Sport and nature

The Giant of Provence - North Face

A challenge for thrill-seekers.

©Damien Rosso
Adventurer
Gravel
Athletic

Between technical forest trails, stony climbs et fast descents, this route takes you to the heart of the Ventoux massif. Prepare your calves!

You'll love this gravel adventure on the legendary slopes of Mont Ventoux.

From The markets of Malaucène, embark on a exceptional gravel route between wild valleys, deep forests and magnificent panoramas. The road first winds its way towards the hamlet of Vauxnestled in the heart of the valley Toulourencbefore climbing towards Saint-Leger-du-VentouxYou then join the GR4 for a superb forest crossing to the hamlet of Bernard-la FrachePrepare yourself for a sporty 15 km climb along a forest track up to the Mont Serein stationA pure gravel riding moment in the heart of nature. The rest of the route offers you a breathtaking panoramic view on the legendary Route of the 1500, until Le Chalet Reynard before climbing the Giant of Provence via the legendary route of BedoinThe return to The markets of Malaucène concludes this iconic exit, an gravel challenge tailored for the most experienced cyclists in search of thrills and exceptional scenery.

Difficult Loop
88,71 km 5h
Positive elevation
2524 m +
Departure / Arrival
Malaucène / Malaucène
Parking
Palivettes Parking
Ventoux Provence Tourist Office

Office de Tourisme Intercommunal
Ventoux-Provence
374 Av. Jean Jaurès - 84200 Carpentras

Phone: + 33 (0) 4 90 63 00 78

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