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Lake du Verdon – Lake Ribou loop from Mazières-en-Mauges

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Pays de la Loire

Lake du Verdon – Lake Ribou loop from Mazières-en-Mauges

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Lake du Verdon – Lake Ribou loop from Mazières-en-Mauges

03:25

29.0km

140m

Running

Hard run. 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: April 11, 2026

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2.34 km

Ribou Dam

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The Ribou Dam is a dam which forms a lake on the Moine River. The Barrage de Ribou is located near the town of Cholet and is a popular destination for locals and tourists, particularly during the summer months. You can enjoy the beauty of nature and the tranquility of water in this charming place.

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2.49 km

Pebbles

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22.0 km

Lac du Verdon

Lake

22.9 km

Lake du Verdon

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Lac du Verdon is an artificial lake created by a dam on the Moine. It extends over 220 hectares and offers a variety of landscapes, from bocage to forest to plain. You can circle the lake on a path of around 18 km, or take a shorter route that connects the lake to Lac de Ribou. Along the way, you will be able to appreciate the richness of the flora and fauna of the region, in particular the birds which find refuge in this nature reserve. Lac du Verdon is the ideal place to escape the city and immerse yourself in nature.

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24.2 km

Verdon Lake Dam

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The dam was built in 1977 and completed in 1979. It is owned by the town of Cholet, and its main purpose is to provide drinking water and irrigation to the region. The dam is made up of two parts: a curved rock dike on the upstream side, and a core reinforced with six concrete arches. The dam is 27 meters high and approximately 800 meters long. The dam has a capacity of 14 million cubic meters of water.

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26.1 km

Lake Ribou

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Lac Ribou is a beautiful lake where you can admire the view of the water and the surrounding forest. The trail is moderately difficult, with some elevation gain and varied terrain. It is open all year round and is suitable for dogs on a leash.

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27.6 km

Viewpoint

29.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.1 km

5.62 km

1.94 km

947 m

414 m

Surfaces

20.0 km

3.38 km

2.63 km

2.03 km

1.02 km

Elevation

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Lake du Verdon – Lake Ribou loop from Mazières-en-Mauges

Ribou Dam

Pebbles

Lake du Verdon

Verdon Lake Dam

Lake Ribou

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