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Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur
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Lac de Chaudanne – Castillon Dam loop from La Lagne

Hard

4.9

(9)

194

riders

Lac de Chaudanne – Castillon Dam loop from La Lagne

02:29

44.8km

980m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 10, 2026

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Parc naturel régional du Verdon

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3.09 km

Lac de Chaudanne

Highlight • Lake

It is a superb lake, with turquoise waters, surrounded by steep limestone cliffs. The decor is breathtaking.

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2

4.95 km

View of Lac de Chaudanne

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Upstream from Castellane, the Castillon lake is a sublime artificial body of water fed by the Verdon. The famous gorges of the river make the landscape even more beautiful by dressing the waters of the lake.

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3

13.6 km

Saint Barnabé Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Super climb, not too steep, with magnificent views of the Chaudane and Castillon lakes.

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4

18.8 km

Route de Soleilhas

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A few slightly steep bends take you to spectacular viewpoints. Beautiful views are worth it!

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28.1 km

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Viewpoint

6

29.2 km

View of Lake Castillon

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Nice views of the Lac de Castillon. However, fairly busy road.

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7

35.8 km

Castillon Dam

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The Castillon dam was commissioned in 1948. With its 95 meters high and 200 meters wide, it is rather imposing! It also offers a great view of the Verdon.

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36.1 km

Lake Castillon

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the lake was created by the dam being built. Beautiful surroundings, with good infrastructure, offers many opportunities for water sports, rest, cycling etc. Highly recommended also if you want to drive around by car

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38.3 km

Col de Cheiron

Mountain Pass

10

42.2 km

Castellane

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Castellane is a superb town located on the edge of the Verdon, 724 meters above sea level. It is dominated by the Roc, a huge rocky outcrop around which the …

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44.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.3 km

3.41 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

44.8 km

< 100 m

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Lowest point (720 m)

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