Le Cratère
Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne, Puy-de-Dôme, France
Loop trail in Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne, Puy-de-Dôme, France. Cross-country skiing.
- Distance
- 6.9 mi (11.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 535 ft (163 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 50 min
- High point
- 4,393 ft (1,339 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Estive Bessarde 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Shelter: Salle hors-sac du Montchal 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Le Cratère
How long is Le Cratère?
Le Cratère is 6.9 mi (11.2 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 50 min. It climbs 535 ft (163 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,393 ft (1,339 m).
How hard is Le Cratère?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Le Cratère?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Le Cratère?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 0.3 mi (0.5 km).
Is Le Cratère shaded?
Mostly shaded (73% under trees).
What can you do on Le Cratère?
Best for Cross-country skiing.
Where can you eat near Le Cratère?
Brasserie du Lac, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Vival, 1.8 mi (2.9 km).
Is this a good week for Le Cratère?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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