What to do when it’s very hot around the campsite in Aydat?
Florian Meyer • January 14, 2024
The thermometer sometimes climbs very high during the day at the campsite in Aydat (even if the nights are always cool!). You must then adapt your program and activities to make the most of them. Shaded hikes, cool activities... Here are some ideas around the campsite before cooling off at the swimming pool.
- Shaded hikes. Several hiking trails are well suited to very hot days thanks to the shade offered by the undergrowth. Among the easiest hikes (from 3 years old), the tour of Lake Pavin, the Puy de Vichatel or the Queureuilh and Rossignolet waterfalls are recommended. Slightly longer and shaded hikes are also possible as the Dent du Marais loop in Murol
(2h15), the three waterfalls of the Chaudefour valley
(3h) or the Roches Tuillières and Sanadoire loop (3h).
Remember to take water, there are generally no refueling points on the paths.
Remember to take water, there are generally no refueling points on the paths.
- Hiking near the water . On hot days it is also pleasant to hike along a stream and have a picnic stop in the cool. The Gorges de la Monne (15 minutes from the campsite) are ideal for this type of getaway, the walk lasts 2 hours and it is possible to stop and play at the water's edge without difficulty.
Be careful though, the end of the return path is not very shaded. Another possibility: the Chiloza waterfalls , a 2-hour walk near Besse which leads to the edge of multiple small waterfalls where children can play, build dams, make boats... Possibility of shortening the walk by doing a round trip to avoid the somewhat long second part of the loop.
Be careful though, the end of the return path is not very shaded. Another possibility: the Chiloza waterfalls , a 2-hour walk near Besse which leads to the edge of multiple small waterfalls where children can play, build dams, make boats... Possibility of shortening the walk by doing a round trip to avoid the somewhat long second part of the loop.
- Swimming at the lake . Although many lakes are close to the campsite, only Lake Aydat and Lake Chambon are allowed for swimming . It is even monitored there during the summer on the developed beaches. It is also possible to rent pedal boats, canoes, paddles... In July and August, we advise you to go there in the morning to enjoy the calm.
- Adventures at the Forêts des Arboris
(5 minutes from the campsite). This eco-citizen leisure park is located in the Aydat forest and offers activities suitable for all ages : treasure hunt for the little ones, game experiences (a sort of escape game in the countryside) or laser wood (laser game in the woods) for older children and adults. We then enjoy the freshness of the forest and the refreshment bar with its local drinks. The adventure also continues into the evening with Auvergne legends that come to life between land art and incredible light shows. We recommend +++
- Visit the Volvic stone cave
(35 minutes from the campsite).
Freshness guaranteed in this old quarry from which Volvic stone was extracted, this dark volcanic rock found on many buildings including the Clermont-Ferrand cathedral. We also discover the daily life of the workers who worked there as well as the works made from this stone. Information on the Volvic stone cave site.
Freshness guaranteed in this old quarry from which Volvic stone was extracted, this dark volcanic rock found on many buildings including the Clermont-Ferrand cathedral. We also discover the daily life of the workers who worked there as well as the works made from this stone. Information on the Volvic stone cave site.
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