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Castillon Dam – Castellane loop from Saint-André les Alpes

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Castellane

Saint-André-Les-Alpes

Castillon Dam – Castellane loop from Saint-André les Alpes

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Castillon Dam – Castellane loop from Saint-André les Alpes

04:33

70.4km

950m

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: June 19, 2026

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Parc naturel régional du Verdon

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Start point

Train Station

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4.45 km

Lake Castillon

Highlight • Lake

Lake Castillon results from a water reservoir at the Cheiron hill. When the dam was installed, water engulfed the village of Castillon and the Saint-Julien bridge.

This lake with azure waters is perfect for cooling off.

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8.03 km

Saint-Julien-du-Verdon

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Small place on the Verdon and the Lac de Castillon.
More information: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint-Julien-du-Verdon and de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lac_de_Castillon

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9.28 km

Viewpoint

14.7 km

Castillon Dam

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The Castillon dam was commissioned in 1948. With its 95 meters high and 200 meters wide, it is rather imposing! It also offers a great view of the Verdon.

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17.2 km

Col de Cheiron

Mountain Pass

21.1 km

Castellane

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Castellane is a superb town located on the edge of the Verdon, 724 meters above sea level. It is dominated by the Roc, a huge rocky outcrop around which the …

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23.8 km

Along the Verdon

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

The Gorges du Verdon, whose source is near the Col d'Allos, one of the highest passes in France, extend over approximately 100 km. You can enjoy the view from above or walk down to the water's edge.

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33.3 km

Verdon Gorge

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Good physical condition
And plenty of time

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33.5 km

Pont de Soleils

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Beautiful bridge over the Verdon, D955 towards Trigance.

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35.6 km

Pont de Carajuan

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The Carajuan bridge allows you to observe the confluence of the Verdon and the Jabron. The decor is splendid!

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70.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.5 km

16.6 km

2.25 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

69.2 km

466 m

413 m

378 m

Elevation

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Highest point (920 m)

Lowest point (640 m)

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Sunday 12 July

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Lake Castillon

Saint-Julien-du-Verdon

Castillon Dam

Castellane

Along the Verdon

Verdon Gorge

Pont de Soleils

Pont de Carajuan

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