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Roadtrip in motorhomes to discover the Cantal in winter

The Cantal in winter: heritage and winter sports

Cantal is the must-visit destination in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, known for its magnificent villages and ski areas.

You'll start with the commune of Salers, which is one of the most beautiful villages in France. You will then continue the tour on Laveissière and Rézentières, a a forest commune offering forest walks. Next, you'll head to the small village of Védrines-Saint-Loup, perfect for those who like to take a walk in the forest. fans riding school where horse-riding activities.

Next, you'll head for Ruynes-en-Margeride, famous for its viaduct. Your final destination is Saint-Just, a magnificent little village in the heart of the Cantal region.

 

Stage

Salers
Salers

Recommended route(s) : D922, D680

Salers (population 335) is considered to be one of the most beautiful villages in France. Chis is a medieval mountain town, carved out of the lava in the heart of the Haut Pays.

  • Christmas market (Food and craft market, oysters, tombola, mulled wine, crêpes, bourriols, visit from Father Christmas (Sunday 12 December from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Salle des Fêtes and the school playground)
  • The Peyrade site (climbing course, for all levels from beginner to experienced, open all year round))
  • Horse riding (equestrian circuit)
  • Walking tours (visit to Salers and the surrounding area)

Stage

Laveissière
Laveissière

Recommended route(s) : D680, D3, N122

Laveissière has a population of 520 and is home to the Lioran ski resort. It is aommune of tourism, forestry and agriculture.

  •  Le Lioran resort (ski area, snowpark, Nordic skiing, etc.)
  •  Plomb du Cantal cable car
  •  Secure rail sledging (Deval'luge) or on snow
  •  Canyoning

Stage

Rezentieres
Rezentieres

Recommended route(s) : N122, D14

Rézentières is a small village with 112 inhabitants. Surrounded by the communes of Valjouze, Vieillespesse and Saint-Poncy, it lies 11 km north-east of Saint-Flour, the largest town in the area.

  •  Balhur's forge (blacksmith)
  •  A walk in the Bolzat and Liniargues sectional forest

Stage

Védrines-Saint-Loup
Védrines-Saint-Loup

Recommended route(s) : D344, D323, D90

Védrines-Saint-Loup is a rural commune with a population of 140.

  • Aqualudic centre in St Flour
  • Equestrian and other outdoor activities ("Margeride aventure" 15 km from Védrines)
  • Chemin des écoliers (forest walk)

Stage

Ruynes-En-Margeride
Ruynes-En-Margeride

Recommended route(s) : D990, D13

Ruynes en Margeride is a small commune in central France, with a population of 650. Its main resources are timber, livestock and uranium.

  • Garabit Viaduct (7 km south of Ryunes-en-Margeride)
  • A plush world (museum of toys and cuddly toys)
  • Écomusée de Margeride - Jardin de saint-Martin

Stage

Saint Just
Saint Just

Recommended route(s) : D48, D448

Saint-Just (population 207) is an area watered by the Arcomie stream, a tributary of the Truyère. In addition to the town of Saint-Just, the commune includes several villages: Charmensac, Estrémiac, Falcimagne, la Chassagne, Recoux and Romagnac.

  • Recoux bouldering site (climbing)
  • Pierre Branlante (nature reserve)

Staging areas on your roadtrip

Laveissière
Rue de Peyre Arse
Cantal
Motorhome stopover FREE PARKING
2
parking spaces
2EUR
Water + electricity
Rezentieres
Le Bourg
Cantal
Motorhome stopover FREE PARKING
3
parking spaces
2EUR
The 10 minutes of water
Ruynes-En-Margeride
place de la Mairie
Cantal
Motorhome stopover FREE PARKING
12
parking spaces
2EUR
The 10 minutes of water
Saint Just
Les Landes de Cojoux
Cantal
Motorhome stopover FREE PARKING
10
parking spaces
2EUR
The 10 minutes of water
Salers
Route du Puy-Mary
Cantal
Reception area PAY PARKING
20
parking spaces
12EUR
Overnight stay
Védrines-Saint-Loup
Communal housing estate
Cantal
Motorhome stopover FREE PARKING
5
parking spaces
2EUR
The 10 minutes of water
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