Essonne Countryside Escape
A road cycling route starting from Gometz-le-Chatel
Venture into the peaceful Essonne countryside
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Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in the peaceful Essonne countryside with this 97-kilometer road cycling route. With 693 meters of ascent, this moderately challenging route offers beautiful scenery and charming villages. Highlights of this route include the Perspective du Parc, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape, and the Palais Garnier, an iconic landmark in Paris.
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Start: Gometz-le-Châtel Village centerGometz-le-Châtel: Cycling through the picturesque Bièvre Valley.
Gometz-le-Châtel is a locality in Ile-de-France, France that offers a pleasant cycling experience. The roads are generally in good condition, suitable for both road and gravel cycling. The surrounding region offers beautiful countryside landscapes and charming villages to explore. One popular cycling route in the area is the Bièvre Valley, which provides scenic views and a mix of flat and hilly terrains. Gometz-le-Châtel itself doesn't have any famous cycling spots or well-known climbs directly, but it serves as a great base for exploring the wider cycling opportunities in the region.0 km
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Gometz-le-ChâtelVillageStart your journey in Gometz-le-Châtel and explore its charming streets and historic buildings.
17 km
17 km
Perspective du ParcViewpointAdmire the stunning views from the Perspective du Parc, overlooking the peaceful countryside.
31 km
31 km
Hôtel de la MarineAttractionVisit the historic Hôtel de la Marine in Paris, known for its beautiful architecture and cultural significance.
32 km
32 km
Palais GarnierViewpointExplore the magnificent Palais Garnier, an architectural masterpiece and home to world-class performances.
53 km
53 km
Joinville-le-PontTown70 km
70 km
Ponton d'observation de la fauneViewpointTake a break at the Fauna Observation Pontoon and observe the local wildlife in their natural habitat.
76 km
76 km
Morsang-sur-OrgeTownDiscover the charming town of Morsang-sur-Orge, famous for its historic buildings and lively markets.
87 km
87 km
MarcoussisVillage95 km
95 km
Viaduc des FauvettesViewpointCross the impressive Viaduc des Fauvettes, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscapes.
97 km
97 km
Finish: Gometz-le-Châtel Village centerGometz-le-Châtel: Cycling through the picturesque Bièvre Valley.
Cycling routes from Gometz-le-Chatel:
Essonne Hills Road Loop French Countryside Gravel Adventure Gometz-la-Ville Exploration The Charming Villages of Île-de-France Gravel Adventure: Gometz-le-Châtel to Bullion Scenic Gravel Ride: Gometz-la-Ville to Rochefort-en-Yvelines Gravel Adventure in Île-de-France Exploring the Natural Beauty of Île-de-France Essonne Countryside Escape Gometz-le-Châtel Loop