Why work up a sweat when you can be gracefully winched up instead? A relaxing way of ascending to the top, Téléphérique du Plomb du Cantal is a terrific alternative to hiking it.
You're spoiled for sightseeing choice in Laveissiere. Téléphérique du Plomb du Cantal is an ideal place to start here, but there are numerous other interesting places to appreciate. Puy Mary, Plomb du Cantal, and Remberter are close to the incline railway and will top off your day nicely.