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Gravel Adventure in Châtel-Guyon


A gravel cycling route starting from Chatel-Guyon

Explore the picturesque town of Châtel-Guyon and discover hidden gems along the way.

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This gravel route takes you on a 42 km journey through the beautiful landscapes of Auvergne. Along the way, you will encounter highlights such as Châtel-Guyon, known for its therapeutic waters, Pulvérières with its charming medieval architecture, Les Jâmes - a unique rock formation, La Roche Sauterre - a scenic viewpoint, and Château de Chazeron - a magnificent castle perched on a hilltop. The route offers a mix of challenging climbs and smooth descents, making it suitable for intermediate cyclists.

gravel
42 km
859 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Châtel-Guyon Village center
Châtel-Guyon: Challenging climbs in Auvergne's volcanic natural parks.
Châtel-Guyon, situated in Auvergne, France, offers excellent opportunities for both road and gravel cycling enthusiasts. The region is famous for its volcanic natural parks, including Volcans d'Auvergne, which provides stunning views and challenging climbs. Châtel-Guyon itself is a charming spa town with accommodations and amenities suitable for cyclists. The town also hosts various cycling events and races, attracting cyclists from all over. With its scenic routes, challenging climbs, and cycling-friendly facilities, Châtel-Guyon earns a well-deserved 5 on the cyclist's perspective ranking.
Châtel-GuyonVillage
Châtel-Guyon is famous for its thermal baths which were already renowned in Roman times.
PulvérièresVillage
Pulvérières is a medieval village with well-preserved buildings and narrow streets.
Les JâmesHamlet
Les Jâmes is a natural rock formation that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.
La Roche SauterreViewpoint
La Roche Sauterre is a picturesque spot known for its beautiful rock formations and scenic vistas.
Château de ChazeronCastle
Château de Chazeron is a stunning castle that dates back to the 13th century and offers panoramic views of the region.
Finish: Châtel-Guyon Village center
Châtel-Guyon: Challenging climbs in Auvergne's volcanic natural parks.

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