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Lac Pavin and Puy Montchal

Length

8km

Duration

2h30min

Elev gain

242m


Nestled at an altitude of 1,200 meters, Lake Pavin is emblematic of the region and attracts many visitors. This lake of volcanic origin has an almost perfectly circular shape, for a depth of 92 meters. This trail allows you to go around it while discovering a pretty forest and the summit of Puy Montchal.


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Map and elevation

Elevation

8.1km 1161m

Uphill

242m

Highest point

1398m

Downhill

242m

Lowest point

1161m

Route type

Loop

Offline

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Includes IGN France and Swisstopo.

Getting there

Parking du Lac Pavin.

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About this trail

Dogs

Authorised


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Season

Can be difficult in Winter

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6 ratings


Prendre connaissance de la météo (pas de vue si ciel couvert 😢)