May Hike By Freetime
📍 PUY-DE-DÔME (63) - AUVERGNE
EXPEDITION MAY 2026: LAC PAVIN & LE PUY DE MONTCHAL
7.50 kmDistance
03:30 hWalking time
260 mElevation gain
1. The Itinerary
A hike that's a bit tough on the legs but rewards every effort with an incredible view. We start with a loop around Lac Pavin before tackling the climb under the beech forest.
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2. The Unusual Place: Puy de Montchal
Culminating at 1407m, the Puy de Montchal is the youngest volcano in mainland France. The panorama of the Pavin crater from this point is unique in the world.
#FreetimeChallengeMai
📸 TAKE UP THE CHALLENGE
Take a photo of yourself at the summit of Puy de Montchal with your Freetime gear.
Post on Instagram with the hashtag and tag @Freetimeoutdoor to receive your May surprise!