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Ascent to Redon farm – Lake Aydat loop from Beaumont

Ascent to Redon farm – Lake Aydat loop from Beaumont

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5.0

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Ascent to Redon farm – Lake Aydat loop from Beaumont

02:33

35.3km

620m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 17.8 km for 3 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.15 km

At the foot of Puy Giroux

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Beautiful unobstructed view of Varennes with the Puy de Dôme behind the hill

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6.82 km

Ascent to Redon farm

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Climb which takes you from the valley to the plateau and which leads to the beautiful hamlets of Redon high and low.

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14.6 km

Lac de la Cassière

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Much smaller but quieter and less touristy than Lake Aydat, great picnic tables.

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17.4 km

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 region, formed by a volcanic dam. You can cycle around the lake on a well-marked trail that offers stunning views of the water and surrounding mountains. You can also enjoy lake activities, such as swimming, fishing, sailing or kayaking. Lake Aydat is an ideal destination for a day trip or weekend getaway.

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17.7 km

Lake Aydat

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Lake Aydat was formed by a lava flow that blocked the passage of the Veyre River. It is the largest natural body of water in Auvergne.

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18.0 km

Lake Aydat

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Aydat Lake is the largest natural lake in the Auvergne department with an area of 65 hectares. It is located 850 m above sea level.

There is a great place to have a coffee next to the lake.

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32.7 km

Montrognon Loop

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a little hard anyway, race from the parking lot of the stadium, the first kilometers it climbed all the time.

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35.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.6 km

10.3 km

8.62 km

1.80 km

645 m

365 m

Surfaces

13.1 km

11.4 km

9.62 km

643 m

553 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 31 August

26°C

11°C

0 %

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Comments

July 11, 2025,🐐⛰️LBK Auvergne J1_Clermont-Ferrand➡️Lac d'Ayat

Day 1 of the first bikepacking trip by bikette 🎉🎉
Some steep climbs to start, but we managed with joy and good humor!
Swimming pool upon arrival at the campsite to loosen up the muscles. 👏👌 Thanks @Deleted User for organizing it 🌟🙏

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December 9, 2022,Puys d'Auvergne J1 – Brouillard et blizzard

Appointment is given at the workshops of Victoire Cycles. We take off late, it may be 3:00 p.m., but the scheduled day is short. Jeanne promised me "cold and dry" weather.

In the thick fog, the freezing mud and the mist soaking my gloves, I smile. We are fine, but point of view. Instead, a big stove to warm our …

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Ascent to Redon farm – Lake Aydat loop from Beaumont

At the foot of Puy Giroux

Ascent to Redon farm

Lac de la Cassière

Lake Aydat

Lake Aydat

Lake Aydat

Montrognon Loop

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