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Town of Mourèze – The Red Lands of Salagou loop from Saint-Jean-de-la-Blaquière

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Saint-Jean-De-La-Blaquière

Town of Mourèze – The Red Lands of Salagou loop from Saint-Jean-de-la-Blaquière

Hard

4.0

(7)

39

riders

Town of Mourèze – The Red Lands of Salagou loop from Saint-Jean-de-la-Blaquière

02:52

44.7km

600m

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: August 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel régional des Grands Causses

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

5.30 km

La Lergue

Highlight • Other

2

7.57 km

Stream in the Red Cliffs

Highlight • River

3

8.42 km

Salagou Dam

Highlight • Monument

The Salagou dam is relatively recent (construction and impoundment between 1964 and 1971) and it regulates the flow of the Salagou River and creates a reservoir for irrigation. As with …

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4

20.7 km

Cirque of Mourèze

Highlight • Gorge

gorgeous scenery

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5

20.8 km

Town of Mourèze

Highlight • Settlement

Original idyllic village. Parking for the migration of Cirque available.

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6

27.4 km

Gué

Highlight • Other

Be careful during floods.

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7

27.9 km

The Red Lands of Salagou

Highlight • Natural

This beautiful gravel path winds through the red earth of Lac du Salagou.

It is the iron oxide present in the rock that gives clay and sandstone this particular red color.

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30.7 km

Lake Salagou

Highlight • Lake

Located in the heart of Hérault, Lake Salagou transports you to Mars. The ocher color of these lands is unlike any other. The contrast of the water and the landscapes is sublime. It is the largest lake in the department.

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44.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.3 km

1.77 km

868 m

727 m

Surfaces

42.2 km

2.18 km

267 m

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