Invigorating Auvergne


Mur Mur & Nature: thrills guaranteed!

Aurillac - Cantal
A group called Mur Mur & Nature offers canyoning, Via Ferrata, aquatic hiking and other thrilling activities to discover the great outdoors.

Photo copyright Pierre Soissons

Walking down a river in a neoprene suit, swimming, jumping and slipping down natural slides in a wild natural setting are the main sports activities Mur & Nature offers. Instructors teach rope techniques to overcome obstacles and share their knowledge about the environment. From €27 to €55 for the canyoning, Via Ferrate and Thrill Course.
www.murmurnature.com

An invigorating weekend discovering the Loire

Vorey-sur-Arzon - Haute-Loire
Spend a weekend exploring the Loire gorges on a healthy, invigorating, stimulating holiday. This is where the young Loire, nestling in a verdant setting, meets the volcanic Velay. You can combine mountain-biking, white-water rafting and canoeing. Accessible to all aged 12 and over; the only requirement is to be able to swim. From €189 per person, full board, May to September - 3 days / 2 nights.
www.auvergne-velo.fr

Ride up the legendary Puy Mary with your friends!

Puy-Mary - Cantal
Biking from the village of Mandailles up to the Puy Mary or the Pas-de-Peyrol (1,589 metre high) is sure to strengthen friendships… and your calves! It also means pedalling into a legend because the hairpin curves have gone down in cycling history. A breathtaking view of the Cantal Massif and unforgettable shared memories of pain, a picnic and a last minute sprint will reward your efforts.
www.auvergne-velo.fr

Legendary rides in motorcycle heaven

motorcycle heavenWhether you are interested in touring, roadsters or custom bikes, you will be thrilled by Auvergne’s winding roads, high plateaus and enigmatic volcanoes. Auvergne is motorcycle heaven and France’s top biking spot. Alexis Aubertin has written a riders’ guide featuring the best routes, a first in France that deserves praise. "The idea is based on an observation," Alexis says. "There was no tool at the service of one of the main reasons for buying a motorcycle: riding! The routes in the book are the result of rides with friends."This simple, intuitive guide features 18 loop rides throughout Auvergne.
www.auvergne-moto.fr

More Info

Source: ATOUT FRANCE – France Tourism Development Agency. For more information visit www.franceguide.com.


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