Mountain bike route no. 31 - Le Puy de Gaudy

Starting from the Sainte-Feyre church, head towards Meyrat.

In the village, turn right and pass in front of the pond.

Then descend towards La Prade and pass below the Sanatorium.

Next, skirt the puy de Gaudy on the left passing by Les Bains d'en bas and the Peuronceau. Before reaching the equestrian center, descend by a path (wet at the beginning) to Les Bains d'en haut.

Then climb again towards the puy de Gaudy up to the equestrian center.

Continue with a long climb to the summit.

Descend via Les Bains d'en haut to Lavaud. Then continue on a stony path towards Theil, pass through Guéret before returning towards Villepetoux and Villemeaux along the railway.

Finally, take a steep climb to return to Sainte-Feyre.

A bike in good condition and well equipped helps to ensure your safety as well as that of other road users.

Before setting off:  

Make sure the bike is in perfect mechanical condition, including tires and brakes Ensure the bike is properly adjusted to your body shape Wearing a helmet is strongly recommended Bring repair tools Remember that traffic laws apply to cyclists at all times Never ride more than two abreast and keep to a single line when traffic conditions require it Respect other road users as you would like to be respected Choose a route suited to your physical abilities Inform your contacts of your itinerary Check the weather conditions A first aid kit is not essential but can be very useful Inform yourself and keep emergency numbers handy Respect the environment by not throwing your food wrappers on the roadside If you must return at nightfall, make sure you can see and be seen

Emergency number valid in the European Union: 112
For people with hearing or speech difficulties: 114 by SMS