12 ideas for the teens !

Are you in your teens and in search of some great ideas of amazing things to do while on holiday in Cantal? Whether you’re on holiday with family or friends, prefer doing activities alone, are the adventurous type or like to take things nice and steady, we are sure you’ll find activities in our area that will take your fancy. Check out some of our roundup of ideas for fun-packed activities to do while you’re here.

Dans les airs : envole-toi au dessus du volcan !

Take a tandem paragliding flight with a qualified pilot soaring high above the Puy Mary or the Plomb du Cantal summits. It’s a fantastic experience offering you a bird’s-eye view over Cantal’s great volcano and one that you’ll love. A real adrenaline rush and a magical moment.

Practical information:
Tandem flights with a qualified instructor.
Cantal Air Libre: www.cantalairlibre.com – Tel. +33 6 78 01 69 51
Parapente du Puy Mary: www.parapente-puy-mary.com – Tel. +33 4 71 78 95 21

Between earth and sky: Rock-climbing, zip line rides and via ferrata … all waiting for you to try out!

Are you looking for a bit of adventure? Are you ready to take to the heights? You’ll love the challenge of a tree top adventure park and enjoy progressively working your way up different levels at your own rhythm. If you’re looking for the ultimate adrenaline-fuelled activity, then why not try your hand at via ferrata or a ride on a giant zip line! If you’re the sporty type, then rock-climbing could be for you. With some great rock-climbing spots in the area, there are climbing routes for all levels, opportunities to lead climb as well as belaying. Fun and excitment awaits you.

Practical information:
Tree Top Adventure Park at Le Lioran, open for bookings from the Easter school holidays to the Autumn school holidays depending on the weather conditions.
Lioran Aventure: www.lioran-aventure.com – Tel. +33 6 74 97 40 94
Adventure Park and giant zip line at the Lac des Graves, open all year round depending on the weather conditions.
Murmur Nature www.murmurnature.com – Tel.+33 6 09 35 21 67
Rock climbing and via ferrata with qualified instructors, depending on the weather conditions.
Escale Verticale: www.escale-verticale.com – Tel.+33 6 98 00 72 05
Bureau des Guides Auvergne: www.canyoning-auvergne.fr – Tel. +33 6 09 35 21 67

Explore the land: Thrill and excitement in the mountains!

Are you interested in horse riding? What about going on a horse riding trek over a few days organized by the Cheval Découverte Riding Stables. A wonderful opportunity to be with the animal you love, to discover some magnificent scenery and to share a fantastic experience as part of a group.

Is cycling or mountain biking more your scene? Here too is a great way to enjoy thrill and adventure. How does the idea of wheeling down the slopes of a volcano sound? Come and give this a try on a specially designed downhill mountain bike or on a Dirt Monster, those bikes with really thick wheels! Click here to find out more.

Perhaps urban sports are more your thing? Come along to the park in Vic sur Cère with your kit and practise BMX or skateboarding at the specially designed park. It’s open for use all year round.

Practical information:
Horse riding treks and courses, open for bookings all year round.
Cheval Découverte Riding School: www.chevaldecouverte.com – Tel. +33 6 81 08 24 73
Mountain biking rental and introductory sessions with qualified instructors at Le Lioran resort on booking
Lioran Sports Skimium: www.lioran-sports.com – Tel. +33 4 71 49 50 17
Dirt Monster rental at Le Lioran resort open for bookings from the Easter to Autumn school holidays depending on the weather conditions.
Lioran Aventure: www.lioran-aventure.com – Tel. +33 6 74 97 40 94

Take the plunge: Cool down by going canyoning or head for a swim

The swimming pool complex in Vic sur Cère is a great place to have fun and make friends. You’ll love the two pools, slide and also the night time sessions organized in July and August with games, mini-tournaments and fun for all.

You could also head over to the lake, the Lac des Graves and have a go at canoeing or stand up paddle.

And if you‘re looking for an adventure and fancy doing jumps and abseiling, then why not come and try river treking or canyoning with an instructor from the “Bureau des Guides Auvergne” or “Escale Verticale”.

Practical information:
Swimming and organized events at the open-air heated swimming pool in Vic sur Cère, open throughout July and August
Swimming pool: www.vicsurcere.fr – Tel. +33 4 71 47 52 43
Canoeing and stand up paddle at the Lac des Graves. On booking and depending on the weather conditions.
Murmur Nature: www.murmurnature.com – Tel.+33 6 09 35 21 67
Canyoning and river treking. On booking and depending on the weather conditions.
Escale Verticale: www.escale-verticale.com – Tel. +33 6 98 00 72 05
Bureau des Guides Auvergne: www.canyoning-auvergne.fr – Tel.  +33 6 09 35 21 67

Indoors: Fun and games with friends!

If the weather decides to play up a bit while you’re on holiday, don’t worry! We’ve got a few ideas up our sleeve of activities that you might enjoy. There’s the bowling alley or the laser game complex to enjoy with your friends (or challenge your parents to a session!). Or you could also work off some energy with a game of squash or enjoy a swim at the Natura Bien-Être centre.

Practical information:

Bowling alley, Laser Game complex, children’s indoor play area. Open all year round.
“Lo Monde es Fol” Leisure Centre:  www.bowling-cantal.fr – Tel. +33 4 71 49 59 65
Indoor swimming pool, squash courts. Open from February to November.
Natura Bien Être: www.naturabienetreencarladez.f – Tel. +33 5 65 66 22 11

Spooky thrills and chills!

For excitement that’s a touch on the dark side, why not join one of the night-time tours at Pesteils Castle? A tour with a difference … ghostly encounters and shivers down your spine!

Practical information:
Special night-time tours every Wednesday from 18 July to 15 August. Prior booking is necessary.
Pesteils Castle : www.chateau-pesteils-cantal.com – Tel. + 33 6 73 39 24 04

We really hope you’re having fun during your holiday in Cantal. Don’t forget to tell us what you’ve been up to and share your experiences! #mycarlades #MassifCantalien #myauvergne