By Vicky · Published Sep. 23rd, 2025
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This lovely, diverse walk leads along the shoreline of Lac de Vassivière, then heads up through scenic heather to a great viewpoint.
Location
This walk through the countryside starts from a small car park on the edge of Lac de Vassivière.
Tips
- The shoreline by the car park makes a great place for a picnic and paddle.
- If you want to go swimming afterwards, the Plage de Broussas or the Plage d’Auphelle are both great options.
- For more hikes and guides, check out our France Walking and Hiking page.
Lac de Vassivière Countryside Walking Route
From the car park, walk down to the edge of the lake. Turn left along the nice, flat trail. In about 400 metres, take the walking path up to the left. This leads upwards and crosses the road around the lake before continuing up on the other side.
The trees and the heather begins. After some climb, you’ll reach the high point of the walk by Lac de Vassivière. There’s a viewpoint here with explanation boards (in French) about the different landscapes that you pass through on this walk.
After admiring the views, continue on the path, which now contours along the hillside, passing through lots of heather. The route begins to head downwards through some woodlands before reaching some flatter, open landscape at the bottom. Bending along the edge of some trees, the path then continues into the woods and over a couple of small stone bridges across streams.
The path soon leads over the road again and down to the edge of Lac de Vassivière on the other side. Turn left and you’ll soon be just below the car park where you started. Have a paddle, or sit and admire the views before you leave.
For more hikes and guides, check out our France Walking and Hiking page.
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