8 MTB circuits departing from the campsite or Lake Aydat

Florian Meyer • May 14, 2021
The chain of puys is an incredible playground for mountain biking enthusiasts. Several circuits are even marked around the campsite, with possible departures without taking the car. Whether you're an occasional mountain biker, a confirmed athlete or with family, the circuits around Aydat allow you to compose outings adapted to your level and the time you have available.
It is of course possible to rent a mountain bike near the campsite, with or without electric assistance.
Campsite with mountain bike circuits departing from the campsite
The MTB routes presented below are available on the Rando Arvernes application (via Google Play or App Store), take the time to download it to make your bike or hiking outings easier!

Here are the 8 marked circuits:
- Aydat - Pessade, 27.5 km, marking 2 red (departure from the campsite)
- La Garandie, 4.6 km, marking 10 green (departure from the campsite)
- La Garandie - Les Puys, 10.9 km, marking 6 blue (departure from the campsite)
- La Garandie - Charmont, 13.1 km, marking 5 red (departure from the campsite)
- Aydat - La Cassière, 10.5 km, marking 7 blue
- Aydat  - Pierre longue, 11 km, marking 9 blue
- Aydat - Montlosier, 21 km, marking 8 red
- Aydat de la Monne à la Serre, 33.2 km, marking 11 black

There are several possible variants to shorten or lengthen easily these circuits. For circuits departing from Lac d'Aydat, it is possible to join them directly by MTB from the campsite or by car.

Many other MTB circuits are possible (but not marked), here are a few examples available online:

- 20km loop around the puyss (Vichatel, Charmont, Rodde...), starting from the campsite (circuit proposed by a camper, thanks to them!)

- "Around Aydat" circuit, 32 km, starting from the campsite

- "The Round of the Lakes 2014" circuit, 45 km, starting from the campsite

- "The round of the lakes 2009" circuit, 25 km (+ 2 km if starting from the campsite), very accessible due to little elevation gain.

- "Through the puys" circuit, 32 km (+ 2 km if starting from the campsite), fairly accessible with the discovery of many puys.

Mountain biking around the campsite: freedom, nature and cycling pleasure

With so many marked trails and possible variations, the Aydat area is an ideal destination for mountain biking during your vacation, without constraints and without always having to take the car. Whether it's for a short outing from the campsite, a sporting loop in the volcanoes or a gentler family ride, everyone can find a route adapted to their level and desires.

And if you're unsure about a route, a level or equipment rental, don't hesitate to ask us for advice at the reception: we know the circuits well and the local partners, and we'll be happy to guide you :-)

Rent a mountain bike with or without electric assistance in Aydat

Our partner La Roue Verte offers mountain bikes for rent near the lake in Aydat. With or without electric assistance they will allow you to enjoy our paths whatever your level and physical condition! Louis will give you great advice on the paths to take depending on your expectations. It is also possible to rent a GPS from him with pre-recorded circuits.

For families, renting a baby seat or bike trailer is possible, as well as children's bikes.

La Roue Verte website in Aydat

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