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Mazères Challenge
A road cycling route starting from Villefranche-de-Lauragais
A challenging ride through hilly terrain with beautiful views
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The Mazères Challenge is a 112 km road cycling route that will test your climbing abilities. Starting in Villefranche-de-Lauragais, you'll ride through the rolling hills and valleys of the Lauragais region. Highlights along the way include the Vieux Pont de Mazères, a historical bridge, Saint-Martin-d'Oydes with its ancient church, and the charming village of Villeneuve-du-Latou. The route also takes you through Auterive, Noueilles, and Saint-Rome, offering picturesque views of the countryside.
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112 km
1225 m
Tough
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Start: Villefranche-de-Lauragais Village centerVillefranche-de-Lauragais: Cycling heaven in the Midi-Pyrénées region!
Villefranche-de-Lauragais is a charming town located in the Midi-Pyrénées region of France. As a road and gravel cyclist, you will find some great cycling opportunities in the surrounding area. The roads are well-maintained and there are several scenic routes to explore. Villefranche-de-Lauragais is also home to the legendary climb, Col de la Pierre Saint-Martin, which is a must-ride for any cycling enthusiast. The town itself offers a picturesque setting with beautiful architecture and a vibrant cycling community. Overall, this locality is a solid 4 on the cyclist perspective ranking.11 km
11 km
CaignacVillageIn Caignac, visit the 12th-century Saint-Martin Church
22 km
22 km
Vieux Pont de MazèresCastle RuinsCross the Vieux Pont de Mazères, a centuries-old stone bridge
47 km
47 km
Saint-Martin-d'OydesVillageExplore the picturesque village of Saint-Martin-d'Oydes and its impressive fortifications
57 km
57 km
Villeneuve-du-LatouVillageAdmire the medieval architecture of Villeneuve-du-Latou
80 km
80 km
AuteriveTownStop in Auterive to see the ancient Abbey of Belleperche
90 km
90 km
NoueillesVillageNoueilles offers charming streets lined with traditional houses
107 km
107 km
Saint-RomeVillageVisit the Romanesque church in Saint-Rome
112 km
112 km
Finish: Villefranche-de-Lauragais Village centerVillefranche-de-Lauragais: Cycling heaven in the Midi-Pyrénées region!
Cycling routes from Villefranche-de-Lauragais:
Gardouch Circuit Villefranche-de-Lauragais to Avignonet-Lauragais Loop Bélesta Adventure Gravel Adventure to Mourvilles-Hautes Payra Ride Villefranche-de-Lauragais to Saverdun Loop Cumiès Circuit Mazères Challenge Villefranche-de-Lauragais to Saint-Michel-de-Lanès Loop Villefranche-de-Lauragais to Lézat-sur-Lèze Loop
Cycling routes nearby:
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![Image of Caraman](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/midi-pyrenees/caraman-4.webp)
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