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The Hilly Adventure
A road cycling route starting from Saint-Martin-la-Plaine
Embark on a hilly adventure through the Rhône-Alpes region
Map
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Get ready for a thrilling hilly adventure in the stunning Rhône-Alpes region. This road cycling route covers a distance of 110 kilometers with an ascent of 1589 meters, making it the perfect challenge for seasoned cyclists. Highlights along the way include Châteauneuf, Ampuis, La Chapelle-de-Surieu, Peyraud, Point de Vue de la Madone, Pélussin, Col de Pavezin, Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez, and Rive-de-Gier.
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110 km
1589 m
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Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Rive-de-Gier City centerSaint-Martin-la-Plaine: Picturesque countryside and well-developed cycling infrastructure.
Saint-Martin-la-Plaine is a commune situated in the Rhône-Alpes region of France. When it comes to cycling, the area offers excellent possibilities for both road and gravel cyclists. The town has well-developed cycling infrastructure and is surrounded by beautiful scenic routes. While there are no famous cycling locations nearby, Saint-Martin-la-Plaine attracts cyclists with its pleasant countryside scenery and good conditions for cycling. It ranks high on the cyclist-friendly scale and is a recommended destination for cycling enthusiasts.2 km
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ChâteauneufVillageDiscover the historic beauty of Châteauneuf and admire its ancient castle ruins.
26 km
26 km
AmpuisVillagePass through Ampuis, known for its world-class wine production and charming vineyards.
45 km
45 km
La Chapelle-de-SurieuVillageCycle through La Chapelle-de-Surieu and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this small village.
66 km
66 km
PeyraudVillage69 km
69 km
Point de Vue de la MadoneViewpointEnjoy panoramic views from Point de Vue de la Madone, a scenic viewpoint overlooking the region.
89 km
89 km
PélussinVillageVisit Pélussin, a historic town with stunning medieval architecture and beautiful scenery.
97 km
97 km
Col de Pavezin652 mMountain PassChallenge yourself with the ascent to Col de Pavezin, a classic climb cherished by cyclists.
102 km
102 km
Sainte-Croix-en-JarezVillageDiscover the picturesque village of Saint-Croix-en-Jarez, nestled in the mountains.
110 km
110 km
Rive-de-GierTownVisit Rive-de-Gier, a historic town with a bustling market and picturesque riverside views.
110 km
110 km
Finish: Rive-de-Gier City centerSaint-Martin-la-Plaine: Picturesque countryside and well-developed cycling infrastructure.
Cycling routes from Saint-Martin-la-Plaine:
The Gravel Escape Gravel Adventure near Saint-Martin-la-Plaine The Piralougnon Loop The Table d'Orientation Gravel Adventure The Grand-Croix Adventure The Hilly Adventure The Mountain Loop The Gravel Escape The Gravel Adventure The Scenic Ride Gravel Adventure Road Explorer Saint-Martin-la-Plaine to Cellieu and Mont Morin Saint-Martin-la-Plaine to Chaponost and Châteauneuf
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Saint-Joseph](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/saint-joseph-3.webp)
![Image of Rive-de-Gier](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/rive-de-gier-5.webp)
![Image of Lorette](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/lorette-4.webp)
![Image of Saint-Maurice-sur-Dargoire](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/saint-maurice-sur-dargoire-4.webp)
![Image of Cellieu](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/cellieu-5.webp)
![Image of La Grand-Croix](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/la-grand-croix-5.webp)
![Image of Saint-Paul-en-Jarez](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/saint-paul-en-jarez-5.webp)
![Image of Mornant](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/mornant-5.webp)
![Image of Saint-Chamond](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/saint-chamond-5.webp)