Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat, a region in the Aveyron department of France, is centered around an artificial lake on the Lévézou plateau. This area is characterized by its expansive lake, surrounding green landscapes, and forests, providing diverse terrain for outdoor pursuits. The blend of water features and elevated plateaus makes Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat suitable for several sports like jogging, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
The Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat region offers more than…
60
Routes
4.7
(136)
Average rating
2438
People visited

5.0
(4)
29
hikers
8.77km
02:29
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(27)
361
hikers
11.1km
02:52
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(27)
359
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
12
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4
runners
8.59km
01:02
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
345
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
340
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

42
runners
10.1km
01:08
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(16)
139
riders
14.0km
01:05
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(14)
128
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
96
riders
48.0km
03:11
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
9
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.8
(12)
61
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
12
riders
36.8km
03:12
640m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
6
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(3)
50
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
60
riders
66.6km
03:11
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(2)
21
riders
54.7km
02:47
880m
880m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

24
riders
72.1km
03:39
1,080m
1,080m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat offers a variety of outdoor activities including jogging, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and touring cycling. The region features more than 10 routes across these sports. These activities are centered around the artificial lake and the surrounding Lévézou plateau.
A popular jogging route is the 6.8-mile (11 km) pedestrian path that encircles the lake, offering scenic views. Additional options are available for various distances and terrains. More routes can be found in the Running Trails around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat guide.
Yes, the region offers several road cycling routes, including an easy 6.9-mile (11.2 km) loop directly around the lake. More challenging routes, such as the 12.6-mile (20.3 km) "Tour de Peyrebrune – Lake Villefranche-de-Panat loop," are also available. Consult the Road Cycling Routes around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat guide for details.
The region provides numerous hiking trails with varying difficulty levels. Examples include the 7.1-mile (11.5 km) "Villefranche-de-Panat loop" and the more challenging 9.1-mile (14.7 km) "Raspes Path Loop from Le Truel." The Hiking around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat guide lists more options.
Yes, Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat is suitable for mountain biking, with routes available for various skill levels. The area's diverse terrain, including forests and plateaus, provides varied experiences for mountain bikers. Specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat guide.
Yes, the 6.8-mile (11 km) pedestrian path around the lake is suitable for easy jogging or walking. An easy 6.9-mile (11.2 km) paved loop is also available for cycling. For hiking, the Easy hikes around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat guide provides suitable options.
The primary natural feature is the artificial Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat itself, situated on the Lévézou plateau. The Tower of Peyrebrune, a medieval fortress vestige at 2,995 feet (913m) altitude, offers impressive views of the Alrance valley. The area also features green landscapes, forests, and sandy beaches.
Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars. There are 15 total routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Running Trails around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat, Road Cycling Routes around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat, Hiking around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat, and MTB Trails around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat. There is also a guide for Cycling around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat and Easy hikes around Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat.
For official information regarding the Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat area, the Mairie de Villefranche-de-Panat can be contacted at +33 5 65 46 44 04. General tourism information is also available through Tourisme Aveyron and Tourisme Pareloup Lévézou.
Lac De Villefranche-De-Panat is situated at an altitude of 2,385-2,395 feet (727-730 meters). The surrounding Lévézou plateau contributes to the varied terrain and viewpoints in the region.

