Alsace Gravel Adventure

A gravel cycling route starting from Giromagny

Plan your own route
in Giromagny Plan your own route in Giromagny

Explore the legendary Ballon d'Alsace on gravel

Map

The Alsace Gravel Adventure is a 76-kilometer route that takes you through the beautiful landscape of Alsace in Franche-Comté. With a challenging ascent of 2,624 meters, this route is designed for experienced gravel cyclists looking for an epic off-road adventure. The highlight of this route is the iconic Lepuix village, known for its traditional houses and breathtaking views over the surrounding valleys. You will also encounter the legendary Col du Ballon d'Alsace, a high mountain pass featured in the Tour de France. Another highlight is Bussang, a charming village nestled in the heart of the Vosges Mountains. As you continue, you'll tackle the challenging Col d'Oderen and pass through Mollau, a picturesque village with colorful houses and a historic church. The Baerenkopf mountaintop offers impressive views over the region and a thrilling off-road descent. Finally, you'll return to Lamadeleine-Val-des-Anges, a scenic village known for its peaceful atmosphere and charming streets. The Alsace Gravel Adventure is an epic gravel route with stunning highlights that showcase the best of Alsace.

gravel

76 km

2624 m

Tough

Route profile

Highlights on the route

0 km

Start: Giromagny Village center

Giromagny: Cycling Haven in Franche-Comté

Giromagny is a small town located in the Franche-Comté region of France. From a cyclist's perspective, Giromagny offers scenic routes with rolling hills and picturesque landscapes. The locality is well-connected to various cycling paths and routes, making it suitable for road and gravel cycling. Giromagny is also known for being the starting point of the breathtaking Ballon d'Alsace climb, popular amongst cyclists. With its cycling-friendly atmosphere and proximity to renowned cycling spots, Giromagny is an ideal destination for cyclists of all levels.