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From Pollionnay to Montanay
A road cycling route starting from Pollionnay
Explore the scenic route to Montanay
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This 100km road cycling route takes you on a scenic journey from Pollionnay to Montanay. Along the way, you'll pass by highlights such as Niévroz, La Jetée, Mini World Lyon, Musée des Confluences, Grézieu-la-Varenne, Limonest, and Mont Thou. The overall difficulty of this route is moderate, suitable for a well-trained amateur cyclist. With a mix of flat and hilly sections, it offers a challenging yet rewarding ride. The epicness of this route is rated at 3 out of 5, providing a memorable cycling experience. Highlights along the route include Montanay, a charming village with historic architecture, and Musée des Confluences, a renowned museum in Lyon.
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Highlights on the route
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Start: Pollionnay Village centerPollionnay: Picturesque landscapes and close to iconic Mont Ventoux.
Pollionnay is a locality situated in the Rhône-Alpes region of France. Cyclists visiting Pollionnay can enjoy scenic rides through picturesque landscapes with rolling hills and vineyards dotting the region. The area offers a combination of quiet country roads and challenging climbs, making it suitable for road and gravel cyclists. Additionally, Pollionnay is close to the famous Mont Ventoux, a legendary climb known for its steep slopes and incredible views. With its charming countryside scenery and proximity to iconic cycling locations, Pollionnay is a great destination for cyclists.0 km
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PollionnayVillagePollionnay is a picturesque village located in the countryside of Rhône-Alpes, offering an idyllic starting point for your cycling adventure.
17 km
17 km
LimonestVillageLimonest is a small town known for its historic buildings and beautiful views over Lyon.
21 km
21 km
Mont Thou609 mPeakMont Thou is a scenic hill offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and Lyon in the distance.
29 km
29 km
MontanayVillageMontanay is a picturesque village with beautiful architecture and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
51 km
51 km
NiévrozVillageNiévroz is a small village known for its charming streets and peaceful atmosphere.
64 km
64 km
La JetéeViewpointLa Jetée is a historic pier that offers panoramic views of the Saône River and Lyon's cityscape.
70 km
70 km
Mini World LyonAttractionMini World Lyon is a miniature park featuring detailed recreations of famous landmarks from around the world, including a miniature version of Lyon.
80 km
80 km
Musée des ConfluencesShelterMusée des Confluences is a striking contemporary museum that showcases natural history, anthropology, and science in Lyon.
96 km
96 km
Grézieu-la-VarenneVillageGrézieu-la-Varenne is a charming village with traditional houses and a peaceful atmosphere.
100 km
100 km
Finish: Pollionnay Village centerPollionnay: Picturesque landscapes and close to iconic Mont Ventoux.
Cycling routes from Pollionnay:
From Pollionnay to Montanay Gravel Adventure to La Poizatière Gravel Adventure to Château de Sain-Bel Countryside Exploration to Craponne Grueling Gravel Adventure to Saint-Martin-en-Haut Riottier Explorer Chaponost Loop Pollionnay to Saint-Genis-les-Ollières Loop Scenic Loop to Saint-Bonnet-le-Froid Châtillon to La Rapaudière Loop
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Sainte-Consorce](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/sainte-consorce-5.webp)
![Image of Grézieu-la-Varenne](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/grezieu-la-varenne-4.webp)
![Image of Vaugneray](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/vaugneray-4.webp)
![Image of Saint-Pierre-la-Palud](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/saint-pierre-la-palud-5.webp)
![Image of Saint-Genis-les-Ollières](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/saint-genis-les-ollieres-5.webp)
![Image of Craponne](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/craponne-4.webp)
![Image of Brindas](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/brindas-4.webp)
![Image of Sourcieux-les-Mines](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/sourcieux-les-mines-5.webp)
![Image of Lentilly](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/lentilly-5.webp)