Chilhac – Medieval village of Chilhac loop from Chilhac

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Chilhac – Medieval village of Chilhac loop from Chilhac

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Chilhac – Medieval village of Chilhac loop from Chilhac

03:03

45.4km

740m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

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Parking

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252 m

Chilhac

Highlight • Other

This village sits on top of a rocky outcrop. This cliff is the result of a lava flow dated 1.6 million years ago. The basalt organs found in the town are remarkable. They measure more than seven meters in height.

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548 m

Medieval village of Chilhac

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Medieval village overlooking the Allier. Formerly surrounded by ramparts, the town was built on the last lava flow of the Devès chain.

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1.23 km

Chilhac Village and Basalt Columns

Highlight • Settlement

Overlooking the Allier, this small village built on volcanic rock is magnificent, whether you are on its heights or near the river bed.

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34.5 km

Le BH Café-Bar

Highlight • Cafe

Great atmosphere, I recommend! And the coffee is good :D

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35.0 km

Historic Center of Langeac

Highlight • Historical Site

On the banks of the Allier, the village of Langeac is steeped in its medieval history. Its historic center reveals small craft shops with certain charms. This village is a choice stopover in the heart of Haute-Loire.

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35.2 km

Municipal Campsite of Langeac

Highlight • Rest Area

This is a very nice camping. Very cheap and very free. There are no fixed places, you are free to pick a spot.

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41.7 km

Falaise du Blot

Highlight • Climb

nice site 🤩

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42.2 km

Blot Cliffs

Highlight • Natural Monument

View of the Blot cliffs from the road (very pleasant by bike, and little traffic). These cliffs are called basalt columns. They are made of basalt, volcanic rock made from cooled magma.

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