Le gravelMountain biking, a cycling discipline situated halfway between road cycling and mountain biking, is attracting more and more enthusiasts. It is practiced mainly on... unpaved roads – tracks, gravel roads, farm or forest tracks – all while retaining the spirit of road cycling: a taste for effort, endurance, distance, and touring. Gravel riding is experiencing a strong growth in Francedriven by a growing interest in outdoor activities, exploring new territories and the pleasure of driving away from major roads.
In this context, theGrand Avignon Tourist Office enriches its cycling offering with six new gravel loopsdesigned to meet all levels of practice, from beginners to the most experienced cyclists.
Six gravel routes through the heart of the landscapes of Grand Avignon
Of a length between 20 and 96 kilometersthese gravel loops (not marked on the ground) allow you to travel across the territory on the two banks of the Rhône, passing through iconic landscapes: scrubland, canals, vineyards, hilltop villages, natural massifs and major heritage sites.
Easy loops to discover gravel riding gently
Both green loops, from Villeneuve lez Avignon and Velleronare ideal for a first gravel experienceShort, accessible and without technical difficulty, they follow cycle paths, rolling terrain and quiet country roads. They offer a gradual immersion in heritage, agricultural landscapes and natural spaces, perfect for getting started with gravel riding in Provence.
Boucle gravel Canaux & Monts de Vaucluse
Easy level
Boucle gravel Sur les Rives du Rhône
Easy level
Intermediate routes to increase distances
The blue curls, from Velleron and Caumont-on-DuranceThese routes are designed for participants already comfortable with moderate elevation changes. They allow you to progressing in gravel riding while discovering the villages of Mont de Vaucluse, the valley of the Sorgue and the open landscapes between Durance and VentouxThese balanced routes combine smooth tracks, small roads and remarkable panoramas.
Boucle gravel entre Durance et Sorgue
Moderate level
Boucle gravel Canaux & Villages perchés
Moderate level
Challenging long-distance routes for experienced cyclists
Both red curls, from Pujaut andAvignonoffer genuine long-distance gravel adventuresDemanding and immersive, they traverse the scrubland, Pont du Gard, the Alpilles and the Montagnette massif, recently reopened to the public. These routes link world heritage sites, charming villages and preserved natural areas, for a complete and spectacular gravel riding experience.
Boucle gravel Garrigue & Pont du Gard
Difficult level
Boucle gravel D’Avignon Aux Alpilles
Difficult level
👉 Whether for a discovery outing, a sporting day, or a long-distance challenge, the gravel loops of Grand Avignon offer a new way to explore Provence, between nature, heritage and freedom.
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