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Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur
Provence
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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Crots

Lake Serre-Ponçon – View of the Durance River loop from Crots

Hard

37

riders

Lake Serre-Ponçon – View of the Durance River loop from Crots

01:45

22.3km

490m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc national des Écrins (aire d’adhésion)

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.86 km

Picomtal Castle

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2

3.56 km

Ornithological observatory

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3

3.75 km

Lake Serre-Ponçon

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Lake Serre-Ponçon, located on the border between the departments of Hautes-Alpes and Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, is the largest artificial lake in mainland France and the second largest in Europe. Created by a …

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4.93 km

View of the Durance River

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From here we enjoy a breathtaking view of the Durance and its turquoise water. If you have a moment, I encourage you to put your feet in the water before continuing your adventure!

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5

11.7 km

Great views over the lake

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Beautiful round bends with Lac de Serre-Ponçon in the background.

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6

12.1 km

Fountain

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7

12.2 km

Public Toilets and Water Point

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Public toilets, with water point, in this small public family park.
There is also another fountain a little further in the village.

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16.8 km

Embrun Lake

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Walk along the Embrun lake. It is a very popular place for families and offers a range of water activities.

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22.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.75 km

4.33 km

4.10 km

1.48 km

1.44 km

1.25 km

Surfaces

15.1 km

2.99 km

2.00 km

1.94 km

366 m

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Highest point (1,160 m)

Lowest point (780 m)

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Thursday 9 July

32°C

19°C

81 %

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