Le Chemin de Montaigne retraces part of the route taken by humanist philosopher Michel Eyquem de Montaigne on his journey from Rome to Bordeaux in 1581. The GR 89 crosses the southern part of the Combrailles between Pontgibaud and La Celle over a distance of 47 km.
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The GR 89 is divided into 4 sections in the Combrailles:
- St-Ours / Malsaigne: 14 km (4h30)
- Masaigne / Pontaumur: 15 km (5h00)
- Pontaumur / Condat-en-Combrailles: 11 km (3h30)
- Condat-en-Combraille / La Celle (3h15)
The first stage between St-Ours and Malsaigne passes through the medieval town of Pontgibaud (Château Dauphin) and the Sioule valley.
The second stage between Malsaigne and Pontaumur takes in Montôt, the village of La Goutelle and the banks of the Sioulet.
The third stage between Pontaumur and Condat-en-Combraille offers a panoramic view of the Sioulet valley and the Tyx stream.
The fourth stage between Condat-en-Combraille and La Celle is the pond stage, with a visit to the 70-hectare Etang de Tyx.
- Type : Itinérance
- Environnement : In the country, Riverside, Lakeside or by stretch of water, Mountain view, Close to GR footpath, Waterside
Mise à jour le 20/12/2024
Par Office de Tourisme des Combrailles