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La Verpillière - Colombier-Saugnieu - Janneyrias - Montluel - Panorama St Barthélémy - Villette-d'Anthon - Chavagneux - Croix de l'Eperon - Château Coron


A gravel cycling route starting from La Verpilliere

A scenic gravel cycling route with panoramic viewpoints and historical landmarks

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This 68 km gravel cycling route takes you through scenic landscapes, panoramic viewpoints, and historical landmarks. The route covers Colombier-Saugnieu, Janneyrias, Montluel, Panorama St Barthélémy, Villette-d'Anthon, Chavagneux, Croix de l'Eperon, and Château Coron. With a moderate elevation gain of 335 meters, it is suitable for gravel cyclists of moderate skill level.

gravel
68 km
335 m
Chill
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: La Verpillière Village center
La Verpillière: Cycling enthusiasts will love scenic La Verpillière, France.
La Verpillière in Rhône-Alpes, France is a cyclist-friendly locality surrounded by picturesque landscapes. The region boasts well-marked cycling routes suitable for road and gravel cyclists, along with relatively quiet roads for peaceful riding. Additionally, La Verpillière is located near the scenic Monteynard Lake, offering cyclists the opportunity to combine their rides with breathtaking lake views. While not featuring any famous climbs directly in the locality, it serves as a convenient base for accessing nearby well-known climbs. La Verpillière earns a ranking of 4 for its scenic and accessible cycling routes.
Colombier-SaugnieuVillage
Colombier-Saugnieu, a charming village with beautiful traditional houses and a lively local market.
JanneyriasVillage
Janneyrias, a historical village with well-preserved medieval buildings and a central square.
MontluelVillage
Montluel, a picturesque town with a medieval castle and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Panorama St BarthélémyViewpoint
Panorama St Barthélémy, a viewpoint offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
Villette-d'AnthonVillage
Villette-d'Anthon, a small village known for its peaceful atmosphere and charming countryside.
ChavagneuxVillage
Chavagneux, a historic village with a beautifully preserved 14th-century church and traditional stone houses.
Croix de l'EperonViewpoint
Croix de l'Eperon, a religious monument with a stone cross and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Château CoronCastle
Finish: La Verpillière Village center
La Verpillière: Cycling enthusiasts will love scenic La Verpillière, France.

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