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Short and Scenic
A road cycling route starting from Villefranche-sur-Saone
Enjoy a short scenic ride with stunning views of the surrounding countryside
Map
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This short route offers stunning views of the countryside and a challenging climb. It has a total ascent of 567 meters over a distance of 38 kilometers. The route starts in Villefranche-sur-Saône and passes through Villefranche-sur-Saône, Notre-Dame-de-Buissante, Charnay, Les Carrières, and Gleizé.
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38 km
567 m
Tough
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Villefranche-sur-Saône City centerVillefranche-sur-Saône: Villefranche-sur-Saône, the gateway to challenging Col du Mont Brouilly climb.
Villefranche-sur-Saône, located in the Rhône-Alpes region of France, offers picturesque road and gravel cycling routes. The locality is surrounded by vineyards and charming countryside, providing scenic views throughout the ride. Cyclists can tackle the Col du Mont Brouilly climb nearby, known for its challenging gradients and vineyard vistas. Villefranche-sur-Saône itself is a tourist hub, with its medieval streets and the historic Rue des Maronniers. With its stunning landscapes and access to renowned climbs, Villefranche-sur-Saône receives a rank of 4.0 km
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Villefranche-sur-SaôneTownVillefranche-sur-Saône is a historic town with a lively market and a rich architectural heritage.
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4 km
Notre-Dame-de-Buissante353 mPeakNotre-Dame-de-Buissante is a famous hilltop chapel known for its stunning views and tranquil atmosphere.
14 km
14 km
CharnayVillageCharnay is a small village with traditional stone houses and picturesque streets.
23 km
23 km
Les CarrièresViewpointLes Carrières is an abandoned stone quarry that has been transformed into a beautiful park with hiking trails and picnic areas.
36 km
36 km
GleizéVillageGleizé is a small town with a beautiful historic center and stunning views of the surrounding vineyards.
38 km
38 km
Finish: Villefranche-sur-Saône City centerVillefranche-sur-Saône: Villefranche-sur-Saône, the gateway to challenging Col du Mont Brouilly climb.
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Gleizé](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/gleize-3.webp)
![Image of Limas](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/limas-4.webp)
![Image of Jassans-Riottier](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/jassans-riottier-5.webp)
![Image of Arnas](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/arnas-4.webp)
![Image of Pommiers](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/pommiers-3.webp)
![Image of Frans](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/frans-5.webp)
![Image of Fareins](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/fareins-5.webp)
![Image of Saint-Didier-de-Formans](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/saint-didier-de-formans-4.webp)
![Image of Anse](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/rhone-alpes/anse-5.webp)