Bassin des Aigrettes — Attraction in Saint-Paul

I saw the reviews that access was easy despite being closed and decided to go. You should absolutely go, it is beautiful but the access is quite hard and lots of people couldn't make it. It is a short hike from the parking lot but the city installed a gate to block access. A small river flows underneath the gate but they installed a metal bar about 20cm above the water level so you'll have to go in the water and for a lot of people almost dive in to go underneath the metal bar. Backpacks do not fit and will get wet. Other than that, the water is beautiful and refreshing. Recommended but not...

An enchanted place with an impressive waterfall. The small pond in front invites you to swim. Since the water there is important for the local water supply, access is officially forbidden. Therefore, please treat nature sustainably when you visit, do not pollute anything and leave no dirt behind. This is the only way to preserve a wonderful place. Street parking available. Important to know: On the way to the waterfall you either have to use a short climbing passage or get wet...

Beware that this location access is forbidden you will have to get around fances, follow unmarked and unmaintained paths and be very careful of hazards (falling rocks, broken ridge, ...).

That being said, the bassin des Aigrette is well rewarding and definitely worth the trip. It's the best of the 3 by far (hence also the most crowded).

If you plan a hike here, come prepared with good shoes! Avoid flip flops or coming with too young children, it is dangerous and...