Puy des Goules

The Puy des Goules reaches an elevation of 1464 meters and features a regular crater measuring 200 meters in diameter and 40 meters in depth.

The volcano experienced its final eruption approximately 30,000 years ago, contributing to the formation of the Chaîne des Puys in the Massif Central region.

The eastern slopes reveal red scoria deposits from past eruptions, while the western interior of the crater contains dense forests of hazel and beech trees.

Visitors can access multiple hiking trails leading to the summit, where they can observe the geological formations and natural landscapes of the surrounding area.

The slopes display a checkerboard pattern of small forested parcels, resulting from the division of land among numerous property owners in the region.

Location: Orcines

Elevation above the sea: 1,146 m

Address: Puy des Goules, 63870 Orcines, France

GPS coordinates: 45.80961,2.98000

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46