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Walk around the lake of Gérardmer

A walk without any difficulty around the lake of Gérardmer in the Vosges mountains.

Gérardmer is a touristic town located in the Vosges mountains. The proposed walk is very simple as it goes around the lake of Gérardmer. There is no problem of access by car because the lake is located next to the city center. The distance is 6,5 kms. The lake is an entirely natural lake as it was carved out by glaciers during an ice age. Gérardmer can be visited in any season as it also offers winter activities with ski resorts nearby. In summer you can enjoy swimming in the lake and all the water activities (sailing, canoeing, boating...). There are many possibilities to walk from Gérardmer. Do not hesitate to visit this beautiful region.

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Difficulty: difficulty
Duration: 2 h.
Departure point (Google Maps)

Start of the walk

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Start of the walk
It is the closest place to the city and the most animated with hotels and restaurants. You can also rent pedal boats.

Lakefront

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Lakefront
The shores of Lac de Gérardmer offer a peaceful and enchanting setting in which to relax and enjoy nature. Surrounded by the mountains of the Vosges, this clear-water lake is a real natural gem.

Nautical base

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Nautical base
There's no shortage of activities on the shores of Lac de Gérardmer. You can pedal boat, kayak or even swim in the calm waters of the lake during the summer months. Fishing enthusiasts can also cast their line and try to catch a few fish.

The lake

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The lake
The waters of the lake are very clear and invite you to swim. There are equipped beaches.

The forest

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The forest
The lake is bordered by forest. For the more adventurous, there are hiking trails that wind through the surrounding woods, offering spectacular views of the lake and surrounding mountains.

Vosgian Chalet

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Vosgian Chalet
The lake is beautiful and is a sought-after vacation spot.

Path along the lake.

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Path along the lake.
The hike is mostly on a footpath along the lake.

Back

The return journey is on a footpath that runs alongside the road.

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