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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Saint-André Church of Prades – Bounou Rock loop from Saint-Arcons-d'Allier

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Saint-André Church of Prades – Bounou Rock loop from Saint-Arcons-d'Allier

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4.7

(3)

16

hikers

Saint-André Church of Prades – Bounou Rock loop from Saint-Arcons-d'Allier

08:48

29.4km

870m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very 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: March 3, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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15.6 km

Prades Beach and the Basaltic Rocks of the Allier

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Prades beach is located on the banks of the Allier facing an impressive basalt rock. It's an ideal place for a break.

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15.8 km

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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16.0 km

Saint-André Church of Prades

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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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4

17.5 km

Seuge Valley viewpoint

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

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5

19.6 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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29.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.1 km

9.73 km

3.11 km

527 m

Surfaces

16.9 km

6.77 km

5.16 km

315 m

183 m

146 m

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Highest point (940 m)

Lowest point (520 m)

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Sunday 24 May

32°C

12°C

14 %

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