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The Château de Gourdon Loop


A road cycling route starting from Opio

A scenic route with a breathtaking château

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This route showcases the stunning Château de Gourdon, perched high in the mountains. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside as you ride through scenic Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur. The route includes challenging climbs and descents, making it suitable for experienced cyclists.

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175 km
5328 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Magagnosc Village center
Opio: Cycling in the scenic heart of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur
Opio is a small town located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region of France. From a cyclist's perspective, Opio offers picturesque roads surrounded by beautiful landscapes, making it an ideal destination for road and gravel cycling. The town's location in the mountainous region provides various cycling challenges and opportunities for both leisurely rides and more intense training. Opio is also conveniently situated close to famous cycling spots such as Grasse and Nice, making it a great starting point for exploring the French Riviera on two wheels. Overall, Opio is a cyclist's paradise with its scenic routes and access to renowned cycling destinations.
Château de GourdonCastle
Château de Gourdon is a medieval castle dating back to the 9th century. It offers stunning views of the French Riviera.
Col de l'Êcre1120 mMountain Pass
Col de l'Êcre is a challenging climb with beautiful mountain scenery.
Col de la Sine1108 mMountain Pass
Col de la Sine is a scenic mountain pass with stunning views.
Castellaras de ThorencCastle Ruins
Castellaras de Thorenc is a picturesque village known for its historic charm.
Le MasVillage
Le Mas is a small Provençal village with traditional stone houses.
Les Laouves883 mPeak
Les Laouves is a lovely hillside village with views of the surrounding countryside.
Cime de la Cacia1105 mPeak
Cime de la Cacia is a mountain peak with panoramic views of the French Riviera.
SigaleVillage
Sigale is a quiet village known for its charming medieval architecture.
Col Saint-Raphaël875 mMountain Pass
Col Saint-Raphaël is a challenging climb famous among local cyclists.
Puget-ThéniersVillage
Puget-Théniers is a picturesque village nestled in the Var River valley.
Colline de Nona873 mPeak
Colline de Nona offers beautiful scenic views of the Var Valley.
Touët-sur-VarVillage
Touët-sur-Var is an ancient village with narrow streets and historic buildings.
Le Dos de l'Éléphant370 mPeak
Le Dos de l'Éléphant is a rock formation resembling the back of an elephant.
Plan-du-VarHamlet
Plan-du-Var is a charming village renowned for its panoramic views.
Château de la GaudeCastle
Château de la Gaude is a magnificent château with beautiful gardens and vineyards.
PanoramaViewpoint
Panorama is a lookout point with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Tourrettes-sur-LoupVillage
Tourrettes-sur-Loup is a picturesque hilltop village known for its artisan workshops.
Château des comtes de GrasseCastle
Château des comtes de Grasse is a historic castle overlooking the town of Grasse.
Finish: Magagnosc Village center
Opio: Cycling in the scenic heart of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur

Cycling routes nearby:

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Châteauneuf-Grasse

Cycling paradise in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region

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Le Rouret

Conquering the legendary Col d’Eze in the heart of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.

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Le Bar-sur-Loup

Conquering the ascent of Col de Vence and enjoying the scenic coastal roads of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.

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Valbonne

Coastal routes and mountain climbs in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.

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Grasse

Perfume and Pedals in Grasse

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Mouans-Sartoux

Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of Mouans-Sartoux

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Mougins

Indulge in scenic coastal rides and savor the culinary delights of Mougins.

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La Roquette-sur-Siagne

Gravel cycling paradise with diverse trails and stunning scenery.

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Tourrettes-sur-Loup

Charming village with scenic routes and challenging climbs.