Laveissière: Hotels and Accommodations

The commune of Laveissière is home to a dedicated winter sports destination, the Le Lioran ski resort: it features 60 kilometers of ski slopes, and its cable car provides access to Plomb du Cantal.

Finding a hotel in Laveissière is a separate step in planning your stay.

Nature and Landscapes

Laveissière is part of the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne and the Grand Site de France du Puy Mary - Volcan du Cantal. The Alagnon rises at Font d'Alagnon in the heights of Laveissière. In the area described at Laveissière, it is classified as a Natura 2000 site.

Hiking

In the Gorges de l'Alagnon, a trail created by volunteers crosses six footbridges. Access is from Fraisse-Haut in the direction of Buron de Belles Aigues; after 700 meters, the trail is signposted on the right.

A marked hiking trail follows the stream from the Moulin de Chambeuil to the waterfall. Another marked hiking trail leads from Laveissière to Roche Percée.

Culture

The Moulin de Chambeuil is freely accessible. The Église Saint-Louis was built in 1866 and is distinguished by its uniform Neo-Gothic design.

Additional Activities

The Bike Park du Lioran has 11 downhill trails spread across two sectors. The black Le Volcan Est VTTAE loop can be started in Laveissière. Fishing for trout and carp is possible at the Plan d'eau de Laveissière.

More local pages: Murat, Saint-Jacques-Des-Blats, Le Claux, Thiézac.

For the higher-level travel overview: Cantal.