When you walk the paths of the Massif du Sancy, a sweet smell sometimes floats in the air, carried by the mountain breeze. Here, on the sides of dormant volcanoes and in the hollow of green valleys, a wild treasure carpets the undergrowth: the blueberry. Small, round, black berries with purple highlights, they are the emblematic fruit of this volcanic land, picked by hand in an ancestral ritual that precedes the creation of an essential delicacy: the blueberry tart.

Symbol of the Massif du Sancy

A true symbol of the Auvergne region, this pastry seduces with its simplicity and authenticity. Its golden pastry, often shortbread or broken, crunches under the tooth before giving way to an explosion of flavors: the tangy sweetness of wild blueberries, lightly stewed under the effect of the oven, releases a delicate aroma that recalls the freshness of forests and high-altitude meadows. Sometimes, it is enhanced with a thin layer of cream or flaked almonds, but it is sufficient in itself, sublimating the natural richness of the berries filled with sun and rain.

Memories of picking

Each mouthful tells a story: that of summer pickings, fingers tinged with purple after diving into the bushes, joyful tables where the flavors of Sancy are shared. Served warm, accompanied by a scoop of artisanal ice cream or a simple touch of local crème fraîche, the blueberry tart embodies the taste of authentic Auvergne, that of simple and unforgettable moments spent in the heart of the mountains.

Whether you are a hiker looking for a sweet break after a climb or a lover of local delicacies, this specialty remains an invitation to travel, a suspended moment where the Massif du Sancy reveals itself in a different light: generous, gourmet and deeply rooted in its traditions