Massif Central grand traverse Cicerone | 9781852845711

A guidebook to mountain biking, cycling or walking the 700km GTMC, Grande Traversée du Massif Central, in southern France, from Clermont-Ferrand in the Auvergne to Montpellier and Sête on the Mediterranean. The long-distance route is described in stages for walkers, and mountain bikers, with on road alternatives for road cyclists. Seasons: Spring and autumn recommended; summer can be very hot and the route could be very hazardous in winter conditions. Centres; Clermon-Ferrand, Saint-Etienne, Aurillac, Nimes, Montpellier. Difficulty: One of the most challenging mountain bike routes in France, but technical sections can be avoided by pushing a short distance or taking the on-road option. Must See: Auvergne; Puy de Sancy; Margeride; Mont Mouchet; Mont Lozère; Cévennes; Tarn Gorges; Mont Aigoual, Trèvezel Gorges.