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Challenging Ride to Chartrettes
A gravel cycling route starting from La Rochette
Embark on a challenging ride to the historic town of Chartrettes
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Saddle up for an exciting gravel ride to the historic town of Chartrettes. This route covers a distance of 88 km and includes challenging sections with a total ascent of 561 meters. Suitable for experienced riders, the difficulty level is ranked at 5. Experience the epicness of cycling as you conquer steep climbs and descend thrilling descents. Highlights along the route include Chartrettes, where you can explore its charming old town, and Buno-Bonnevaux, a picturesque village known for its preserved architecture. Enjoy the beautiful panoramas as you cycle through the diverse landscapes of the region.
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88 km
561 m
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Start: Livry-sur-Seine Village centerLa Rochette: Gateway to the cycling paradise of Fontainebleau Forest.
La Rochette is a small locality situated in the Ile-de-France region of France. While the town itself does not offer extensive cycling opportunities, nearby areas such as Fontainebleau Forest provide great options for road and gravel cyclists. Fontainebleau Forest is a popular destination for bouldering and outdoor activities, and its network of trails and paths is suitable for cycling as well. Cyclists visiting La Rochette can take advantage of the proximity to this nature reserve and enjoy rides through the picturesque forest. Thus, La Rochette serves as an excellent starting point for exploring the scenic cycling routes in the Fontainebleau area.4 km
4 km
ChartrettesVillageChartrettes: Discover the rich history of Chartrettes as you wander through its medieval streets and visit its historic landmarks.
15 km
15 km
Point de Vue des Gorges d'ApremontViewpointPoint de Vue des Gorges d'Apremont: Take in breathtaking views of the Apremont Gorges from the viewpoint at Point de Vue des Gorges d'Apremont.
21 km
21 km
Arbonne-la-ForêtVillageArbonne-la-Forêt: Immerse yourself in beautiful nature as you cycle through Arbonne-la-Forêt, known for its lush forests and scenic trails.
41 km
41 km
Buno-BonnevauxVillageBuno-Bonnevaux: Explore the charming village of Buno-Bonnevaux and admire its well-preserved medieval architecture.
49 km
49 km
Courdimanche-sur-EssonneVillageCourdimanche-sur-Essonne: Pass through Courdimanche-sur-Essonne, a quaint village nestled along the Essonne River.
68 km
68 km
Nainville-les-RochesVillageNainville-les-Roches: Take a moment to relax at Nainville-les-Roches, a peaceful village surrounded by greenery.
84 km
84 km
MelunTownMelun: Begin and end your journey in Melun, a historic town with a rich cultural heritage.
88 km
88 km
Finish: Livry-sur-Seine Village centerLa Rochette: Gateway to the cycling paradise of Fontainebleau Forest.
Cycling routes from La Rochette:
Discover the Charm of the Seine-et-Marne Countryside Gravel Ride: Exploring the Seine River Valley Gravel Adventure at La Rochette The Hilly Loop: Samois-sur-Seine to Barbizon Fontainebleau and the Forest of Fontainebleau Exploring Melun and Tour Denecourt Gravel Adventure to Apremont Fontainebleau Adventure Challenging Ride to Chartrettes Scenic Ride to Solers Fontainebleau Gravel Adventure
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Dammarie-les-Lys](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/dammarie-les-lys-4.webp)
![Image of Livry-sur-Seine](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/livry-sur-seine-4.webp)
![Image of Vaux-le-Pénil](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/vaux-le-penil-5.webp)
![Image of Chartrettes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/chartrettes-5.webp)
![Image of Le Mée-sur-Seine](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/le-mee-sur-seine-2.webp)
![Image of Melun](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/melun-4.webp)
![Image of Bois-le-Roi](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/bois-le-roi-5.webp)
![Image of Rubelles](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/rubelles-5.webp)
![Image of Maincy](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/maincy-5.webp)