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Scenic Road Route to Les Rousses
A road cycling route starting from Gex
A road cycling route with a stunning view of Les Rousses
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Enjoy a magnificent road cycling route that leads you to Les Rousses, a picturesque town known for its natural beauty. This 74 km route has an ascent of 1364 m, making it suitable for experienced cyclists. Along the way, you'll pass through scenic landscapes and historic sites.
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Start: Gex City centerGex: Gateway to the Jura Mountain cycling routes
Gex is a picturesque town located in the Rhône-Alpes region of France. As a cyclist, you'll have the opportunity to navigate through charming villages and scenic countryside. The terrain offers a mix of rolling hills and flat routes. While there may not be any well-known climbs in the immediate vicinity, Gex serves as a great base for exploring the cycling routes in the Jura Mountains, with beautiful climbs like Col de la Faucille and Grand Colombier. With its stunning surroundings and accessible cycling routes, Gex is a wonderful destination for road and gravel cyclists.6 km
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Portes SarrazinesAttractionPortes Sarrazines is a historic site with medieval ruins.
11 km
11 km
Col de la Faucille1323 mMountain PassCol de la Faucille offers stunning views of the Jura Mountains.
30 km
30 km
Les RoussesVillageLes Rousses is a charming town surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.
32 km
32 km
Roche de LavennaViewpointRoche de Lavenna is a natural rock formation with ancient legends surrounding it.
50 km
50 km
Saint-CergueVillageMake a stop at Saint-Cergue and discover its enchanting atmosphere.
51 km
51 km
ViewpointViewpointEnjoy breathtaking viewpoints along the route, providing stunning vistas.
70 km
70 km
VesancyVillageDiscover the charms of Vesancy, with its quaint shops and cafes.
74 km
74 km
Finish: Gex City centerGex: Gateway to the Jura Mountain cycling routes
Cycling routes from Gex:
Challenge in the Jura Mountains Around Château de Vesancy Discovering the Geneva Region Scenic Road Route to Les Rousses The Ferney-Voltaire Loop The Jura loop adventure The Gravel Adventure The Jura Mountain Challenge Short Gravel Adventure The Jura Gravel Odyssey Scenic Road Tour in Jura Mountains Gravel Adventure in Jura Mountains Gex to Col de la Faucille Loop
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