Lake Pavin – Puy Montchal loop from Besse
Lake Pavin – Puy Montchal loop from Besse
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Lake Pavin – Puy Montchal loop from Besse
06:27
22.1km
600m
Hiking
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 6, 2026
Tips
Temporary access restrictions
Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.
After 2.79 km for 449 m
Closed: • during snow conditions (otherwise open)
After 9.43 km for 188 m
Closed: • during snow conditions (otherwise open)
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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1.43 km
Panoramic view of Besse and the valley
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4.79 km
Viewpoint
Viewpoint
5.89 km
Lake Pavin
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6.42 km
LAC PAVIN LAC MONTCINEYRE PAR PUY MONCHAL LOOP
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6.92 km
View of Lake Pavin
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7.95 km
View of Lac Pavin from Le Monchal
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7.96 km
Puy Montchal
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12.3 km
Petit Lac de la Godivelle
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13.0 km
Lake Montcineyre
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22.1 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
13.5 km
4.16 km
3.70 km
652 m
103 m
Surfaces
11.2 km
3.59 km
3.15 km
3.00 km
736 m
418 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,370 m)
Lowest point (1,020 m)
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Weather
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Monday 18 May
16°C
4°C
75 %
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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h
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