Taxi Clermont Airport → Aydat

Lac d'Aydat, Auvergne's largest natural lake at 65 hectares, is just 28 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport — making it the quickest nature destination accessible from any airport in the entire region. For travellers arriving by air at Clermont, the taxi transfer to Aydat guarantees starting their Auvergne stay in the most immediate and spectacular way: in under half an hour, you go from the air terminal to a volcanic lake surrounded by UNESCO World Heritage volcanoes. Your driver awaits you personally at the airport's single terminal with a name board. They track your flight in real time and adjust their presence to your actual landing time. Once you've collected your luggage, they settle you comfortably and set off for Aydat through the landscapes that have made Auvergne world-famous: first the Limagne plain, then the first volcanic reliefs with the Puy de Dôme as backdrop, and finally the descent to Lac d'Aydat whose turquoise waters suddenly appear in the Veyre valley hollow. This unique lake owes its existence to the Puy de la Vache, a Strombolian volcano that 8,600 years ago emitted a 15 km lava flow blocking the valley and creating a natural dam. This geological history, visible in the landscape itself, makes Aydat an exceptional site for discovering real-world volcanology. In summer, the lake offers a complete range of activities: supervised beach, kayaking, pedalos, stand-up paddling, sailing and fishing. The water sports centre on the north shore welcomes beginners and experienced alike. A few minutes' walk away, the Puy de la Vache and Puy de Lassolas trail offers an easy, spectacular volcanic hike with 360° views over the 80 volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys. The village of Aydat has varied accommodation: lakeside campsites, rural gîtes, B&Bs and holiday rentals. Lake-view terrace restaurants serve traditional Auvergne cuisine. The Thursday evening summer night market is a festive gathering with local producers, concerts and tastings.