Lake Salagou – The Red Lands of Salagou loop from Rabejac

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Lake Salagou – The Red Lands of Salagou loop from Rabejac

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Lake Salagou – The Red Lands of Salagou loop from Rabejac

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27.2km

260m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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 25, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel régional des Grands Causses

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Start point

Bus stop

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5.81 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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13.7 km

By the vineyards

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Well rolling path. Made of 42 MM gravel.

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16.5 km

Lake Salagou

Highlight • Lake

The Lac du Salagou takes you into another world. Embedded by round hills and vineyards, the lake is relatively central in the Hérault department. The red earth always reminds me …

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20.3 km

Gué

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Be careful during floods.

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20.8 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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23.6 km

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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