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Cyclists in the Massif Central (Copyright: Rose)

Auvergne by road bike

Lodging in Lavigerie

Road bike tour

8 Days / 7 Nights

Based in one hotel

Individual tour

Cyclists in the Massif Central (Copyright: Rose)

Time for legwork

Salut and bienvenue to the volcanic region of Auvergne, where the Massif Central dominates. The département Cantal is tucked away in the deepest, least-explored part of France, and is far from anything you've ever experienced as a cyclist. The surroundings are special, unusual - and simply maqnifique!

If you follow this cycling insider's tip and 'get lost' here, you’d better have a taste for challenging rides and elevation gains. One thing's for sure: there will be no shortage of climbs and steep stretches to conquer.

No matter how big the effort though, every bead of sweat will be worth it! Unique, unspoilt landscapes, awe-inspiring heights, deep valleys, exquisite cuisine, delicious wine, tasty cheeses, pure spring water and countless architectural delights will be your reward. Savour, marvel - and enjoy!

Saint-Flour, spread along the river and on the hills (Copyright: rh2010)

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Saint-Flour, spread along the river and on the hills (Copyright: rh2010)

The itinerary
at a glance

For your 8-day location-based tour in the Lavigerie area

Bienvenue and welcome to Auvergne. In the idyllic mountain village of Lavigerie, the river Santoire gushes forth and the summit of the mighty Puy Mary watches over your charming guesthouse. The Massif Central awaits, with a lot of exciting cycling in store for you over the next few days.

In a landscape formed by fire-spewing volcanoes, nature still reigns supreme. As you pedal along the Cézallier plateau with its iconic mountain Signal du Luguet, you will hardly see a tree and only pass a few settlements. Instead, you'll spot the famous cows of Auvergne, which are held in such high esteem here that a railway station was built for them to travel to their summer pastures.

Depending on your mood and fitness, you have a choice of different routes with varying challenge profiles.

Today you can accumulate almost two and a half kilometres of elevation if you take the longest route through the Plateau du Nord, where high plateaus alternate with mountains. With many tough climbs to conquer, there will be no time for boredom!

Depending on your mood and fitness, you have a choice of different routes with varying challenge profiles.

Aside from steep and remote mountains, Auvergne is also home to many venerable settlements. High on the basalt plateau stands the medieval town of Saint-Flour, its stone cathedral and bridge blending perfectly into the rocky landscape. Alleuze castle is a high point of the day - literally and figuratively.

Depending on your mood and fitness, you have a choice of different routes with varying challenge profiles.

Artense is a varied landscape, characterised by undulating hills. Here you will find green pastures, deep lakes and windswept forests. Become one with the untamed landscape and let your inner cyclist run wild.

Depending on your mood and fitness, you have a choice of different routes with varying challenge profiles.

Today is the high point of your road bike tour through the Auvergne - you will conquer the Col du Pas de Peyrol, the highest road pass in the Central Massif. It lies beneath the mighty Puy Mary, which rewards your efforts with breathtaking views as far as the Alps and the Pyrenees.

Depending on your mood and fitness, you have a choice of different routes with varying challenge profiles.

As the name suggests, this stage offers some particularly beautiful forest views. The tops of the ancient Pinatelle trees are followed by the peaks of the two great volcanic mountains of the Auvergne, the old Cantal and the newer Puy de Sancy. Today you will follow small mountain roads where you will not only have a clear view, but also a clear run - you will meet hardly any traffic here.

Depending on your mood and fitness, you have a choice of different routes with varying challenge profiles.

Did Auvergne enchant you with its volcanoes, mountain passes, Romanesque churches and old castle ruins? If you want to stay a little longer, we can book extra nights for you.

Level

Flex concept

To each his own, but only the best for everyone! Thanks to the varied terrain, there are several routes of varying difficulty to choose from each day, giving your cycling holiday an especially individual touch.

Topography

You can expect a varied topography: gently undulating to mountainous with challenging climbs.

Road conditions

The roads are generally of good quality and not very busy.

Route-finding & navigation

Navigation is based on GPS data. You therefore need a GPS device and/or the free, user-friendly PEDALO app.

Fancy a break from cycling?

On a location-based tour, you can simply choose to skip a day's cycling if a stage seems too difficult for you.

Services & Info
Trip details

Services included

7 x overnight stay in a guest house in Alta Terra
7 xhearty breakfast buffet
7 x multi-course dinner menu
Carefully designed routes

Roadbook with maps in German and French
PEDALO app and/or GPS data
1 x detailed info package per room in German and French
7-day service hotline in German and French

Travel notes

This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants.
If the tour is cancelled, you will receive a full refund. No further claims will be accepted.
Once the minimum number of participants has been reached, the tour is guaranteed to take place. You will receive confirmation of your booking as soon as a PEDALO representative has checked the available capacity.
Despite the minimum number of participants, you are welcome to send us a booking enquiry if you wish to travel alone. Please note, however, that there will be a solo surcharge if your date is not booked by other participants.

Local/resort tax: according to tariff

If applicable, these are to be paid directly to the hotel and are not included in the holiday price.

Prices & Dates
at a glance

Arrival: Daily from 15.05. to 15.10.2025

Surcharge for solo travellers: Please note that the price quoted for this tour is for a minimum of two people (minimum number of participants; see 'Travel notes'). If you are travelling alone on your chosen date, we may have to charge you an additional fee.

Prices per person in EUR

Frequently asked
questions

How does a location-based road bike tour work?

There are places in the world of cycle touring that are just so picturesque and diverse that once you have arrived, you can't tear yourself away. They have so much to offer that you will struggle to decide which direction to cycle in first. These special spots are where we at PEDALO have created our location-based tours just for you.

Ride away, but always stay in the same place

In contrast to staged tours and round trips, you won't cycle from place to place, and thus from hotel to hotel. Instead, you will stay in one and the same accommodation for the duration of your road biking holiday. This hotel will be the starting point for fascinating cycling excursions in the surrounding area. Every day, there will be new routes for you to explore. Every evening, you will return to hosts who put their heart and soul into their work and offer you a pleasantly cosy atmosphere with a healthy dose of class. Instead of having to pack your bags each day, you get to focus on your passion for road cycling.

For beginners, improvers – and anyone seeking a breath of fresh air

The location-based tour is a great choice for anyone who would like to try out the adventure of road cycling for the first time. It offers that extra touch of flexibility that beginners will appreciate. If your muscles are hurting after the previous day's climb or if the weather isn't good enough for an extended road bike tour, you can easily take a day off and relax in your hotel. A sporting challenge and a pleasant holiday go hand in hand with the PEDALO location-based series.

How does the route-finding & navigation work?

You will navigate using GPS data. You therefore need your own GPS device and/or the free, user-friendly PEDALO app.

You will also receive daily map sheets from us with elevation profiles and basic information about the route, which you can use to get a general overview.

Should I take out travel insurance?

Travel insurance is not included in our prices. You can decide whether to get a quote elsewhere or simply book your travel insurance online at pedalo.com/en/service/travel-insurance. In any case, we recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance!

Please note that for last-minute bookings (less than 30 days before the start of the trip), insurance cover can only be taken out within 3 days of booking.