Montcléra combines cultural heritage with designated hiking and mountain biking routes. Anyone considering Montcléra as a place to stay may wish to rent a holiday apartment there.
Culture and History
The church of Montcléra was built in the Romanesque style in the 12th century. Its side chapels were added in the 15th century, and the nave was extended in 1870.
Inside the church are three richly decorated 17th-century altarpieces attributed to the Tournié workshop from Gourdon.
The fortified Château de Montcléra dates from the Wars of Religion at the end of the 16th century. The château is a private residence and is open to the public only during the Heritage Days.
A historic road led uphill to Bugan, which was also known as Cami Sarrasin.
Routes
The Circuit du Moulin de Rudoux is an easy circular trail that starts in Montcléra. It is 5.89 km long, has 110 m of positive elevation gain, and takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, depending on your pace.
The Circuit du Moulin de Rudoux leads to the private Moulin de Rudoux on the banks of the Masse stream.
The route In the Heart of the Chestnut Groves - Montcléra is a moderately difficult trail covering 22.4 km, with a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes.
The mountain biking route In the Heart of the Chestnut Groves - Montcléra starts at the Place de la mairie de Montcléra. It passes through chestnut groves and combines the ride with cultural heritage.
Event
The Festival national des vieilles mécaniques de Montcléra-Cazals takes place every two years on the last weekend of July.
