Puy de la Vache, Basaltic stratovolcano in Puy-de-Dôme, France.
The Puy de la Vache rises to 1167 meters in elevation and features distinct red and black scoria cones formed through volcanic activity.
The last eruption of Puy de la Vache occurred around 6020 BCE, resulting in a lava flow that extended fifteen kilometers to the southeast.
The volcanic formation serves as an educational site where students and researchers study geological processes and volcanic structures throughout the year.
Multiple hiking trails lead to the summit, providing access points from Saint-Genès-Champanelle with designated parking areas at the base.
The volcano's lava flow created several lakes in the region, including Lake Cassière in the north and Lake Aydat in the south.
Location: Puy-de-Dôme
Elevation above the sea: 1,167 m
Made from material: basalt
GPS coordinates: 45.70557,2.96315
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:39
Clermont-Ferrand offers stone architecture and natural landscapes for photography. The black stone cathedral stands against extinct volcanoes. Parks, gardens, and historical monuments provide diverse subjects. The city center features Renaissance fountains and medieval streets. Museums and cultural venues add contemporary elements to the urban landscape.
Charade Circuit
6.6 km
Puy de Lassolas
720 m
Puy de Vichatel
2.2 km
Puy de Mercœur
1.3 km
Puy de l'Enfer
6.1 km
Puy de Charmont
3.1 km
Puy de la Combregrasse
4.3 km
Puy de la Toupe
3 km
Église Saint-Sidoine d'Aydat
5.1 km
Puy de Montchal, Aydat
2.1 km
Puy de Laschamps
3.3 km
Puy de Pourcharet
2.5 km
Puy de Monchier
4.8 km
Puy de la Rodde
4.8 km
Puy de Montjuger
1.6 km
Puy de la Mey
569 m
Puy de Montgy
2.5 km
Église Sainte-Anne d'Aurières
5.1 km
Église Saint-Georges de Nébouzat
4.7 km
Chapelle Saint-Aubin
5.4 km
Église Saint-Martin d'Allagnat
6.1 km
Église de la Visitation de Beaune
3.3 km
Église Saint-Aubin de Manson
6 km
Narse d'Espinasse
6.5 km
Église Saint-Jacques de Rouillat-Bas
5 km
Église de l'Assomption de Nadaillat
5.8 km
Puy de Barme
4.4 km
Château d'Allagnat
6.1 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes