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Mont Verdun and Vllefranche-sur-Saône Loop
A road cycling route starting from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or
Explore the beautiful Mont Verdun and picturesque Villefranche-sur-Saône in this challenging cycling route.
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This round-trip cycling route near Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or takes you through the stunning Mont Verdun and the charming town of Villefranche-sur-Saône. With a total ascent of 701 meters and a distance of 55 kilometers, this road route provides a challenging ride for experienced cyclists. You will pass highlights such as Albigny-sur-Saône, Limonest, and Parcieux on your journey.
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55 km
701 m
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Start: Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or Village centerCouzon-au-Mont-d'Or: Challenging climbs and wine tastings in Rhône-Alpes.
Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or is a town located in the Rhône-Alpes region of France. As a road and gravel cyclist, Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or offers a mix of challenging climbs and scenic routes through vineyards and along the Rhône River. The region is known for its wine production, making it a great place to stop and sample some local vintages while on a cycling trip. Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or is also home to several well-known cycling climbs, including the Col de la Luère which offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. With its combination of challenging routes and wine tastings, Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or is a cyclist's paradise.8 km
8 km
Mont Verdun626 mPeakMont Verdun offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Don't miss the opportunity to stop and take in the scenery.
11 km
11 km
LimonestVillageLimonest is a picturesque village with charming architecture and lovely cafes.
29 km
29 km
Villefranche-sur-SaôneTownVillefranche-sur-Saône is a historic town with a beautiful old quarter and charming narrow streets.
45 km
45 km
ParcieuxVillageParcieux is a charming village situated on the banks of the Saône River, offering great spots for a picnic.
51 km
51 km
Albigny-sur-SaôneVillageAlbigny-sur-Saône is a small village known for its traditional charm.
55 km
55 km
Finish: Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or Village centerCouzon-au-Mont-d'Or: Challenging climbs and wine tastings in Rhône-Alpes.
Cycling routes from Couzon-au-Mont-d'Or:
Reyrieux and Fontaines-Saint-Martin Gravel Adventure Gravel Adventure Belvédère de Bourg and Mont Cindre Adventure Mont Verdun and Vllefranche-sur-Saône Loop Fontaines-sur-Saône Circuit Enchanting Mont Thou and Pissoir Les Chères Loop Valley Exploration The Bugey Bluffs Neyron and Diémoz Road Challenge Mont-d'Or Escape The Fontaines-Saint-Martin Gravel Loop The Mont d'Or Gravel Route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Fontaines-sur-Saône](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/fontaines-sur-saone-5.webp)
![Image of Fontaines-Saint-Martin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/fontaines-saint-martin-2.webp)
![Image of Albigny-sur-Saône](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/albigny-sur-saone-3.webp)
![Image of Neuville-sur-Saône](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/neuville-sur-saone-5.webp)
![Image of Cailloux-sur-Fontaines](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/cailloux-sur-fontaines-4.webp)
![Image of Sathonay-Village](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/sathonay-village-4.webp)
![Image of Sathonay-Camp](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/sathonay-camp-3.webp)
![Image of Limonest](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/limonest-5.webp)
![Image of Montanay](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/montanay-5.webp)