To see, to do
Around us
Around La Grange de l’Abille, a multitude of nature, wellness and discovery activities await you for unique moments in the heart of the Cantal.
To see, to do
Activities around La Grange de L’Abille
Hop aboard the Gentiane Express, take off in a hot-air balloon or a microlight, enjoy Le Lioran in summer and in winter, pedal on the Cézallier rail bikes, let yourself be guided, or treat yourself to a gentle break.
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Tourist train in Riom-ès-Montagnes
Gentiane Express
A tourist train winding through the rolling landscapes of the Massif Central between Riom-ès-Montagnes and Lugarde, with breathtaking panoramas.
Hot-air balloon flight over the Cantal
Cantal Montgolfière
A magical aerial experience: admire the Auvergne volcanoes seen from the sky.
Microlight flight with the birds
Flying with the birds
A microlight flight alongside the birds, a feeling of absolute freedom in communion with nature.
Guided tours in Auvergne
RM Tourisme
Themed tours and excursions to discover the natural and cultural riches of the Haut Cantal.
Ski resort, summer and winter
Le Lioran
The Le Lioran resort, in summer and in winter: skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, mountain biking and much more.
Routes on railway tracks
Cézallier rail bike
Pedal at your own pace along a former railway line that crosses vast unspoilt plateaux.
Guide in the mountains, the forest or the peat bogs
Mountain guide
Explore the surrounding paths alone or accompanied by local guides, passionate about the living heritage of the region.
Wellness and intuitive massage
Laure-Anne Legrand
A gentle break with a practitioner of wellness and intuitive massages, in a setting conducive to relaxation and refocusing.
Our producers, our craftspeople, our partners
Passionate, committed local partners
At La Grange de l’Abille, we are keen to promote local know-how and short supply chains, by working with producers and craftspeople of the Cantal who share our values of authenticity, quality and respect for the environment.
Saint-Nectaire cheese producer
GAEC Escourolle
Continues a renowned cheese-making tradition.
Saint-Nectaire cheese producer
EARL Mercier
Continues a renowned cheese-making tradition.
Butcher, charcuterie
Salaisons Pallut
Artisan charcuterie with bold, generous flavours.
Cantal, Salers and butter producer
GAEC Gemarin
Renowned know-how and unmatched generosity.
Organic vineyard
Domaine Miolanne
Natural, committed wines, for an oenological discovery in the heart of the Auvergne terroir.
Rural and organic beers
Brasserie des Estives
Craft beers brewed at altitude with spring water, with an authentic, local taste.
Artisan coffee roaster
Cafés des Puys
A passionate roaster, to discover specialty coffees with subtle aromas.
Artisan jam makers
La Roche aux Fruits
Jams and products made from local fruit.
Herbalist farmer
Sur la voie des simples
Beneficial herbal teas, carefully grown and hand-picked.
Pottery workshop
Poterie La Boissonnière
Handcrafted creations made with passion.
Cosmetics alternative
L’Échappée Bulles
Natural cosmetics, made locally.
Leather creations
Cuir-Code
Unique leather pieces combining traditional know-how and contemporary design.
Thanks to these trusted partners, every stay at La Grange de l’Abille becomes a tasty and authentic immersion in the living terroir of the Haut Cantal.
The restaurants
Our favourite restaurants in the Cantal
We have selected for you a few authentic and delicious tables to discover the full richness of Cantal cuisine. Hover over an address: the municipality lights up on the map.
As-the-crow-flies distances from La Grange de L’Abille to the centre of each municipality. Outline of the Cantal: open data (IGN, geo.api.gouv.fr).
Le Moulin de la Santoire
Saint-Saturnin · ≈ 9 km
Refined, creative, local cuisine that elegantly enhances the produce of the terroir.
L’Atelier Soubrier
Lascelle · ≈ 30 km
An unusual and friendly place, where culinary creativity is expressed in a warm setting.
Le Très Petit Café
Murat · ≈ 20 km
An intimate atmosphere, charm and an original menu.
La Cave du P-O
Riom-ès-Montagnes · ≈ 6 km
For lovers of wine and good food: food and wine pairings are the star.
La Ferme Auberge des Arbres
Riom-ès-Montagnes · ≈ 6 km
An immersion in farming tradition: generous and authentic farm-inn cooking.
L’Auberge des Marmottes
Lavigerie · ≈ 17 km
Generous and authentic farm-inn cooking.
Le Buron des Estives
Allanche · ≈ 20 km
In the heart of the Cézallier, a fully restored buron: home cooking, local produce and local meat, with quality and tradition.
To do and see in Marchastel
Discovering Marchastel from La Grange de L’Abille
From La Grange de l’Abille, several walks and visits immerse you in the history, nature and traditions of Marchastel, in the heart of the Haut Cantal.
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The village centre
The Croix de l’Abille
Just behind our guest house, a peaceful and symbolic spot, ideal for a short contemplative walk.
Behind the house
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The village centre
Church of Sainte-Croix and Saint-Pierre
A listed building full of charm nestled in the heart of the village, bearing witness to the region’s rich rural heritage.
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Le Terrou
Wolf traps
Just a few steps away: old wolf traps, ingenious remains of pastoral life of the past.
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Tourist office in Riom-ès-Montagnes
Destination Haut Cantal
To discover even more local farms and artisan know-how, or to take part in family and cultural activities.
And to stay here