How do I know if the level of difficulty of the hikes suits me?
We have deliberately not "classified" the hikes by level of difficulty. Mid-mountain guides and volunteers are there to supervise you throughout the day and adapt to everyone's pace. However, you can refer to the elevation and kilometer indices indicated on each description of the hikes. You will thus have an idea of the difficulty of the hike of the day, knowing that this year all the hikes are more or less equivalent.
Is it possible to join the hike along the way?
It will not be possible to join the hike along the way. It is imperative to be present in the morning at the meeting point before the departure of the shuttles at 8:30 am.
How do the shuttles work?
In the morning, the appointment is given at a place where you can park your vehicle. From this car park, a bus (shuttle) takes you to the starting point of the hike. This car park is also the final arrival point of the hike (no shuttle at the end of the route).
It is therefore important to be on time for the morning meeting, because the time indicated (8:30 a.m.) is the departure time of the shuttles.
No Friday shuttle, loop hike.
A shuttle is offered on the evening of Thursday 14 to go to the secret concert at the price of 2€. It will start from Avan.C in Royat. Meet at 7:30 p.m. on site. If you wish to take this shuttle, please reserve your place via the web ticket office.
Can I buy my ticket on site?
Yes, a welcome stand will be held at each meeting point for the morning hikes. (Within the limit of the defined gauge)
Attention: the price of the hiking ticket will be increased by 2€ for any purchase on site.
If you come to buy your ticket on site, plan to arrive a little early.
No increase for evening concerts.
What to plan for the day?
Your individual water bottle, which you can fill with water during the lunch break if necessary.
All your walking essentials: adapted shoes, sunscreen, hat, poles… and waterproof clothing depending on the weather!
Your good mood of course!
How are the meals going?
No need to bring your picnic, at noon a gourmet meal is prepared for you!
When making your reservation, you can choose whether you want a "classic" or "vegetarian" meal.
In the evenings, snacks will be offered in the form of various platters (except Thursday 14).
Can I come only for the concerts?
The concert evenings, like the hikes, are open to everyone. They are accessible to all those who have purchased the CONCERT ticket for the evening or those benefiting from the corresponding DAY PASS.
The gauge is limited, reservation strongly recommended!
Daytime shows are only for day hikers.
On Thursday evening, remember to bring a warm garment and something to sit on if you wish.
What is the Thursday Night Secret Concert Night?
As for the hikes, a place and a meeting time are given to you to park. The meeting is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. at the church of Sauterre (in the town of Manzat).
A short approach walk will take you to the concert venue.
A shuttle is offered to get to the secret concert at the price of 2€. It will start from Avan.C in Royat. Meet at 7:30 p.m. on site. If you wish to take this shuttle, please reserve your place via the web ticket office.
The concerts on Fridays and Saturdays will be indoors and outdoors at L'AvanC in Royat.
Can I come with my dog?
Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash throughout