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Volcanoes of the Auvergne - Clermont-Ferrand

The Parc naturel régional des Volcans d’Auvergne, in the Massif Central, offers truly unique landscapes that are quite different from those of many better-known mountain regions. And the best part? This area is still relatively undiscovered by motorcyclists! We can assure you that it is well worth exploring on two wheels.

Our two rides take you through a landscape shaped by ancient volcanoes, with beautiful views of the rounded volcanic peaks, winding roads through impressive gorges and lovely stops in picturesque mountain villages. It is a wonderful combination of scenic riding, peaceful countryside and unexpected discoveries. The two routes are ready to add to your own road trip, and we also share our tips on what to see and where to stay in Clermont-Ferrand, the central point of this tour.

Clermont-Ferrand is an ideal base for exploring the Auvergne. This lively city is known for its striking dark volcanic-stone buildings, historic centre and welcoming terraces. It is a great place to spend the evening after a day of discovering the region’s remarkable landscapes.

When you add one or more rides from this Volcanoes of the Auvergne tour to your account, you gain access to the rides and our exclusive travel information about Clermont-Ferrand. This includes GPX and ITN files for the rides, e-books with detailed route information and tips for exploring the area, a list of recommended accommodation with suitable parking for your motorcycle, and direct links to our video guides.

If you'd like to support us in continuing to create these resources, we kindly ask you to book your accommodation through the affiliate links we provide on this page, in the e-book and in the video descriptions. You might also consider making a donation to support our work.

Prefer to explore the tour before downloading the files? You can find detailed route descriptions, information about the highlights and tips for your trip in our Volcanoes of the Auvergne TOURBLOG.

You can also download the GPX and ITN files and the full e-books for the rides in this tour through our roadtrip planner. Prefer not to add them to your account? No problem! Just send us an email at info@quazyrides.com, tell us which rides you'd like, and we'll send you the files in a ZIP folder.

Volcanoes of the Auvergne Ride 1

  • Chateau de Murol
  • Puy de Sancy
  • Mont-Dore
  • Puy de Dome
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Distance: 200 km (125 miles)
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Ride 1 of the Volcanoes of the Auvergne tour is going South of Clermont-Ferrand, diving into the Parc Naturel Regional des Volcans d’Auvergne. And the ride will pas an impressive fortress, the Puy de Montchal and circling aroung the massive Puy de Sancy. The stops are in picturesque mountain towns and the ride will ending at the foot of one of the most famous volcanoes in this area: the Puye de Dome. So 200 km / 125 miles to fully enjoy this part of the Massif Central!

Volcanoes of the Auvergne ride 2

  • Gorges de la Sioule
  • Gorge de Chouvigny
  • Viaduc des Fades
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Distance: 180 km (110 miles)
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Ride 2 of the Volcanoes of the Auvergne tour is not in the Parc Naturel Regional des Volcans d’Auvergne, as this ride goes North of Clermont-Ferrand. But that doesn’t mean the ride doesn't bring you some nice riding. Especially following the river Sioule through the Gorges de la Sioule, such as the Gorge de Chouvigny, offers some nice curvy roads. And of course we added a good coffee- ánd lunchstop and you will even get a view on the highest railway viaduct in France. 180 kilometres / 110 miles of fun in the Auvergne!

STOPOVER IN CLERMONT FERRAND

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NO RIDE - ONLY STOPOVER IN CLERMONT FERRAND Planning your own motorcycle roadtrip with Quazy Rides? To make it easier to combine tours and central points, we also offer a special STOPOVER option. This isn't a ride but simply a convenient way to include a connection between the central places of two tours. Even if you don't want to add a ride of the tour in that central point. When you choose the STOPOVER option, you're just adding a break at the central point—no extra ride required. You will get all the information of the central point and - if available - will be asked If you want to add the connection ride to your roadtrip! Perfect for those who want to go roadtripping by linking QUAZY RIDES tours and central places. Look for the STOPOVER icon when creating your roadtrip and keep rolling with ease!

Recommended accommodation with bike parking

See our list of recommended accommodation - all with suitable parking for your bike. If you want to support us to keep supporting you, we do ask you to book the accommodation via the links that we provide as an affiliate of Booking.com here and in the e-book.

Kyriad Prestige Hotel

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Logis Relais Des Puys

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Novotel Suites Polydome

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Hotel les Commercants

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Camping HUTTOPIA ROYAT

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Hôtel Beaulieu

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Quality Hotel Clermont Kennedy

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Nice to combine with a 1 day connection route

To complete your roadtrip you can easily combine the rides of this tour with the rides of the tours mentioned below, using our 1 or 2 day connection routes. Or you can choose one of the other tours, without a connection route, that you can find in the overview of all the tours at the Tours pages.
Medieval Morvan - Avallon

Medieval Morvan - Avallon

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Medieval Morvan rides
Delicious Dordogne - Sarlat la Caneda

Delicious Dordogne - Sarlat la Caneda

The Delicious Dordogne tour takes you through the green hills and beautiful countryside of the Dordogne valley. Along the way, you will enjoy lovely views of the river, impressive castles and charming villages that make this region of France so special. With its winding roads and varied landscapes, the Dordogne is a wonderful area to explore by motorcycle.

Delicious Dordogne rides
Lovely Loire - Tours

Lovely Loire - Tours

The Loire Valley is famous for its beautiful countryside, rolling green landscapes and impressive Renaissance castles. The Lovely Loire tour combines all these highlights with enjoyable motorcycle riding on winding roads through the heart of this historic region. Along the way, you will discover beautiful views, charming villages and some of the most famous castles in France. Tours is an excellent base for this tour. This lively city has a charming historic centre, plenty of restaurants and cafés, and lots to discover during your stay. After a day of exploring the Loire Valley by motorcycle, it is the perfect place to relax, enjoy a good meal and soak up the local atmosphere.

Lovely Loire rides

FREE rides

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Quazy Rides roadtrip contents

GPX file

GPX/ITN files (a route, total track and tracks per part for GARMIN, TomTOM and BoomBox) of all the rides and connecting routes.

Video

Informative videos of the central points and highlighted accommodation of our tours and of the rides.

E-book

E-books of the tours, including recommended accommodation, and the rides.

Checklist

Several checklists to prepare your motorcycle holiday.

”How to” video

Different “How to” videos to help you on your way.