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Clermont-Ferrand
Saint-Genès-Champanelle

Lake Aydat – Lac d'Aydat Wetland loop from Fontfreyde

Hard

4.7

(3)

50

riders

Lake Aydat – Lac d'Aydat Wetland loop from Fontfreyde

03:32

50.7km

850m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne

Waypoints

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2.04 km

Lac de la Cassière

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Much smaller but quieter and less touristy than Lake Aydat, great picnic tables.

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2

5.19 km

Lake Aydat

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Lake Aydat was formed by a lava flow that blocked the passage of the Veyre River. It is the largest natural body of water in Auvergne.

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5.50 km

Lake Aydat

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Aydat Lake is the largest natural lake in the Auvergne department with an area of 65 hectares. It is located 850 m above sea level.

There is a great place to have a coffee next to the lake.

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5.91 km

Lac d'Aydat Wetland

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This wetland area with trails for hikers and walkers abounds with life and cleans the waters of the Veyre which flows into Lake Aydat.

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8.45 km

Beautiful view of Lake Aydat

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You'll want to stop here and take time to appreciate this view of the lake. She is simply breathtaking!

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10.4 km

Menhir de Fohet

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The Fohet Menhir, or Pierre-Longue lying menhir, is a 4.75m high menhir that has remained lying on the ground for a long time. Lying thus, it once served as a …

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36.4 km

The Monne Gorges

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Deep gorge, great to ride for cyclists on the descent and ascent. Little traffic, very scenic. At the bridge there is a very idyllic, easy camping option.

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46.6 km

Rouillas skin

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50.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.7 km

3.80 km

1.60 km

1.52 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

44.9 km

3.39 km

1.90 km

260 m

162 m

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Lowest point (750 m)

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Wednesday 14 October

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