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

Moderate

3.0

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24

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

03:28

12.8km

170m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 8.75 km for 62 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.31 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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3.62 km

La Durance

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3

3.93 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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5.49 km

Lac de Serre-Ponçon

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6.67 km

Beautiful, famous town that has hosted the Tour de France several times.

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8.55 km

Embrun

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8.77 km

Beautiful 12th century Cathedral. Next to it stands the Torre Bruna, also from the 12th century.

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8.95 km

Embrun Old Town

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A nice place to visit

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12.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.41 km

3.45 km

2.50 km

1.18 km

266 m

Surfaces

5.54 km

2.23 km

2.12 km

1.32 km

1.32 km

245 m

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Highest point (870 m)

Lowest point (780 m)

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Friday 9 October

14°C

2°C

14 %

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