Station Prat-Peyrot - Road bike circuit #10

Description

A long but superb bike ride for those who love open spaces to explore the multiple facets of Mont Aigoual ! This circuit is the most handsome and westernmost in the Gard department. It promises a pleasant surprise at every turn : the charming village of Dourbies in its preserved valley, Trèves and its stone lanes at the foot of the limestone cliffs overlooking Le Trévezel, the village of Lanuéjols at the edge of the Causse Noir plateau, the small town of Meyrueis and its centre that sparkles in the sunlight… From Prat Peyrot outdoor activity centre, take the D269 to the Col de La Serreyrède pass, then the D986 to L’Espérou. - At the roundabout, head to Dourbies on the D151. - After the village of Dourbies, continue on the D151 towards Trèves/Nant. - At the Col de la Pierre Plantée pass, take the D47 to Lanuéjols via Trèves. - At Lanuéjols, take the D263 and then the D986 to Meyrueis. - As you leave Meyrueis, head towards Florac on the D996 to the Col de Perjuret pass. - At the Perjuret pass, take the D18 via Cabrillac. - Continue on the D18 to Mont Aigoual. - At the entrance to the parking lot, take the "greenway" - On your right, back to the Prat-Peyrot resort.

Difficulty

Official rating: difficult, by Parc national des Cévennes.

Before you go

• Before committing yourself to a circuit, ensure that it is suitable for your activity level and ability. Respect traffic laws and other road users; stay in control of your speed and trajectory. Make sure to be seen and travel in single file when in a group. Remember that the weather changes quickly in the mountains. Take enough water. Safe trip !

Getting there

Start: Station Prat-Peyrot, Meyrueis (48).

Sources

• Track: Parc national des Cévennes, Licence Ouverte 1.0, Licence Ouverte 1.0 (Etalab) (destination.cevennes-parcnational.fr/trek/95053-En-bordure-des-Causses). Time estimated by GPX Path with the Mac app rule, breaks not included.
• Official elevation gain: 2,087 m, Parc national des Cévennes