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Puy de Niermont, Mountain summit in Le Claux, France

Located in the Cantal Mountains of southern Massif Central, Puy de Niermont reaches an elevation of 1,620 meters above sea level.

The formation of Puy de Niermont occurred through volcanic processes that shaped the Cantal Mountains into their current configuration of peaks and valleys.

The mountain stands within a region where shepherds maintain traditional farming practices, producing local cheeses from mountain pastures.

Hiking trails to Puy de Niermont summit start from the village of Le Claux, offering different paths suitable for various experience levels.

The summit provides views extending across the Cantal volcanic range, revealing geological formations formed by one of Europe's largest extinct volcanoes.

GPS coordinates: 45.14807,2.73229

Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:10

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