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Durance Loop


A road cycling route starting from Peyrolles-en-Provence

Explore the scenic Durance River and conquer the challenging Collet des Fourches

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The Durance Loop is a challenging road cycling route that takes you through picturesque landscapes and offers breathtaking views of the Durance River. Start your journey near Peyrolles-en-Provence and make your way towards the ancient Pont de Mirabeau, one of the highlights of this route. As you continue, be prepared to tackle the challenging climb up Collet des Fourches, which will test your climbing skills and reward you with stunning panoramic views. Other highlights along the route include the charming village of Gréoux-les-Bains and the picturesque town of Esparron-de-Verdon. Overall, the Durance Loop offers a mix of challenging climbs, scenic landscapes, and cultural attractions.

road
110 km
1154 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Peyrolles-en-Provence Village center
Peyrolles-en-Provence: Cycling-friendly town with access to legendary Mont Ventoux in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, France
Peyrolles-en-Provence is a town located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region of France. From a cyclist's perspective, Peyrolles-en-Provence is a cyclist-friendly area with stunning landscapes and great cycling routes. The town offers a mix of flat and hilly roads, making it suitable for cyclists of all skill levels. Nearby, Mont Ventoux, one of the most legendary climbs in cycling, attracts avid cyclists from around the world. Overall, Peyrolles-en-Provence is a top destination for cyclists looking for scenic routes and the opportunity to tackle famous climbs.
Durance -ancien Pont de MirabeauViewpoint
Explore the picturesque Durance River and photograph the ancient Pont de Mirabeau
Saint-Paul-lez-DuranceVillage
Visit the charming village of Saint-Paul-lez-Durance
Collet des Fourches338 mPeak
Conquer the challenging Collet des Fourches and enjoy panoramic views
Gréoux-les-BainsVillage
Discover the charming village of Gréoux-les-Bains
Esparron-de-VerdonVillage
Explore the picturesque town of Esparron-de-Verdon
Belvédère de la TuilièreViewpoint
Enjoy a great view from Belvédère de la Tuilière
Collet d'Enguernes462 mPeak
Climb the scenic Collet d'Enguernes
MontmeyanVillage
Pass through the picturesque village of Montmeyan
La VerdièreVillage
Visit the beautiful village of La Verdière
L'Éouvière572 mPeak
Admire the natural beauty of L'Éouvière
Le Devenson434 mPeak
Discover the hidden gem of Le Devenson
JouquesVillage
Experience the charming town of Jouques
Finish: Peyrolles-en-Provence Village center
Peyrolles-en-Provence: Cycling-friendly town with access to legendary Mont Ventoux in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, France

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