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Col de la Geneste (1372 m) – Lake Pavin loop from Massif Central

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes
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Égliseneuve-D'Entraigues

Col de la Geneste (1372 m) – Lake Pavin loop from Massif Central

Hard

12

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Col de la Geneste (1372 m) – Lake Pavin loop from Massif Central

04:02

60.9km

910m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 40.4 km for 992 m

Closed: • during snow conditions (otherwise open)

Waypoints

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1

121 m

Entraygues Waterfalls and Lake

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A beautiful lake as well as a succession of very pretty waterfalls are located near the village of Entraygues.

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2

12.9 km

Saint-Genès-Champespe

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If you want to enjoy stunning views of the village of Saint-Genès-Champespe and its surroundings, you can hike up to the Saint-Sébastien church, which is perched on a hill overlooking …

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3

20.7 km

Saint-Donat

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Nice place, view of the Sancy Mountains. The best part was the small hotel with an open bar. Delicious cake and the best cappuccino yet.

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4

33.8 km

Col de la Geneste (1372 m)

Highlight • Mountain Pass

5

40.1 km

Lac Pavin

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Pavin Lake is a Maar. It is the result of a violent explosion that took place around 6000 years ago. It is almost circular in shape and ninety-two meters deep.

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40.9 km

Lake Pavin

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Lac Pavin is a lake that formed in the crater of a Puy-de-Dôme volcano. It is located at an altitude of 1205m.

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7

50.7 km

Bei La Prade

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8

51.8 km

Ravel

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The origin of Picherande dates back to Celtic times (2nd and 3rd millennium). The etymology would relate to civilization, “ERANDE” meaning limit, border, and “PICH” referring to peak, mountain.

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60.9 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

59.2 km

949 m

570 m

233 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

56.4 km

3.84 km

381 m

309 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,360 m)

Lowest point (930 m)

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