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Amancy Scionzier La Dent Sallanches Côte de Megeve La Giettaz-en-Aravis Col des Aravis


A road cycling route starting from Amancy

Cycling through beautiful towns and climbing challenging mountains in the Rhône-Alpes region of France.

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This route offers a combination of stunning scenery and challenging climbs. Starting in Amancy, you will pass through scenic towns such as Scionzier, Sallanches, and La Giettaz-en-Aravis. The highlight of this route is the Col des Aravis, a legendary climb known for its challenging ascent and breathtaking views. With a difficulty rating of 4 and an epicness rating of 4, this route is perfect for experienced cyclists looking for an adventure. Explore charming villages, conquer tough climbs, and enjoy the beauty of the Rhône-Alpes region.

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103 km
2043 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Amancy Village center
Amancy: Escape to the serene beauty of Amancy for your cycling adventures
Amancy is a commune located in the Rhône-Alpes region of France. For road and gravel cyclists, the locality offers scenic routes through the French countryside. Amancy is surrounded by rolling hills, picturesque farmlands, and charming villages, providing a tranquil cycling environment. Although there are no famous cycling-related spots or well-known climbs nearby, the locality offers peaceful rides for leisure cyclists. Amancy ranks as a 3 out of 5 for cyclists, offering a pleasant but not overly challenging cycling experience.
AmancyVillage
Amancy - Starting point of the route, a charming village with beautiful architecture.
ScionzierVillage
Scionzier - A town known for its picturesque views and historical heritage.
La Dent1196 mPeak
La Dent - A landmark rock formation, perfect for photography lovers.
SallanchesTown
Sallanches - A picturesque town located in a valley surrounded by mountains.
Côte de Megeve1096 mMountain Pass
Côte de Megeve - A challenging climb with stunning views over the resort town of Megeve.
La Giettaz-en-AravisVillage
La Giettaz-en-Aravis - A traditional mountain village with beautiful alpine scenery.
Col des Aravis1487 mMountain Pass
Col des Aravis - A legendary climb with a challenging ascent and breathtaking views.
Saint-Jean-de-SixtVillage
Saint-Jean-de-Sixt - A charming village with traditional alpine architecture.
Col de St Jean de Sixt956 mMountain Pass
Col de St Jean de Sixt - A mountain pass with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Château d'ArcineCastle
Château d'Arcine - A historic castle located on a hilltop with commanding views.
Finish: Amancy Village center
Amancy: Escape to the serene beauty of Amancy for your cycling adventures