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in Orcival

Le lac de Servières

The tour of Lake Servières, a volcanic maar at an altitude of 1 m, is ideal for a moment of relaxation with the family, to take a break or a picnic by the lake (swimming and fires prohibited). The landscapes are conducive to contemplation.
Tips and Suggestions

– Lake Servières, of volcanic origin, is located at an altitude of 1 meters, it is the mother branch of the Sioule which originates here. It forms a circular sheet 202 m deep and covers 26,5 ha; its surroundings are made up of pine, spruce woods and pastures. Swimming is prohibited (grazing animals coming to bathe there). Its very pure and very clear waters make it one of the favorite landmarks of fishermen in the department (volcanic crater lake).
– Panorama of the Dore Mountains.

Topo / step by step

1/ From the start sign, take the path on the right.

2/ At the crow's feet, go left. Then, ignore all the paths on the left and follow the lake. Cross two stepladders.

3/ At the protection barriers, leave the peat bog on the right (information panel). Continue along the lakeside.

4/ At the end of the loop, turn left and return to the start.

Route details

Orcival
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Description

Departure – From the departure sign, take the path on the right.
At the crow's feet, go left. Then, ignore all the paths on the left and follow the lake. Cross two stepladders. At the protection barriers, leave the peat bog on the right (information panel). Continue along the lakeside. At the end of the loop, turn left and return to the start.
Pedestrian sportsHiking route
DifficultyEasy-to-useDuration00hElevation28 D +Distance2,0 kmMax Altitude1220m
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