The Guéry trail (shortcut)

Orcival

Dogs allowed

Distance 2.7Km

Duration 1h30

Hiking route BOUCLE

Marking Blue

In pictures

Route description

Lac de Guéry is the highest lake in Auvergne (1250 m). The surrounding mountains are wild and unspoilt : this area is made up of mountain pastures, offering families the chance to explore beech forests and waterfalls cascading over basalt organs.

Start – From the gate next to the “Orcival, Guéry” cross-country ski center, take the first path on the left down to Lac de Guéry.

1 – Turn right and walk along the pontoon at the end of the lake (view of the lake and Sancy). Continue along the(…)

Trail highlights

– Lac du Guéry, waterfall, viewpoints.
– View of the Sancy massif and the Chaîne des Puys.
– Heath and fir woods.
– Guéry state forest

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Opening hours

From 01/01 to 31/12 daily.

Comfort, facilities and services

  • Pets welcome

Additional information

For your own safety, always take a bottle of water, a hat, warm clothing and footwear suitable for walking.
Depending on weather conditions, certain itineraries are not recommended in bad weather (fog) or are not practicable, or even forbidden, during the winter season.
Some sites are fragile, so stay on the marked trails. Avoid picking wild flowers and disturbing wildlife. Pick up your garbage.
Animals are not allowed on some routes.

Dogs allowed Dogs must be kept on a leash due to the presence of herds.

Environment

Forest location, Mountain location

Access

From Le Mont-Dore take the D986 towards Clermont-Ferrand, then left on the D983 to the Col de Guéry. Parking at the pass.

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Updated on 1 April 2026 by Office de Tourisme Auvergne VolcanSancy