Scenic Road Bike Loop through Chevrières and Crêt Malherbe
A road cycling route starting from Saint-Heand
Embark on a scenic road bike adventure through Chevrières and conquer the challenging ascent of Crêt Malherbe.
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This scenic road bike loop covers 56 kilometers and includes a total ascent of 874 meters. Explore the charming towns of Chevrières and Saint-Christo-en-Jarez along the way. Suitable for intermediate level cyclists with some hill climbing experience.
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56 km
874 m
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Start: Saint-Héand Village centerSaint-Héand: Experience Scenic Countryside Routes and Conquer the Col de la République
Saint-Héand is a charming locality located in the Rhône-Alpes region of France. From a cyclist's perspective, Saint-Héand offers scenic countryside routes with rolling hills, making it suitable for road and gravel cycling. Cyclists can enjoy riding through picturesque landscapes and explore quaint villages along the way. Saint-Héand is also home to the Col de la République, a renowned climb with a challenging ascent. With its scenic routes and famous climb, Saint-Héand is a great destination for cyclists seeking a rewarding cycling experience.8 km
8 km
ChevrièresVillageDiscover the picturesque village of Chevrières, known for its beautifully preserved medieval architecture.
20 km
20 km
CoiseVillagePass through Coise, a charming town surrounded by forests and rolling hills.
32 km
32 km
Sainte-CatherineVillageVisit Sainte-Catherine, a peaceful village nestled in the hills, offering beautiful views of the surrounding landscape.
36 km
36 km
Petit Châtelard831 mPeakCycle past Petit Châtelard, a quaint hamlet with traditional stone houses and stunning views.
41 km
41 km
Crêt Malherbe943 mPeakConquer the challenging ascent of Crêt Malherbe, rewarded with panoramic views at the top.
45 km
45 km
Saint-Christo-en-JarezVillageExplore Saint-Christo-en-Jarez, a picturesque village renowned for its medieval castle ruins.
51 km
51 km
Mont Morin821 mPeakPass by Mont Morin, a scenic viewpoint offering stunning vistas of the surrounding countryside.
56 km
56 km
Finish: Saint-Héand Village centerSaint-Héand: Experience Scenic Countryside Routes and Conquer the Col de la République
Cycling routes from Saint-Heand:
The Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert Loop The Chazelles-sur-Lyon Gravel Challenge The Scenic Hilltops Circuit Picturesque Road Cycling Route through Aveizieux and Marcenod Gravel Adventure through La Gimond and Valfleury The Crêt Malherbe Gravel Adventure Gravel Adventure through Saint-Héand and Saint-Chamond Scenic Road Bike Loop through Chevrières and Crêt Malherbe Saint-Héand to Château de Malval Circular Road Cycling Route through Saint-Héand and Col de Pavezin The Aveizieux Gravel Adventure The Grand Gravel Tour
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