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Serre-Ponçon Dam

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Serre-Ponçon Dam

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Serre-Ponçon Dam

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Location: Rousset, Gap, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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Julien Harté

April 26, 2024

Mountain biking

The desire to establish a dam to tame the tumultuous waters of the Durance dates back to the 19th century. The creation of the lake marked the beginning of significant economic and tourism growth for the region. The site has quickly become an essential tourism destination in the Southern Alps. This work therefore makes Serre-Ponçon one of the largest artificial lakes in France and one of the largest earthen dams in Europe.

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Scotty C

November 5, 2023

Road cycling

Constructed over six years and completed in 1961, the barrage flooded two villages - Savines and Ubaye. Climbing up past the barrage, you can see just how it as built to almost blend into its surroundings.

iCycle

June 28, 2017

Mountain biking

The observation deck of the reservoir is slightly elevated above the accumulated dam.

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Boscodon Abbey – Serre-Ponçon Dam loop from Pontis

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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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