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Challenge the Mountains: Col du Pilon Loop


A road cycling route starting from Chateauneuf-Grasse

Embark on a challenging journey through the mountains with the Col du Pilon Loop

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This demanding route takes you on a cycling adventure through the mountainous landscapes near Châteauneuf-Grasse. The highlight of the route is the ascent to Col du Pilon, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. As you ride through charming villages and conquer challenging climbs, you will experience the true beauty of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur. The route passes through Castellaras de Thorenc, famous for its medieval castles, and reaches Le Ribit, a hidden gem with a peaceful atmosphere. Briançonnet and Sallagriffon offer picturesque surroundings and the chance to immerse yourself in the region's rural charm. Epic climbs like Cime de la Cacia make this route a must for experienced cyclists seeking a memorable challenge.

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152 km
3736 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Le Rouret Village center
Châteauneuf-Grasse: Cycling paradise in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region
Châteauneuf-Grasse is a picturesque town located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region of France. From a cyclist's perspective, this locality offers stunning landscapes and challenging cycling routes. The region is home to several well-known climbs, including Col de Vence, which attracts many road cyclists. The roads are well-maintained and the scenery is breathtaking, making it a favorite destination for gravel cyclists as well. Overall, Châteauneuf-Grasse provides a great cycling experience for both road and gravel cyclists.
GrasseTown
Grasse: Return to the starting point and explore this historic city known for its perfume industry
Col du Pilon782 mMountain Pass
Col du Pilon: Conquer the challenging ascent to this formidable summit, boasting stunning vistas
Col de la Sine1108 mMountain Pass
Col de la Sine: Test your climbing skills on this breathtaking pass with rewarding views
Castellaras de ThorencCastle Ruins
Castellaras de Thorenc: Explore the medieval castles nestled in this charming village
Pic de l'Aiglo1645 mPeak
Pic de l'Aiglo: Reach the majestic summit of Pic de l'Aiglo and take in the astounding panoramic views
Le Ribit1239 mPeak
Le Ribit: Discover the tranquility of this hidden gem surrounded by lush greenery and serene landscapes
BriançonnetVillage
Briançonnet: Embrace the rural charm of this mountainous village and its idyllic surroundings
SallagriffonVillage
Sallagriffon: Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this quaint village nestled amidst breathtaking landscapes
Cime de la Cacia1105 mPeak
Cime de la Cacia: Challenge yourself with the legendary ascent to the summit of Cime de la Cacia
ConségudesVillage
Conségudes: Explore the picturesque streets of this traditional Provençal village
Col des Ferres596 mMountain Pass
Bézaudun-les-AlpesVillage
La Côte919 mPeak
CourmesVillage
Finish: Le Rouret Village center
Châteauneuf-Grasse: Cycling paradise in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region

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