Chaumard brings together Lac de Pannecière and opportunities for cycling, walking and cultural interests. The village is one of the lake’s four lakeside communities. Lac de Pannecière is Burgundy’s largest lake and stretches for 7.5 kilometres through a landscape of wooded hills. This places the village’s connection to the water alongside a broader landscape setting. When choosing a place to stay, you can complement this setting with specific routes and an architectural theme in the village.

Lac de Pannecière

Fishing and walking are among the ways to enjoy Lac de Pannecière. These offer two different activities in the same landscape: fishing focuses on using the lake, while walking is about exploring on foot. In summer, guided tours of the lake and dam are available. They complement activities by the water with a guided perspective on the lake and dam. If you would like to include a tour in your trip, plan it for summer and check the latest dates in advance. This lets you take the seasonal tour into account when choosing your travel dates.

Cycling and walking routes

The moderately difficult 21.5-kilometre “Boucle de Chaumard” cycling loop starts and ends in the centre of Chaumard. Its details answer different planning questions: the distance indicates the route’s length, the rating gives its difficulty, and its circular layout brings you back to where you started. The “Les rives du petit lac de Pannecière” walking trail passes through Chaumard. The two routes therefore differ both in how you travel and in their stated layouts: the cycling loop starts and ends in the centre, while the walking trail passes through the village. If you want to choose a route with a fixed start and end point, the cycling loop is clearly defined. If you would rather travel on foot, the named walking trail passes through Chaumard. This lets you make your choice based on two specific questions: Would you like a moderately difficult cycling loop of known length, or are you interested in a walking trail that passes through the village?

The Church of Saint-Pierre

The parish church of Saint-Pierre is dedicated to Saint Peter and features predominantly Romanesque architectural elements. It also has a bell tower and a portal with a small canopy. These details highlight different aspects of the building: its dedication establishes its religious connection, while its Romanesque features define its architectural character. The bell tower is part of the structure, while the small canopy draws attention to the portal. If you would like to include architecture in your travel plans as well as the lake and its routes, Saint-Pierre offers a distinct cultural point of interest. The church thus complements the landscape and route themes with a clearly defined building.

Discover more destinations: Lavault-De-Frétoy, Sougy-Sur-Loire, Colméry, Saint-André-En-Morvan, Arbourse, Anthien, Tazilly, Raveau.

For the regional travel guide: Nièvre.