Vernines is a region in France's Puy-de-Dôme department, characterized by its elevated position and volcanic heritage. Situated at over 1000 meters altitude, it offers access to the Chaîne des Puys and Chaîne des Dores mountain ranges, both integral parts of the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne. This landscape, featuring a UNESCO World Heritage site, provides diverse terrain for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
The Vernines region offers a…
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4.0
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11
riders
32.5km
02:33
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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11
riders
33.2km
02:37
580m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
riders
22.1km
01:49
260m
260m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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26
riders
26.9km
03:04
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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336
hikers
15.8km
04:48
510m
510m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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65
hikers
7.16km
02:07
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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386
hikers
2.71km
00:43
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47
hikers
7.13km
02:08
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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932
riders
65.0km
03:43
1,530m
1,530m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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104
riders
123km
06:25
2,260m
2,260m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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137
riders
53.6km
03:14
1,310m
1,310m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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60
riders
40.0km
01:59
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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39
riders
40.4km
03:18
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

33
riders
30.6km
02:41
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
riders
38.2km
03:41
1,070m
1,070m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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30
riders
55.3km
04:32
1,180m
1,180m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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37
hikers
4.95km
01:54
360m
360m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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9.28km
03:10
480m
480m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
hikers
3.24km
01:06
150m
150m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

59
runners
8.72km
00:59
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
6.77km
00:53
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
9.81km
01:04
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
18.9km
02:07
310m
310m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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25
riders
59.0km
04:29
1,240m
1,240m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
31.7km
02:30
440m
450m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
riders
41.5km
02:52
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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21
riders
48.7km
03:43
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Vernines offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region provides access to 16 routes across these sports. Over 55,000 visitors have explored the area, giving routes an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars.
Vernines is a prime hiking destination, featuring trails within the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne. Notable long-distance routes like the GR 30 (Tour of the Auvergne lakes) and the GR 441 (Tour of the Chaîne des Puys volcanoes) pass through the area. For more information, consult the Hiking around Vernines guide.
Yes, Vernines is part of a large mountain biking network in the Puy-de-Dôme, offering 125 signposted trails covering almost 2,780 km (1,727 miles). Trails range from easy green routes to challenging black routes, catering to all skill levels. Explore specific routes in the MTB Trails around Vernines guide.
The Auvergne region, including Vernines, is well-suited for road cycling, with routes featuring significant elevation changes and views of the volcanic landscape. The 'Chaîne des Puys Circuit' is a 34-mile (55 km) ride offering a challenging experience. More options are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Vernines guide.
Vernines is known for its volcanic heritage, situated between the Chaîne des Puys and Chaîne des Dores mountain ranges. The Chaîne des Puys, a UNESCO World Heritage site, features around 80 volcanoes and crater lakes. The Puy de Dôme offers panoramic views of this volcanic landscape.
The Vernines region offers trails of varying difficulties, including options suitable for easier walks. While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, the diverse network of paths allows for selection based on desired challenge. The Hiking around Vernines guide can help identify suitable routes.
The village of Vernines is situated at an altitude of over 3,280 feet (1,000 meters). This elevated position contributes to the exceptional panoramas available in the region, overlooking the surrounding mountain ranges.
Vernines is a popular destination on komoot, with over 55,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 16 available routes have received an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for Vernines, including Hiking around Vernines, MTB Trails around Vernines, and Road Cycling Routes around Vernines. Additional guides cover Running, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, and Mountain Hikes.
The official website for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Vernines is mairie-vernines.fr. For direct contact, the phone number for Vernines is +33473656709.
Yes, the Vernines region provides ample opportunities for jogging and running. The abundance of hiking trails and quiet country roads offers diverse natural surroundings for runners. A dedicated guide, Running Trails around Vernines, is available.
The Chaîne des Puys is a chain of approximately 80 volcanoes and crater lakes located near Vernines, within the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne. It is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its remarkable geological features and diverse volcanic landscapes.

