Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 28, 2026

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1.46 km

Route along the Mère River in the Mervent-Vouvant Forest

Highlight • River

Pretty shaded road which crosses the national forest of Mervent-Vouvant. It runs alongside then crosses the Mother which brings a welcome freshness in summer.

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12.5 km

Lake view

Highlight • Lake

The Vendée is backed by its dam and these beautifully framed photos are available to you during your hikes on its banks.

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14.7 km

Mervent Dam

Highlight • Lake

Both a place of natural beauty and a lair of James Bond villains, this place is nothing short of spectacular.

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19.2 km

Pont de Diet

Highlight • Bridge

20.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.06 km

7.49 km

1.84 km

1.46 km

404 m

121 m

Surfaces

7.40 km

6.98 km

2.58 km

1.42 km

1.07 km

502 m

429 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 12 March

13°C

5°C

98 %

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Lake view

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Pont de Diet

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