Gravel Itinerary n°20 - The Ochres of the Luberon
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Route
Loop
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
6h
Distance
67.40km
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Negative elevation
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The tourist service at Apt :
Between thrills and views, saddle up for the "Les Ocres du Luberon" gravel route! It's THE ideal route for gravel enthusiasts!
This long loop begins with a leisurely start on the Véloroute du Calavon and a few small roads between the already colorful vineyards, then immerses itself in the ochre massif with a severe climb through the forest. After Roussillon, the iconic multicolored village of Luberon ochres, a succession of more or less rolling roads, tracks and paths takes you to Gargas and its gray marls, then Villars and the hill of La Bruyère, to finally reach Rustrel and the famous Provencal Colorado. The steep ascent on the Barriès track leads to the plateau and village of Caseneuve, from where the return journey descends to the flat of the Véloroute du Calavon and the town of Apt.
To be noted
If you notice a problem on one of the Provence cycling routes report it with the Suricate app!: sentinelles.sportsdenature.fr
Access to the massifs
Respect the regulations preserving protected natural areas – find out about restrictions to accessing the massifs during fire risk periods, from 15 June to 15 September.
Before heading out, check the website
Respect the regulations preserving protected natural areas – find out about restrictions to accessing the massifs during fire risk periods, from 15 June to 15 September.
Before heading out, check the website