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.
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110 km
1154 m
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Start: Peyrolles-en-Provence Village centerPeyrolles-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.8 km
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Durance -ancien Pont de MirabeauViewpointExplore the picturesque Durance River and photograph the ancient Pont de Mirabeau
12 km
12 km
Saint-Paul-lez-DuranceVillageVisit the charming village of Saint-Paul-lez-Durance
24 km
24 km
Collet des Fourches338 mPeakConquer the challenging Collet des Fourches and enjoy panoramic views
30 km
30 km
Gréoux-les-BainsVillageDiscover the charming village of Gréoux-les-Bains
43 km
43 km
Esparron-de-VerdonVillageExplore the picturesque town of Esparron-de-Verdon
44 km
44 km
Belvédère de la TuilièreViewpointEnjoy a great view from Belvédère de la Tuilière
61 km
61 km
Collet d'Enguernes462 mPeakClimb the scenic Collet d'Enguernes
64 km
64 km
MontmeyanVillagePass through the picturesque village of Montmeyan
76 km
76 km
La VerdièreVillageVisit the beautiful village of La Verdière
87 km
87 km
L'Éouvière572 mPeakAdmire the natural beauty of L'Éouvière
97 km
97 km
Le Devenson434 mPeakDiscover the hidden gem of Le Devenson
105 km
105 km
JouquesVillageExperience the charming town of Jouques
110 km
110 km
Finish: Peyrolles-en-Provence Village centerPeyrolles-en-Provence: Cycling-friendly town with access to legendary Mont Ventoux in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, France
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