Puy de Chalard

The Puy de Chalard reaches an elevation of 840 meters and stands as part of the Chaîne des Puys mountain range in the Massif Central region.

The volcanic structure formed through strombolian activity, resulting in a horseshoe-shaped crater from an explosion that occurred on one side of the formation.

The name originates from Occitan language elements, combining 'Puei' meaning elevated land and 'Chaslar' referring to a medieval fortification.

Located less than 40 kilometers northwest of Clermont-Ferrand, visitors can access the volcano through marked paths in the Combrailles region.

Before the 1970s forestation project, the summit provided direct views into the volcanic crater and panoramic views across the surrounding volcanic landscape.

Location: Manzat

Elevation above the sea: 840 m

GPS coordinates: 45.95891,2.97426

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06