Verdon Lake Dam – Lake Ribou loop from Mazières-en-Mauges

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Verdon Lake Dam – Lake Ribou loop from Mazières-en-Mauges

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Verdon Lake Dam – Lake Ribou loop from Mazières-en-Mauges

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6.10km

30m

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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751 m

Tranquility

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Very good walk with children

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2.55 km

The dam itself is made up of two sets: a long curved dike made of rock on the upstream side, with a grassy embankment on the downstream side; a reinforced core in the form of six concrete vaults.
The reservoir, with a surface area of 220 ha, stretches as far as Maulévrier, on the edge of Deux-Sèvres. Fishing is tolerated there, as is sailing in summer. The rest of the activities are subject to greater restrictions than at the Ribou dam.
This is justified by the classification as a natural zone of ecological, fauna and flora interest (ZNIEFF) of the perimeter. In fact, more than 200 species of migrants have been counted there throughout the year.
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Verdon Lake Dam

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The dam was built in 1977 and completed in 1979. It is owned by the town of Cholet, and its main purpose is to provide drinking water and irrigation to the region. The dam is made up of two parts: a curved rock dike on the upstream side, and a core reinforced with six concrete arches. The dam is 27 meters high and approximately 800 meters long. The dam has a capacity of 14 million cubic meters of water.

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5.47 km

Lake Ribou

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Lac Ribou is a beautiful lake where you can admire the view of the water and the surrounding forest. The trail is moderately difficult, with some elevation gain and varied terrain. It is open all year round and is suitable for dogs on a leash.

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6.10 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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3.15 km

1.31 km

860 m

791 m

Surfaces

3.15 km