Puy de Cacadogne, Volcanic peak in Massif Central, France

Puy de Cacadogne is a summit in the Monts Dore, a volcanic massif in the Massif Central, reaching 1,785 metres, 85 metres above the surrounding terrain. It lies 1.5 km southwest of Puy de Sancy, the highest point of the massif at 1,885 metres, and about 9 km from La Bourboule.

Puy de Cacadogne is part of the Monts Dore range in the Massif Central, 400 km south of Paris. It rises to 1,785 m, about 85 m above the surrounding terrain, with a base roughly 0.87 km wide. The nearby Puy de Sancy, the highest point of the range, stands 1.5 km to the northeast.

The slopes here have long served as summer pasture for sheep herds, a tradition that shaped the land for centuries. This pastoral heritage remains visible in how the terrain is managed and used by local communities today.

The hike to the summit takes several hours with significant elevation gain along well-marked trails starting from Chaudefour Valley. The rocky terrain is demanding, so proper hiking gear and good fitness are necessary for the journey.

From the summit, views reach across the Puys chain, the Cantal mountains, and the Forez range in all directions. This panorama reveals the region's entire volcanic landscape at once.