La Chiou Cloriuo
The place
Recent small unstaffed shelter, free access, located at 1,030 m altitude in Mandailles-Saint-Julien in the Monts du Cantal. Carefully built structure of about 3×3 m, perfectly insulated, with a table and chairs but no mattresses or beds — sleeping on the floor for about 6 people (4 comfortably) in a sleeping bag or on a sleeping mat. Fine view over the Jordanne valley (Puy Mary, Peyre-Arse, Griou). Access in 10 min from the village of Saint-Julien-de-Jordanne, which also has the nearest drinking water point (1 km, −130 m) and a mini-market open every day.
Getting there
À environ 10 minutes de marche du village de Saint-Julien-de-Jordanne, ce lieu sert de point de départ à la boucle de l'Élancèze. Un point d'eau (robinet) se trouve à environ 1 km, au cimetière de Saint-Julien.
The setting
Construction récente d'environ 3m×3m, bien isolée, offrant une vue panoramique sur la vallée de la Jordanne (Puy Mary, Peyre Arse, Griou). La forêt commence à moins de 100 m, et une aire de bivouac est aménagée sur le pré voisin.
Good to know
Refuge Features: Sleeping Capacity: Although designed for one person, the space can comfortably accommodate up to 4 people for a comfortable experience, or 6 people if you don't mind being close together. Furnishings: Enjoy a table and chairs, as well as a clean, comfortable lino floor for sleeping (bring your own tarp or mattress/foam mat). Dimensions: An intimate 3m x 3m space, perfectly insulated thermally. Nearby Amenities: Bivouac: Possibility of bivouacking on the lawn next to the cabin. Stunning View: Enjoy a spectacular view over the Jordanne valley, with notable sights such as Puy Mary, Peyre Arse, and Griou. Drinking Water: Located 1 km away (-130m), a tested and approved drinking water source is accessible heading towards the village of St Julien de Jordanne. Village Amenities: St Julien de Jordanne: Just 1.1 km away, the village has a mini-market open every day, as well as fresh bread delivered every morning.
