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Although the GTMC is intended as a mountain bike trail, many walkers use it as well, particularly along the frequent and lengthy sections that coincide with GR trails. You will encounter relatively few cyclists, rarely more than two or three each day, and nearly all of these are highly respectful of other trail users. Information for those walking the trail is included in this guidebook, at the end of each stage, and alternatives are given where the GTMC trail can be left for other routes and later rejoined, particularly in areas where there is a considerable amount of road walking.

A walking traverse of the Massif Central would take the average long-distance walker from 27 to 32 days, so a four or five week trip from home, including travel to and from the region. Alternatively, the railway network easily allows one-, two- or three-week walking holidays to be planned.

Climate – When to Go

In general terms, summers in the Massif Central tend to be hot and relatively dry, while winters are often cold with heavy snowfalls.