 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Comments

April 11, 2026,Auvergne Pays d'Issoire - Circuit VTT itinérant en 2 jours – Côté Livradois (O)

Tour that hurt me. Arrived in Usson, I took off my pants due to hyperthermia. After 20km I was done, I don't know why. But with willpower or madness, I finished. Tour with eco+ eco tour+ and emtb to be economical. All this to see if the Sancy tour is feasible. In Usson I had the chance to be scolded …

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April 22, 2025

This circuit, primarily designed for electric mountain bikes, explores the Livradois-Forez Natural Park, departing from Issoire. It can be completed in a day for the more athletic, or over two days for those who prefer to take their time.
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From Issoire train station, you leave the town by crossing a magnificent

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View of the old suspension bridge of Parentignat

Usson

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Château Nonette

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