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Besse-Et-Saint-Anastaise

Lac Pavin

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Lac Pavin

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    October 16, 2021

    Cycling

    Pavin Lake is a Maar. It is the result of a violent explosion that took place around 6000 years ago. It is almost circular in shape and ninety-two meters deep.
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    August 25, 2021

    Cycling

    From the parking lot at the top it is magnificent!
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    July 16, 2022

    Cycling

    Very beautiful crater lake, but very touristy here.
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    1. Col de la croix Saint-Robert – Lac Chambon loop from Murol

    82.1km

    05:54

    1,760m

    1,760m

    Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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