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Ventabren Ascent


A road cycling route starting from Ventabren

A challenging road route near Ventabren with stunning uphill sections and beautiful scenic views.

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Ventabren Ascent is a challenging road cycling route near Ventabren, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, France. The route covers a distance of 88 kilometers and includes an ascent of 1029 meters. This route is suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists looking for a thrilling and picturesque ride. The route takes you through picturesque towns and villages, including Luynes, Cadolive, Mont Julien, Plan-de-Cuques, Septèmes-les-Vallons, and Ventabren, offering unique experiences at each stop.

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88 km
1029 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Ventabren Village center
Ventabren: Gateway to scenic routes of Provence
Ventabren is a beautiful locality situated in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. For road and gravel cyclists, it offers a mix of flat and hilly terrain, with opportunities to explore the picturesque landscapes and vineyards. While Ventabren itself does not have any well-known climbs, it serves as a gateway to the scenic routes of Provence, which offer iconic climbs such as Mont Ventoux and Col de la Bonette.
LuynesSub-urb
Luynes, located along the route, is known for its historic medieval castle.
CadoliveVillage
Cadolive is a quaint village with charming cobbled streets and traditional Provençal houses.
Mont Julien633 mPeak
Mont Julien is a small mountain offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Plan-de-CuquesTown
Plan-de-Cuques is a charming town with narrow alleyways and traditional architecture.
Septèmes-les-VallonsTown
Septèmes-les-Vallons is home to the impressive Château de la Moline, a beautiful architectural landmark.
Descente poubelleViewpoint
The Descente poubelle (Garbage Descent) is a thrilling downhill section on the route, offering adrenaline-pumping descents for experienced cyclists.
VentabrenVillage
Ventabren, the starting point of the route, is a picturesque village perched on a hilltop, offering stunning views of the surroundings.
Finish: Ventabren Village center
Ventabren: Gateway to scenic routes of Provence

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