La Môle · LE GOLFE / DISCOVER
At La Verne dam, water is surrounded by wooded hills rather than beach scenery. This drinking-water reservoir makes a rewarding walking stop in La Môle. Our idea: come to walk and observe, leaving room for the return journey and a village break afterwards.
THE LE GOLFE VIEW
“WATER. HILLS. TIME TO WALK.”
FIND YOUR RHYTHM
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Built in 1991, La Verne dam helps supply drinking water to the area. The reservoir and hills can be observed from accessible paths. Our advice: bring binoculars if you enjoy birdwatching, without expecting guaranteed wildlife sightings.
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The office describes the approach via Chemin de Saint-Julien, parking near the water works and around 2½ km on a dirt track on foot. Respect authorised spaces and operational access. The map identifies the dam, not the driving destination; follow the official access description.
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The outing is listed at 5 km and around 1½ hours; add time for breaks. The surface includes dirt and stones. Bring suitable shoes, water and sun protection, and check weather and forest access. This outing does not include the much longer walk to the Chartreuse de la Verne.
BEYOND THE FIRST LOOK
Swimming, fishing and boating are prohibited. Stay on accessible routes and follow notices protecting the drinking-water reserve. Our suggestion: continue with a village stop around the church rather than planning an activity on the water.
THE USEFUL DISTINCTION
PLAN YOUR VISIT
LOCATION & DIRECTIONS
Barrage de la Verne à La Môle · La Môle
Area reference
Dam reference, not parking. The office describes around 2½ km on foot from near the water works; consult official access instructions.
Location reference : Barrage de la Verne à La Môle. Checked on .
Location source and access information ↗Suggested destination : Chemin de Saint-Julien, 83310 La Môle, France
The marker identifies an area or a visit reference; it does not guarantee an entrance or vehicle access. Check the access notes above.
Choose your starting point and travel mode in Google Maps. Check the final approach on site.
No. Swimming, fishing and boating are prohibited in this drinking-water reservoir.
The office lists around 2½ km on a track to reach the dam: 5 km return in around 1½ hours, excluding breaks.
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