The Gouffre d'Enfer

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The Gouffre d'Enfer

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The Gouffre d'Enfer

02:31

8.62km

240m

Hiking

This hike explores the Furan valley, the main source of water supply for Saint-Etienne.
The start of the hike takes a very steep path. The watercourse meanders to your right, and it is not uncommon for the humidity level to be very high. Consider bringing a warm jacket, especially if…

Last updated: June 12, 2024

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Parc naturel régional du Pilat

Waypoints

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690 m

Gouffre d'Enfer Dam

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The Gouffre d'Enfer dam was erected at the request of Napoleon III. It is one of the first “masonry arch weight” dams in Europe. If the name inspires little confidence, …

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5.52 km

Pas-du-Riot Dam

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Built in 5 years between 1873 and 1878, this dam was built to increase the water supply to the Gouffre d'Enfer dam. Built 3 years earlier it had become insufficient. A magnificent work to admire during your race.

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6.72 km

Aqueduct Path

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This path which runs along the Aqueduct is very bucolic. Particularly in autumn when orange leaves cover the ground.

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8.35 km

Gouffre d'Enfer Waterfall

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Immense and vertiginous waterfall, to see before going to the Gouffre dam.

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8.62 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.78 km

2.67 km

1.01 km

169 m

Surfaces

4.47 km

2.97 km

909 m

273 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 17 October

5°C

2°C

24 %

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Comments

March 8, 2025,Randonnée

Lots of wind but a bit of sun. Small picnic at the end of the Pas de Riot dam. Outing with Maryse and Lisa and Tango

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November 13, 2023

This hike explores the Furan valley, the main source of water supply for Saint-Etienne.
The start of the hike takes a very steep path. The watercourse meanders to your right, and it is not uncommon for the humidity level to be very high. Consider bringing a warm jacket, especially if you plan this hike

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