Stage 8 of the GR®30 is part of the Tour des Lacs d’Auvergne, offering stunning views and the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the region. The eighth stage of the GR®30 takes you from the charming village of Saint-Genès-Champespe to the hamlet of Chareire, passing by the magnificent Landie and Chauvet lakes, as well as through enchanting forests. We leave stage 7 of the GR®30 between Eglineuve d’Entraigues and Saint Genest en Champespe to admire the magnificent western slope of the Massif du Sancy.
GR®30 - from Saint Genest en Champespe to Lac Chauvet
One of the highlights of this route is Lac Chauvet, nestled in a crater and almost perfectly round. This picturesque lake provides an ideal foreground for photography enthusiasts and offers a fascinating view of the Sancy massif, adding to the charm of the trip.
GR®30 - from Lac Chauvet to Chareire
Continuing the GR®30 towards Picherande, you will encounter the magnificent Gayme lake and peat bog, enriching the experience of diverse natural landscapes. After a few more kilometers, you will reach the hamlet of Chareire, a well-deserved stop nestled at the foot of the Sancy massif, marking the end of this stage of the trail.
The GR®30 adventure is soon coming to an end, with stage 9 from Chareire to La Bourboule, the starting point of a nine-stage hike in the heart of the Monts Dome and Monts Dore, with its majestic volcanoes and lakes breathtaking. This route through the GR®30 Tour des Lacs d'Auvergne is an ideal way to immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the Monts Dome and Monts Dore and create memories of the Parc Naturel Regional des Volcans d'Auvergne that will last a lifetime. life.
