Things to Do around Lac Des Fades Besserve
Lac Des Fades Besserve is a region in the Combrailles area of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Puy-de-Dôme, France, centered around an artificial lake created by the Fades dam on the Sioule river. This landscape offers a diverse setting for outdoor pursuits, characterized by its large reservoir, wooded slopes, and medium-sized mountains. The area provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Things to Do in Lac Des Fades Besserve
The Lac Des Fades Besserve region offers more than 10 routes across several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more. Hikers can explore wooded slopes and tranquil lake shores, with options ranging from easy strolls to more challenging routes, as detailed in guides like Hiking around Lac Des Fades Besserve and Easy hikes around Lac Des Fades Besserve. Cyclists will find routes that loop around the lake, with diverse terrain suitable for touring, mountain, and road cycling, which can be further explored in Cycling around Lac Des Fades Besserve. The lake is also a location for water activities such as swimming and fishing. More than 9,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Lac Des Fades Besserve, resulting in an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars for the available routes.
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hikers
8.94km
02:32
190m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.89km
01:26
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
47.7km
03:22
960m
960m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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46.5km
03:18
900m
900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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29.1km
02:11
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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86.1km
05:40
1,300m
1,300m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
49.8km
02:32
770m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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riders
41.4km
02:10
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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53.1km
02:40
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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47.4km
02:27
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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riders
19.5km
02:02
570m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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16.5km
01:32
340m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29.4km
02:44
770m
770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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35.1km
03:06
810m
810m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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runners
8.72km
01:07
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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5.72km
00:37
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9.55km
01:09
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
8.57km
01:03
280m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Frequently asked questions
What outdoor activities are available in Lac Des Fades Besserve?
Lac Des Fades Besserve offers various outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and jogging. The region features 14 routes across these sports. The lake also provides opportunities for swimming and fishing.
What are the most popular hiking trails in Lac Des Fades Besserve?
Popular hiking trails include "The meander round to the viaduct - loop starting from Queuille" (5.5 miles [8.9 km], moderate) and "Queuille Viewpoint – Méandre de Queuille loop from Queuille" (3.0 miles [4.8 km], easy). The "Belvedere loop from Les Ancizes" also offers scenic viewpoints. More details can be found in the Hiking around Lac Des Fades Besserve guide.
Are there easy hiking routes in Lac Des Fades Besserve?
Yes, Lac Des Fades Besserve offers easy hiking routes suitable for various skill levels. An example is the "Queuille Viewpoint – Méandre de Queuille loop from Queuille," which is 3.0 miles [4.8 km] long. For more options, consult the Easy hikes around Lac Des Fades Besserve guide.
What cycling routes are available in Lac Des Fades Besserve?
The region is suitable for touring, mountain, and road cycling. A challenging route is the 29.6-mile [47.6 km] "Rundgang durch die Combrailles - Um den Stausee von Fades-Besserve - Rundweg ab Les Ancizes." Guides like Cycling around Lac Des Fades Besserve provide further information.
What is the Vélorail des Fades?
The Vélorail des Fades offers a unique cycling experience on a 4.3-mile [7 km] electric-assisted railbike track (8.7 miles [14 km] round trip). This route passes through three tunnels, including one over 980 feet [300 meters] long, and provides views of the Fades Viaduct.
What natural landmarks can be found in Lac Des Fades Besserve?
Notable natural features include the Méandre de Queuille, a large loop formed by the Sioule river, and the Gour Saillant Waterfall. The region is characterized by its large reservoir, wooded slopes, and medium-sized mountains.
What is the Fades Viaduct?
The Fades Viaduct is the highest railway viaduct in France, standing 435 feet [132.5 meters] above the Sioule river. Constructed between 1901 and 1909, it is a prominent landmark in the region and is visible from many hiking and cycling routes.
Are there water activities available at Lac Des Fades Besserve?
Yes, the lake is popular for swimming, with three developed beaches at Confolant, Le Pont-du-Bouchet, and La Chazotte, which are supervised during July and August. Fishing is also a significant attraction, including opportunities for predator fishing and no-kill night carp fishing.
How many routes are available in Lac Des Fades Besserve on komoot?
Lac Des Fades Besserve features 14 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have received an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars from more than 1,300 ratings.
What komoot guides are available for Lac Des Fades Besserve?
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Lac Des Fades Besserve, Easy hikes around Lac Des Fades Besserve, and Cycling around Lac Des Fades Besserve. Other guides cover MTB trails, road cycling, running, and waterfall hikes.
What is the official website for tourism information about Lac Des Fades Besserve?
For general tourism information about the region, the official website is www.combrailles-auvergne-tourisme.fr or www.tourisme-combrailles.fr. The official website for the lake itself is https://lacdesfades.fr/.
What is the average altitude of the Lac Des Fades Besserve region?
The Lac Des Fades Besserve region is situated at an average altitude of 1,640 feet [500 meters]. It is characterized by its large reservoir surrounded by hills and wooded slopes.
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