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The Top 20 Lakes in the Massif Central

Looking to visit the best lakes in the Massif Central? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Massif Central’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: October 18, 2025

The Red Lands of Salagou

This beautiful gravel path winds through the red earth of Lac du Salagou.

It is the iron oxide present in the rock that gives clay and sandstone this particular red color.

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The Lac du Salagou takes you into another world. Embedded by round hills and vineyards, the lake is relatively central in the Hérault department. The red earth always reminds me …

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Lac Chambon is a lake of volcanic origin. Between its remarkable view of the Monts Dore and its shallow depth (only four meters), swimming becomes very pleasant.

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If you are looking for a scenic and relaxing bike ride in the heart of Auvergne, you can head to Lac d'Aydat. It is the largest natural lake in the …

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A dam on the Colagne river created this Charpal lake. It supplies the town of Mende with drinking water. The Charpal site was originally chosen in 1925 to create an …

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Villefort Lake is a vast body of water which includes an imposing dam. There are several species of fish including brown and rainbow trout, minnows and chub.

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A well-appointed rock pool that invites you to swim. But it is very crowded on sunny days. The setting is splendid, the waters crystal clear and the spots in the shade numerous.

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Lac du Bouchet is a magnificent body of water suitable for swimming and walking. Indeed a landscaped path goes around it.

On its southern part there is a beach and …

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This atypical body of water is a volcanic dam lake created by a basaltic lava flow. This is the first of a long series that you will encounter on this …

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Superb lake which it is possible to tour by bike (mountain bike, gravel or hybrid bike) or on foot.

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