Things to do in Aydat

Activities, attractions and tours

Aydat (Puy-de-Dôme) Le massif du Sancy vu depuis la Route des Puys d'Aydat (D 90).
Aydat (Puy-de-Dôme) Le massif du Sancy vu depuis la Route des Puys d'Aydat (D 90).
Aydat (Puy-de-Dôme) Lac d'Aydat. Le lac d'Aydat est le plus grand lac naturel d'Auvergne (65 ha). Le lac provient de la retenue de la rivière de la Veyre par une coulée de lave (La cheire* d'Aydat). La cheire d'Aydat est en réalité le résultat de deux coulées, l'une issue du Puys de la Vache et l'autre du Puys de Lassolas. La datation de fragments de bois calciné retrouvés sous la lave donne un âge d'environ 7700 ans à cette coulée commune. Cheire ou cheyre : champ de lave rugueux. Aydat (Puy-de-Dôme) Lake Aydat. Aydat Lake is the largest natural lake in Auvergne (65 ha). The lake comes from retaining the River Veyre by a lava flow (* The cheire Aydat). The cheire Aydat is actually the result of two lava flows, one end of the Puy de la Vache and the other Puys Lassolas. The dating of calcined wood fragments found under the lava gives an age of about 7700 years this common casting. Cheire or Cheyre: rough lava field.
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What to do in Aydat

Frequently asked questions

Is Aydat worth visiting?
Aydat has an interesting mix of attractions, local charm and culture. Whether you're into history, the outdoors or local cuisine, there's plenty you'll enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in Aydat?
When you've checked off key attractions like Puy de Dome and Château de Murol, spend the rest of your day discovering Aydat's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Aydat?
Don't leave without exploring Puy de Dome, ranked the top tourist attraction in Aydat.
Is three days enough to stay in Aydat?
You can easily enjoy leading sights like Château de Murol, Site Troglodyte de Jonas and The Caves of Cornadore with a three-day break in Aydat. On average, most travellers plan three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so linger longer and venture to Clermont-Ferrand.
What are some activities to do in Aydat with kids?
If you're searching for sights and activities for all ages, here are some excellent ideas for what to do in Aydat with kids.

What to do in Aydat for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Aydat, with experiences for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at La Maison du Fromage or Gergovia Museum.
Are there free things to do in Aydat?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in Aydat is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. La Maison du Fromage is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.