Mont Ventoux by mountain bike: 9 routes to challenge experienced riders
Get ready to unleash your inner adventurer with the mountain biking trails of Mont Ventoux! Experience the exhilarating rush of heart-pounding ascents, challenging descents, and winding paths that weave through stunning landscapes. Designed for seasoned riders, these routes take you through the majestic slopes of the Giant of Provence, past the breathtaking Dentelles de Montmirail, and into the captivating terrain of Sault. Grab your mountain bike and gear up for a memorable ride filled with adrenaline and stunning views!
1. Le Pavillon Rolland
Level: Red Trail, n°02
Start: Bédoin, Municipal Camping
Distance: 23 km
Elevation Gain: +650 m
This challenging 23 km loop takes seasoned riders through the ochre lands of the Demoiselles Coiffées and the initial foothills of Mont Ventoux.
2. Le Chalet Reynard
Level: Red Trail, n°03
Start: Bédoin, Chalet Reynard
Distance: 12.5 km
Elevation Gain: +400 m
A fun circuit that leads you through the picturesque Chalet Reynard area and the beautiful Ventoux forest, with a recommended stop at Font d’Angiou for a refreshing break.
©Damien Rosso 3. The home of lavender
Level: Red Trail, n°08
Start: Sault, Parking des Aires or Albion Cycles (D950)
Distance: 25 km
Elevation Gain: +420 m
Immerse yourself in the stunning lavender fields of the region while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding villages and landscapes on this challenging route.
4. From Sault to Brouville
Level: Red Trail, n°09
Start: Sault, Parking des Aires or Albion Cycles (D950)
Distance: 24 km
Elevation Gain: +500 m
This trail, flanked by lavender and spelt fields, offers breathtaking views of Mont Ventoux as it takes you across the expansive Sault plateau.
5. The Foothills of the Vaucluse Mountains at Pernes-les-Fontaines
Level: Red Trail, n°11
Departure : Pernes-les-Fontaines, Sports Complex
Distance: 21 km
Elevation Gain: +420 m
A lovely loop that alternates between smooth paths, the banks of the Carpentras canal, and technical trails, immersing you in the diverse landscapes of the Vaucluse mountains.
6. The Gateway to the Nesque
Level: Red Trail, n°13
Start: Villes-sur-Auzon, Villeneuve Street Parking
Distance: 22 km
Elevation Gain: +660 m
This physical circuit reveals spectacular viewpoints of Mont Ventoux and the surrounding nature, with technical sections for enthusiasts of this type of ride.
7. Grand Alizier
Level: Red Trail, n°18
Start: Vaison-la-Romaine
Distance: 19 km
Elevation Gain: +500 m
Gain altitude in Vaison-la-Romaine and admire the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux on this exhilarating cross-country loop.
8. Les Terres Rouges
Level: Red Trail, n°20
Start: Malaucène, Palivettes Parking
Distance: 14 km
Elevation Gain: +310 m
This trail showcases the distinctive red earth of Malaucène, offering unique sensations and stunning views of the region.
9. Enduro du Ventoux, South face
Level: Red Trail, n°05
Start: Bédoin, Col des Tempêtes or Chalet Reynard
Distance: 25 km
Elevation Gain: -1600 m
This enduro trail offers breathtaking panoramas of the Alps and Provence, featuring a thrilling technical descent that will delight adrenaline junkies.
Discover all the trails on the Mont-Ventoux Regional Nature Park MTB map.
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