This lock was once part of the Canal de la Sauldre. Water from the Étang du Puits was regulated here to allow ships to pass and maintain the canal's water level. Now it's simply a beautiful spot to pause for a moment...

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Camille Serré

September 20, 2023

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One of the 22 locks of the Canal de la Sauldre. The Etang du Puits, with an area of 180 hectares, served as a buffer reservoir for the canal in order to supplement it with water when the Sauldre was not enough to supply it.

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1. Étang du Puits Loop

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Hike the moderate 10.3-mile Loop of the Pond of Puits and the Canal of the Sauldre — Sologne, exploring forests, a historic canal, and a ric

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2. Puits Lock – Étang du Puits loop from Étang du Puits

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Puits Lock – Étang du Puits loop from Étang du Puits

12.1km

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 170 m

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Saturday 21 March

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Location: Argent-Sur-Sauldre, Vierzon, Centre-Val de Loire, France

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