GR®30 Around Auvergne Volcanoes and Lakes: Hiking from La Bourboule

The GR®30, forming a loop around the Auvergne volcanoes and lakes starting from La Bourboule, is an immersion into a unique volcanic landscape in Europe. The trail passes near spectacular crater lakes like Lake Pavin or Lake Guéry, and crosses the vast summer pastures of the Cézallier. The flora is rich with alpine and subalpine species, including the yellow gentian, while the fauna includes marmots, mouflons, and birds of prey such as the peregrine falcon. The heritage is marked by mountain agriculture, with its traditional burons where Saint-Nectaire cheese is produced. This demanding hike offers breathtaking panoramas of the Chaîne des Puys and the Dore Mountains.

Distance: 198km, Elevation maximum: 1845m, Elevation minimum: 785m, Elevation gain uphill: 6157m
IGN Maps: Massif du Sancy PNR des Volcans d'Auvergne (2432ET). Bort-les-Orgues PNR des Volcans d'Auvergne (2433SB). Lac Pavin (2432SB).

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It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

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