Closed for information from 16/05/2019
Bed and breakfast accommodation and table d'hôte meals on the shores of Lake Vassivière.
La Pourvoirie du Lac: 9 Rue des Bruyères, Nergout, 87120 Beaumont du Lac
Route around Lake Vassivière
This two-stage route of 2 x 18 km will take you on a journey of discovery around one of the largest artificial lakes in France.
You can expect to see mid-mountain landscapes, varied vegetation including fir forests, moors and peat bogs, and wild flora and fauna on this tour of Lake Vassivière, commonly known as "Little Canada".
The highlight of the route: a stopover at the Pourvoirie du Lac stopover lodge (accommodation, breakfast and dinner with a panoramic view of the lake).
Details
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 37.93 km -
Average duration: 2 days -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 390 m -
Descent: - 392 m -
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Highest point: 740 m -
Lowest point: 648 m
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Country:
France
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Area: Massif central -
District:
Royère-de-Vassivière (23460) -
Start/End: N 45.813241° / E 1.850581° -
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Stages of the route
This route needs several days, find the details below:
Notes
Worth a visit
Water supply in Broussas and Vauveix.
Reviews and comments
4.6 / 5
Based on 11 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
4.6 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.6 / 5
4.6 / 5
Route interest
4.7 / 5
4.7 / 5
leonard
Overall rating : 4.7 / 5
Date of your route : Sep 05, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes
We were very happy with this hike, which we did in two days, but in the opposite direction to the description, for accommodation reasons, as the lodge indicated was not available. We parked our motorhome at Broussas beach and spent the night at the campsite in Auphelle. Excellent memories, magnificent landscapes.
On 8 September, we also did the circular hike Boucle de la Creuse Fresselines-Crozant
. Excellent memories in every way!
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Vincent Keller
Overall rating : 5 / 5
Date of your route : Aug 16, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes
I did this mountain bike ride (muscular) with all the variations, it's a treat in a very well-maintained (not too much) and protected site. Swimming during the ride, it's a dream.
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sepe
Overall rating : 4 / 5
Date of your route : Aug 03, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No
A few years ago, I suggested to the union's management that they lay down a strip of rot-proof plastic carpet on each footbridge to prevent falls (by cyclists or pedestrians).During periods of rain or freezing temperatures, these footbridges become extremely slippery and therefore dangerous. To date, nothing has been done, but we have noticed that since the Tour de France passed through twice, those in charge have decided that there is no point in continuing to promote this site. It is important to listen to and take on board comments, especially when they involve little expense.
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JOSSEM
Overall rating : 4.3 / 5
Date of your route : May 23, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No
SUPERB SITE
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Johnny Dynamite
Overall rating : 5 / 5
Date of your route : Sep 16, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Great hike, magnificent scenery
Thanks to the author
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MEV3N
Hello,
Now that the Outfitter's refuge is closed, do you have any other recommendations?
Thank you. 
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lph29
Overall rating : 5 / 5
Date of your route : May 16, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
FOR YOUR INFORMATION: the lake outfitter, guest house and stopover lodge for a well-deserved dinner and rest/accommodation
is for sale and therefore closed
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lph29
Overall rating : 5 / 5
Date of your route : May 16, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
I completed both stages (43 km) in one day.
1: From the Vassivière Dam to Nergout
2: Nergout - Vassivière Dam
Leaving at 7:30 a.m., returning to Auphelle at 5:30 p.m., vehicle left in the car park opposite the tourist office (less isolated)
A beautiful walk, mostly in the shade
A small change on the Vassivière peninsula with a complete tour along the banks (a little longer but very pleasant).
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rose des sable
We haven't done it yet, a bit lost with the maps, they're not very detailed, which is a shame as it makes it a bit difficult to navigate.
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Sachabenoit87
Overall rating : 4.7 / 5
Date of your route : Oct 22, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
A beautiful hike around the lake with a stop at a campsite (please note that sleeping by the lake is prohibited as it is a protected site), with beautiful ascents and descents and varied landscapes. It is moderately difficult and takes you from Haute-Vienne to Creuse. However, please note that if you plan to stay at the campsite, they no longer accept credit cards.
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greg 19
Overall rating : 5 / 5
Date of your route : Apr 26, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Route taken on 7 and 8 April, camping by the lake... very pleasant route... THANK YOU
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maytraud
Overall rating : 4.3 / 5
Date of your route : Nov 05, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
An interesting hike due to the varied landscapes.
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batireve
Overall rating : 4 / 5
Date of your route : Aug 29, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
The cycle route covers Poulydor, i.e. 24 km completed in 1 hour by mountain bike on the long route with the island of Vassivière, i.e. 36 km in 3 hours 30 minutes. Average level throughout the route. I recommend heading north as there are three difficult sections of the route over the 9 km between AUPHELLE and Madrangeas.
JP19
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