Top 4 Lakes around Olby

The lakes around Olby are notable for their diverse origins, many being formed by volcanic activity. You'll find natural lakes, crater lakes (maars), and even artificially created ponds, all set within the beautiful Regional Nature Park of the Volcanoes of Auvergne.

For a relaxing day, Lake Aydat is the largest natural lake and offers a scenic setting. Lac de la Cassière is smaller, quieter, and less touristy, with great picnic tables. Lake Servières, a crater lake, is also a popular picnic spot in an exceptional natural setting.

Yes, several lakes are great for families. Lake Aydat offers swimming, fishing, sailing, and kayaking. Lake Chambon, though not directly in Olby, has two arranged beaches with child-friendly amenities and supervised swimming in summer. Hermines Lake also features an arranged beach, nautical base, and children's play areas with supervised swimming.

The lakes offer a variety of water sports. At Lake Aydat, you can enjoy swimming, fishing, sailing, and kayaking. Lake Chambon and Hermines Lake are popular for paddle, sailing, kayaking, and canoeing, with supervised swimming available during peak season.

Yes, Lake Aydat has a well-marked trail that allows you to cycle around the lake, offering stunning views of the water and surrounding mountains. For more cycling options, explore the cycling routes around Olby.

Absolutely. The area around Olby's lakes, especially Lake Servières, is ideal for walks in an exceptional natural setting. You can find many trails suitable for various skill levels. For detailed hiking options, check out the hiking guide for Olby.

You can expect to see diverse natural features, including volcanic landscapes, forests, and the lakes themselves. A notable viewpoint is the View of Lac de la Cassière and the Chaîne des Puys, which offers expansive vistas of Lake Cassière, the Chaîne des Puys, and the Puy de Dôme.

Yes, Montlosier Pond is a unique landscape creation by the Count of Montlosier. It was artificially created by diverting the Randanne river, and its waters disappear into the volcanic strata at the foot of the puys of Lassolas, La Vache, and Mercœur, giving it no apparent water outlet.

Visitors particularly appreciate the natural beauty and tranquility of the area. The volcanic origins of many lakes, like Lake Servières, offer unique scenery for walks and picnics. The opportunities for various outdoor activities, from cycling around Lake Aydat to simply enjoying the quiet at Lac de la Cassière, are also highly valued.

Yes, Lake Servières offers easy walks in an exceptional natural setting. The trail around Lake Aydat is also suitable for walking, providing a pleasant and accessible experience for families.

The lakes are beautiful year-round, but for water activities like swimming and supervised beaches, the summer months (July and August) are ideal. Spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures for hiking and cycling, with vibrant natural colors.