With the family at Lac de Guéry for the afternoon? The Center Montagnard Cap Guéry is open on weekends in May, June and September and every day in summer. An opportunity to take a breath of fresh air around the highest lake in Auvergne. Walks, games, panoramas, discoveries will be on the program for this family afternoon. Discover our suggestions for enjoying this moment with your family.
Terra Alta, a fun trail for children at Lac de Guéry
If there is one trail to do with children at Lac de Guéry, it is the Terra Alta.
This trail offers families the opportunity to discover the fauna, flora and landscapes while having fun.
Allow between 45 minutes and 2 hours for the visit.
Terra Alta prices
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Guéry Lake, a Sensitive Natural Area
The highest lake in Auvergne (1244 m above sea level), Lac de Guéry is accessible all year round on foot or on snowshoes, departing from the Col de Guéry car park.
Near rocks Tuilière and Sanadoire, this lake of 25 hectares and 16 meters deep, is a classified site and labeled Sensitive Natural Area. It is located at the convergence of several municipalities (Orcival, Mont-Dore, Saulzet-le-Froid and Perpezat).
Activities at Lake Guéry
- From spring, Lake Guéry lends itself particularly well to family outings. Marked circuits, from 20 minutes to 4h30, leave from Cap Guéry Mountain Center. All these circuits also allow you to discover the Guéry waterfall.
- You can go around the lake of Guéry (fitted out). But be careful, part of the trail goes through the road.
- In addition, 3 circuits are marked specifically for rides on an electric scooter (from 12 years old). Electric scooter rental at the Center Montagnard Cap Guéry.
- Climbing and fishing are other activity ideas.
Picnic and family afternoon at Lac de Guéry
In addition, a kota grill (traditional shelter of the Sami people in Lapland) is available to the public. You can cook your meat on the grill (during the opening hours of the Cap Guéry Mountain Center). The kota grill can also be privatized for a family barbecue evening, on Reservations.
Nature events
At Lac de Guéry, you will have the opportunity to participate in many nature activities. They are intended for everyone and more specifically for families. Remember to book your entertainment.
fishing at Lake Guéry
Fishing is another possible activity to enjoy as a family during your afternoon at Lake Guéry. It is authorized from the 1st Saturday of April. To do this, bring the equipment, remember to buy your fishing license and the fishing option at Lake Guéry (sale of fishing licenses on site when the Center is open). You can fish in the highest lake in Auvergne. In summer, fishing initiations are offered.
Admission fees
| Admission fees | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Adult |
53 € | - |
| Adolescent |
19 € | - |
| Day pass |
7,50 € | - |
| Weekly pass |
27 € | - |
| Discovery card -12 years old |
2 € | - |
Reception office and shop
During the openings of the Center Montagnard, our team will share its best advice with you to take full advantage of this unique site.
Also find in our shop: souvenirs, maps and hiking topos, products from our local artisans...
Opening times
| Opening hours from December 21, 2024 to January 05, 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | Open from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m. |
| Thursday | Open from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m. |
| Friday | Open from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m. |
| Saturday | Open from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m. |
| Sunday | Open from 10 a.m. to 13 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m. |
sleep in a cabin at Lac de Guéry
Why not extend your family afternoon at Lac de Guéry by sharing an unforgettable experience? The Center Montagnard Cap Guéry offers you to spend one or more nights in its unusual accommodation: cabin or lodge tent.
The webcams
To put the odds on your side and have a great family afternoon at Lake Guéry, consider checking the webcams.
Access
Lac de Guéry is 8 km from the village of Orcival, on the road leading to Mont-Dore and the Col du Guéry (D 983).
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