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Saint-Julien-en-Saint-Alban Loop


A road cycling route starting from Le Pouzin

Experience a challenging road cycling loop with beautiful scenery and thrilling climbs

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The Saint-Julien-en-Saint-Alban Loop is a challenging road cycling route that takes you through stunning scenery and exhilarating climbs. With a distance of 82 kilometers and an ascent of 1691 meters, this loop offers a great workout for experienced cyclists. Highlights along the way include the picturesque village of Saint-Julien-en-Saint-Alban, the Serre de la Cheline mountain pass, the charming town of Vernoux-en-Vivarais, and the scenic Col de Rotisson. The difficulty level of this route is high, with a rating of 5, as it features challenging climbs and steep descents. The epicness rating is 3, as it offers beautiful scenery but lacks any legendary climbs or famous spots.

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82 km
1691 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Le Pouzin Village center
Le Pouzin: A scenic commune, offering access to prestigious bike race routes and picturesque landscapes.
Le Pouzin is a commune located in the Rhône-Alpes region of France. As a cyclist, you will enjoy scenic routes along the Rhône River and picturesque countryside. Le Pouzin itself is not particularly renowned for cycling-related spots or climbs, but the surrounding area offers a variety of road and gravel routes suitable for all skill levels. One famous cycling location nearby is Mont Ventoux, known for its challenging ascent featured in prestigious bike races such as the Tour de France. Overall, Le Pouzin provides a pleasant cycling base with opportunities to explore iconic climbs and picturesque landscapes.
Saint-Julien-en-Saint-AlbanVillage
Saint-Julien-en-Saint-Alban is a picturesque village with a charming old town center and beautiful views.
Serre de la Cheline736 mPeak
The Serre de la Cheline mountain pass offers breathtaking views and challenging climbing.
Saint-Fortunat-sur-EyrieuxVillage
Saint-Fortunat-sur-Eyrieux is a charming town located on the banks of the Eyrieux River, with beautiful old streets and a lively market.
Vernoux-en-VivaraisVillage
Vernoux-en-Vivarais is a small town with a rich history and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Col de la Justice679 mMountain Pass
Col de la Justice is a challenging climb with steep sections and breathtaking views.
Col de Rotisson428 mMountain Pass
Col de Rotisson is a scenic mountain pass offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area.
BeauchastelVillage
Beauchastel is a charming village with cobbled streets and beautiful old houses.
Le PouzinVillage
Le Pouzin is a bustling town located on the banks of the Rhône River, with a charming old town and beautiful riverfront.
Finish: Le Pouzin Village center
Le Pouzin: A scenic commune, offering access to prestigious bike race routes and picturesque landscapes.

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