Puy de Baladou, Mountain summit in Saulzet-le-Froid, France
The Puy de Baladou reaches an elevation of 1,455 meters and stands as a prominent peak within the Monts Dore mountain range in central France.
The mountainous landscape of Puy de Baladou formed through volcanic activity millions of years ago, shaping the current geology of the Massif Central region.
Local shepherds have maintained centuries-old pastoral traditions around Puy de Baladou, using the mountain slopes for summer grazing of their livestock.
Hikers can access Puy de Baladou through a 12.8-kilometer trail starting from Pessade, with the complete circuit taking approximately four and a half hours.
The mountain features distinct geological formations and provides access to both the Forêt de Saint-Nectaire and the Le Labadeau stream along its hiking paths.
Location: Saulzet-le-Froid
Elevation above the sea: 1,455 m
GPS coordinates: 45.61436,2.86732
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:53
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