The Virelles Pond
The Virelles Pond, known locally as "Lac de Virelles", and its Aquascope are major centres for nature conservation. You will be blown away by this natural site, surrounded by green valleys, wooded slopes and picturesque villages. Along the Eau Blanche, the murmur of the waterfalls will lull you as you walk.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 6.37 mi -
Average duration: 3h 10 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 276 ft -
Descent: - 302 ft -
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Highest point: 843 ft -
Lowest point: 659 ft
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- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 699 ft
- S/E : mi 6.37 - alt. 699 ft
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