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Barrage Zola walks
Cézanne’s windmill and the Zola dam
Visorando Member
4.31 mi
+994 ft
-974 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Tholonet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A lovely walk which includes a chance to see Cézanne’s Windmill, to discover the ancient ruins of the Roman aqueduct and its waterfall and the Zola dam. In the distance you can see Mont Sainte-Victoire.
Dam circuit at Le Tholonet
7.70 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,467 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Le Tholonet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A superb hike, best enjoyed in spring: the Zola and Bimont dams and the old Roman dam are magnificent.
Total immersion in the Petite Mer and its dam
3.42 mi
+938 ft
-915 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Le Tholonet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This short hike offers a circuit that alternates between cliff tops and narrow valleys.
After thefirst part, which offers a panoramic view of the entire hike and a passage over the Zola Dam, thesecond part immerses you in the Petite Mer valley (along the La Cause stream) and its dam.
The tour of Les Infernets and La Petite Mer
5.54 mi
+1,148 ft
-1,119 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Le Tholonet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
This hike offers breathtaking, legendary views of Lake Zola, with the Montagne Sainte-Victoire painted by Cézanne in the background. Marked paths alternate with wild trails.
Lac du Bimont and Lac Zola
5.84 mi
+830 ft
-856 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Marc-Jaumegarde (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A wonderful outdoor excursion, perfect for a family day out and accessible to all fitness levels. In the heart of nature, this hike offers a peaceful getaway, where enchanting landscapes and easy trails allow you to recharge your batteries with ease.
The two dams via La Petite Mer in Le Tholonet
6.12 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,230 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Tholonet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A beautiful hike starting from Le Tholonet, mostly off the beaten track. You walk along the small Cause stream in the Petite Mer, then continue on to the Zola Dam and the Bimont Dam. Return to Le Tholonet, passing close to Cézanne's mill.
The Roman Dam and Zola Dam at the start of Le Tholonet
3.20 mi
+958 ft
-932 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Le Tholonet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A short circular walk taking you to the ruins of the Roman dam and then along the Zola dam.
Comment on Monday, 24 March 2025. >Please note: the path between (1) and (3) is private property: there is a barrier and no trespassing. Go via the cemetery.