Elevation gain | 500 foots |
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Why choose a trail at Lac de Saint-Guérin?
The Lac de Saint-Guérin form a set of three lakes located in the department of Ain, in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. These lakes, which are ponds, are surrounded by forests and meadows. They are part of the Haut-Jura Regional Nature Park.
The largest lake is Lake Saint-Guérin. It is 1.5 km long and 500 m wide and its maximum depth is 9 m. Lake Petit-Saint-Guérin is 800 m long by 400 m wide and has a maximum depth of 5 m. Lac Gros-Saint-Guérin is 300 m long by 200 m wide and has a maximum depth of 2.5 m.
Lake Saint-Guérin is fed by water from the Grand-Morin stream. These waters come from the Jura glaciers. Petit-Saint-Guérin and Gros-Saint-Guérin lakes are fed by water from the Petit-Morin stream. These waters come from the surrounding meadows and forests.
Lake Saint-Guérin is a favorite place for fishing. Carp, pike, perch, and pike-perch are found here, among other species. Lake Petit-Saint-Guérin is also a great place to fish. You can find trout, bleak and roach. Lake Gros-Saint-Guérin is not open to fishing.
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Starting Point
The start of the Saint-Guérin Lake trails is located in Saint-Guérin, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. To get there, take the D1075 towards Saint-Étienne-de-Cuines and continue on the D526 towards Saint-Guérin. The trailhead is on the right, after the bridge.
Why visit Lac de Saint-Guérin
Lake Saint-Guérin is located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It is surrounded by mountains and offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape. It is ideal for walking, canoeing, kayaking and swimming. The area is also rich in history and culture, making Lac de Saint-Guérin a must-see place to visit.
Things not to be missed
The activities to do around Saint-Guérin Lake are numerous! You can go canoeing, kayaking, sailing or even fishing. If you prefer more land-based activities, you can go hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding. Finally, if you want to enjoy the scenery and the calm, there is nothing better than walking around the lake!
The activities to do around the Lake of Saint-Guérin are numerous. In particular, you can go canoeing, kayaking or fishing. If you prefer more land-based activities, you can go hiking or mountain biking. Finally, if you want to enjoy the lake and its tranquility, you can settle on one of the beaches and sunbathe or have a little swim.
Where to eat?
1. Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
2. Lake Saint-Guérin
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