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Rianne
November 12, 2025
Hiking
You hear it before you see it: the water rushing past the rocks far below.
The dam itself isn't a thing of beauty, but the contrast with the still lake above is precisely what makes it special.
The dam itself isn't a thing of beauty, but the contrast with the still lake above is precisely what makes it special.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near The barrage
4.6
(21)
153
hikers
13.1km
03:30
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
4.0
(2)
21
hikers
19.6km
05:21
290m
290m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Hard
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Elevation 330 m
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Location: Sidiailles, Saint-Amand-Montrond, Centre-Val de Loire, France