📜 Located in the Dore mountains of Auvergne, Lac Pavin is a fascinating volcanic crater lake in central France.
🔍 It is meromictic, meaning its water layers don't mix.

Why Go

🌊 Perfectly round shape and striking blue-green waters
🌋 Unique geological properties and volcanic origin
👻 Rich local legends and mysterious atmosphere
🚶 Ideal for nature walks and picnics in dense forests

Why Avoid

🚫 Swimming is forbidden

Tips

🚗 About an hour's drive from Clermont-Ferrand.