Route of the Garon Dam from Yzeron

This route starts at Lac du Ronzey and descends to the dam on the Garon. It takes you along a trail dedicated to local hydrology linked to rural life in the early 20th century.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 7.41 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 55 
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    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 268 m
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    Descent: - 260 m

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    Highest point: 730 m
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    Lowest point: 495 m

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Description of the walk

Departure from the Lac du Ronzey car park.

(S/E) Go around it on the right bank, heading due south. Turn left, east, and arrive at the cemetery.

(1) Turn right (south) and continue to a place called Le Garon.

(2) At the sign for "Le Garon (alt. 645)", take the path on the left and descend to a place called Le Biternay, where you will join the D62.

(3) Cross it and, at the sign for "Le Biterny (alt. 662)", follow the path south-east to La Mure, where you will rejoin the D628 (alt. 554).

(4) Cross it and, at the sign for "La Mure", turn left (north-west) and descend to the foot of the dam at the end of the access road (signs on hydrology).

(5) Go up to the left to cross to the right bank of the lake. Walk around it along the Discovery Trail until you reach a fork.

(6) Go up completely to the left, along a small (fairly steep) path to a place called La Cornelière.

(7) At the sign for "La Cornelière (altitude 642 m)", turn left and follow the road back towards the village. You will come to an intersection with a car park opposite.

(8) Turn left onto Chemin du Planil and return to the initial crossroads.

(1) Follow the same route back to the car park at Lac du Ronzey (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 705 m - Car park - Lac du Ronzey
  2. 1 : km 0.53 - alt. 724 m - Crossroads of the circular loop
  3. 2 : km 1.67 - alt. 645 m - Le Garon
  4. 3 : km 2.83 - alt. 662 m - Le Biternay
  5. 4 : km 3.94 - alt. 552 m - La Mure
  6. 5 : km 4.42 - alt. 495 m - Discovery Trail - Garon (rivère)
  7. 6 : km 5.02 - alt. 514 m - Fork in the road - Path
  8. 7 : km 5.77 - alt. 632 m - La Cornelière
  9. 8 : km 6.54 - alt. 727 m - Chemin du Planil
  10. S/E : km 7.41 - alt. 705 m - Car park - Lac du Ronzey

Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 7 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.9 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.9 / 5
Route interest
4.6 / 5
momone
momone

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 14, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very good, but the climb back up is tough in the current heat. We'll do it again in the autumn when it's more pleasant

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OlivierM
OlivierM

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Hike tracked by GPS.
A gentle descent through the cool undergrowth, a short walk around the lake and a short steep climb back up.
Recommended route in warm weather with a picnic by the lake.
This route deserves to be much more popular!

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Romainbtn
Romainbtn

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 27, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Be aware of the nature of this route. It is mainly downhill to the dam, but there is a very steep climb to reach Yzeron.

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VPP
VPP

Hello,
This is a pleasant hike, with beautiful passages through the woods to the dam, with views of the Alpine peaks. From the dam, the climb up to Yzeron is quite steep.
It is well worth doing and highly recommended.

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liliane.clarens
liliane.clarens

Hello Dex,
I really like Yzeron, where I have already done several hikes. This one was a pleasant addition.

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Le Dex
Le Dex

Thank you for your comments.
I created this hike because it was the only area around Yzeron without a trail.

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liliane.clarens
liliane.clarens

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 15, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful start at Lake Ronzey, followed by a descent towards the Garon to the dam, a peaceful and well-appointed spot in rolling countryside with panoramic views of the surrounding hamlets, farmland and the Alps.
Thanks to the author for this new route.

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Sud 8
Sud 8

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 14, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant and challenging hike with views of the Alps, a wonderful discovery of the Garon and the dam's surroundings. Thank you to the author.

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Fabrice0869
Fabrice0869

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 28, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A beautiful hike today. We could see Mont Blanc. The route is quite busy, especially near the dam, but otherwise it's still very pleasant. The climb up to Yzeron after the dam is quite steep and long.

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Quentin7998
Quentin7998
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 14, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Hello,
I highly recommend this magnificent circular route! The landscape is beautiful with the current snow cover, and the route is varied and very pleasant. There are no particular difficulties, the paths have very little snow, and simple mid-calf boots are sufficient. Dogs are allowed, with few roads to cross.
Thank you to the creator and enjoy your future walks!

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