Hello, The Bufadou is a story I started to fulfil my childhood dreams, and today, it is much more than that... The Bufadou has become an adventure led by my family, along with my wife Anne and my son Germain, voted the best guide for mischief in the region. Let’s not forget Spy, our little dog, who wonderfully fulfills his role as the mascot. It is also a project driven by a team. A team that resembles me. A team of passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals that I have assembled. It fully embodies our project of a sports base camp. An ambition that has inspired me for as long as I can remember, and which has come to life since July 2018. Today, Solène, Romain and the whole team welcome you for a stay in the heart of Cantal. Every morning, the team rises with the intention of offering our guests the chance to experience the same love at first sight that I felt for these mountains. Every day, I wake up with a smile because I know that you will have an experience on our ski slopes, our mountain biking trails, our hiking paths or at our table that you will remember... See you very soon in our beautiful territory that is Cantal. Clément

Le Bufadou is the first Base Camp of medium mountains. A gîte that is both modern and steeped in tradition. A hybrid concept that draws its uniqueness from the authenticity of mountain shelters, the friendliness of stopping gîtes, and the generous fare typical of inns. Le Bufadou is a privileged stopping point for all hikers on the GR400, the GR4, and the Cantal mountains as a whole. A stopping gîte appreciated as a gourmet and friendly stop to set off re-energised on the trails the next day. Le Bufadou is a typical, lively chalet for all skiers at the Lioran resort; the ideal place for a family or friends’ ski holiday. Le Bufadou is the sunny terrace where all cycling enthusiasts, from road cyclists to downhill mountain bikers, park their bikes to sip a revitalising drink and enjoy our homemade blueberry tart. Le Bufadou is the headquarters for all local sportspeople. A refuge, a den where all mountain lovers, upon returning from their outings, can eat, chat, learn and share, enjoying the passage of time. Le Bufadou is the residence for all lovers of adrenaline and nature, whether you are an amateur seeking adventure or an experienced athlete. Whether you wish to discover the ski slopes of Lioran or once again traverse the volcanic trails of Cantal. Whether you are alone or in a team, with friends or family. Whether you are in search of pleasure or performance.

The authenticity of mountain huts, the friendliness of stage lodges, and the generous meals typical of inns. The Bufadou is the first Sports Base Camp in the mid-mountains.