Soulages Dam – La Valla-En-Gier loop from La Valla-en-Gier

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Soulages Dam – La Valla-En-Gier loop from La Valla-en-Gier

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Soulages Dam – La Valla-En-Gier loop from La Valla-en-Gier

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25.9km

610m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 23.6 km for 70 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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19.2 km

Soulages Dam

Highlight • Monument

The Soulages dam is unlike other dams in the region with its impressive arched construction.

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23.6 km

The Rive dam discharges its waters into the Gier reservoir which itself relies on the Soulages dam further south. The view from the dam allows you to see the downstream dam and the Gier water reservoir.

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25.1 km

La Valla-En-Gier

Highlight • Other

This small village in Pilat is nestled at an altitude of 650 meters. From here you can enjoy a superb view of the valley and the lake of the Rive …

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25.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.9 km

3.24 km

2.92 km

849 m

Surfaces

20.2 km

2.91 km

1.81 km

814 m

217 m

Elevation

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Highest point (840 m)

Lowest point (410 m)

Weather

Wednesday 21 October

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Soulages Dam – La Valla-En-Gier loop from La Valla-en-Gier

Soulages Dam

Rive dam spillway

La Valla-En-Gier

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