Le Cendre, a commune situated in the Puy-de-Dôme department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in France, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by its proximity to the Auzon and Allier rivers, providing green corridors and riverside pathways. While not directly on a volcano, Le Cendre benefits from the varied topography and geological features of the wider volcanic landscapes of the Auvergne, including the Chaîne des Puys. This combination of riverine environments and volcanic influence creates a varied terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Le Cendre provides a range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts of varying skill levels. Explorers can discover more than 200 routes across several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. These routes have been explored by more than 30,000 visitors, resulting in an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars. For hikers, the "Coulée Verte" along the Auzon River offers a pleasant promenade, with options to extend routes towards historical sites like the oppidum of Gondole or natural viewpoints such as the Puy de Marmant. Cyclists can find varied terrain, from challenging road cycling routes through picturesque villages to mountain biking trails along the Allier River, featuring gravel and unpaved sections. To explore specific activities in Le Cendre, consult guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Le Cendre, Hiking around Le Cendre, and MTB Trails around Le Cendre.
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280
riders
36.5km
02:35
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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riders
21.1km
01:20
140m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
52.6km
03:48
340m
340m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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riders
33.5km
03:02
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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145
hikers
9.51km
02:28
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.52km
02:29
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.6km
03:09
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.42km
01:39
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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63
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51.1km
02:26
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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42.4km
01:57
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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72.9km
03:26
900m
900m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

38
riders
90.3km
04:03
930m
930m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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56.5km
05:20
1,160m
1,160m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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30.7km
02:33
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.5
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.4km
03:16
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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32
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
runners
29.2km
03:11
160m
160m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
13.8km
01:28
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.46km
00:37
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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76
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40.9km
02:29
180m
180m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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60.3km
03:48
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.3km
03:43
870m
870m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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12
riders
52.5km
03:36
820m
820m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Le Cendre offers a variety of outdoor activities, including road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features diverse terrain suitable for various skill levels and interests. There are more than 200 routes available on komoot for exploration.
Le Cendre provides numerous road cycling opportunities, with 95 dedicated routes available on komoot. Cyclists can find circuits that pass through picturesque villages and alongside natural features. For more details, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Le Cendre guide.
Le Cendre features several hiking opportunities, including the "Coulée Verte" along the Auzon River. Hikers can also explore routes that lead to historical sites like the oppidum of Gondole or natural viewpoints such as the Puy de Marmant. Find more options in the Hiking around Le Cendre guide.
Yes, Le Cendre offers mountain biking trails, particularly along the Allier River. Routes like the "Pathway by the Allier River – Lake loop from Le Cendre - Orcet" provide easy to moderate rides with varied surfaces. There are 37 mountain biking routes available on komoot, detailed in the MTB Trails around Le Cendre guide.
Le Cendre is well-suited for touring cycling, with 44 routes available on komoot. These routes allow visitors to explore villages and natural panoramas at a leisurely pace. The Cycling around Le Cendre guide offers more information on these routes.
The "Coulée Verte" along the Auzon River is a pleasant 1.5-mile (2.5 km) promenade suitable for families. Many easy to moderate routes for hiking and cycling can be found, offering accessible options for various ages and skill levels. Specific route details can be found within the sport-specific guides.
Le Cendre's outdoor routes often feature the Auzon and Allier rivers, providing scenic pathways. The area also benefits from the varied topography of the wider volcanic landscapes of the Auvergne, part of the Chaîne des Puys. Views of the Puy de Marmant are also accessible from certain trails.
The ancient Gaulish oppidum of Gondole is a notable historical site located within Le Cendre's territory. This site can be integrated into hiking or cycling excursions, adding a cultural dimension to outdoor exploration. Routes leading to the oppidum offer points of interest during activities.
Routes in Le Cendre are popular on komoot, with more than 30,000 visitors having explored them. The routes have received over 2,700 ratings, averaging 4.41 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Le Cendre, covering various activities. These include Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, MTB Trails, Touring Cycling, Gravel Biking, and Running Trails.
For official inquiries regarding Le Cendre, the Mairie du Cendre (City Hall) can be contacted. Their official website is lecendre.fr. The phone number for the Mairie du Cendre is +33473775100.

