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Pont de la Pourtère – Marcadau Plateau loop from Aire de bivouac du Chalet du Clot

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Pont de la Pourtère – Marcadau Plateau loop from Aire de bivouac du Chalet du Clot

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Pont de la Pourtère – Marcadau Plateau loop from Aire de bivouac du Chalet du Clot

01:54

6.79km

130m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 16, 2026

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3.35 km

Macardau Valley Waterfall

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Above the waterfall lie the beautiful lakes of l'embarrat.

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3.52 km

Pont de la Pourtère

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Nice bridge to cross to reach the Wallon refuge

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3.58 km

Gave de Marcadau

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There is a small bridge over the river here.

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4.01 km

The Marcadau plateau is very easy to access from the Pont d'Espagne parking lot. First stage of the Marcadau valley, it is crossed by the Gave of the same name. This green setting is appreciated by hikers but also by fly fishermen. Climbing it offers a pleasant and easy immersion in the mountains.

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.12 km

2.61 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.12 km

1.61 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,640 m)

Lowest point (1,520 m)

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Monday 6 July

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September 11, 2024,🇫🇷 Vallée du Marcadau

Yesterday we stopped at the Spanish Bridge, today we're starting there.
Then we went gently uphill into the Mercadau Valley. A beautiful plateau, with beautiful views of the mountains and the idyllic Mercadau stream. In contrast to yesterday, we only met a few people and were able to enjoy the peace and quiet 😍

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Pont de la Pourtère – Marcadau Plateau loop from Aire de bivouac du Chalet du Clot

Macardau Valley Waterfall

Pont de la Pourtère

Gave de Marcadau

Marcadau Plateau

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