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The Balconies of the Durance – Lake Serre-Ponçon loop from Chorges

Hard

105

riders

The Balconies of the Durance – Lake Serre-Ponçon loop from Chorges

08:15

117km

2,310m

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: March 11, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 116 km for 63 m

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Start point

Train Station

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3.96 km

Nice route to avoid traffic

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One of the many panoramic points with lake view.

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29.8 km

The Balconies of the Durance

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View of the very blue waters of the Durance from a pretty little hilly road.

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39.8 km

This village is located in a narrow passage formed by a geological lock at the entrance to Guillestrois. The Durance is boxed here between two mountain walls. A bridge was …

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42.2 km

Plan de Phazy hot springs

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Appreciated since Roman times, the sources of the Plan de Phazy will have to wait until the 19th century for the composition of the water to be analyzed.

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46.4 km

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6

58.7 km

Risoul

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Once you reach the top of this long climb you can enjoy the beauty of Risoul and its landscapes.

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101 km

View of Lake Serre-Ponçon

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Great view of the blue lake.

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104 km

Very nice to pass over this bridge but pay attention to the traffic.

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106 km

Lake Serre-Ponçon

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View of the Lac de Serre-Ponçon and its very blue waters. Created in 1959 thanks to the construction of a dam on the Durance, it is very popular!

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117 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

84.8 km

27.9 km

2.23 km

1.04 km

802 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

115 km

842 m

197 m

177 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,860 m)

Lowest point (770 m)

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