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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Saint-André Church of Prades – Bounou Rock loop from Prades

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Saint-André Church of Prades – Bounou Rock loop from Prades

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3.0

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Saint-André Church of Prades – Bounou Rock loop from Prades

02:26

7.13km

360m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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96 m

Basalt Columns and Fountain of Prades

Highlight • Natural Monument

Tap fresh water from the spring, rest on the bench by the Allier, cross the bridge and admire the impressive hexagonal basalt blocks from the suddenly cooled volcanic vents - then it's time for the winding climb to the Col.

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276 m

Saint-André Church of Prades

Highlight • Religious Site

The current church was built in the 11th century by very influential families. It was undoubtedly an important place of passage. It depended on the Cluniac monastery of Sainte-Croix de …

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1.73 km

Seuge Valley viewpoint

Highlight • Other

On a small rocky outcrop you have a beautiful view over the Seuge valley.
Unfortunately, there is no rest bar.

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3.83 km

Bounou Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Mighty granite rocks at the Allier Valley. Unfortunately, we could not get close, as the path to the pastures were demarcated.

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7.13 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.09 km

868 m

593 m

582 m

Surfaces

4.72 km

1.04 km

927 m

229 m

215 m

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Highest point (890 m)

Lowest point (550 m)

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Sunday 30 August

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