The sources of the Borgne

Road cyclingLoopCévennes

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Key facts

Distance
56.8 km
Ascent
+1,824 m
Descent
−1,204 m
Estimated time
4 hr 05
road cycling
Difficulty
Difficult
official rating
Route
Loop
back to the start

Profile and gradient

  • under 10%
  • 10 to 20%
  • over 20%

Gradient along the route: 56.8 km under 10%. Elevation from 332 m to 860 m over 56.8 km.

Description

Visit the western slope of Mont Aigoual on authentic small roads. The mountain relief appears in shades of blue. Often Mont Ventoux can be seen in the distance, sometimes even the Alps. From Valleraugue, head towards Les Plantiers on the D10 to the Col du Pas pass. - At Col du Pas, take the D193 towards Les Plantiers via Faveyrolles, Monteils. Continue on the D20 to the bridge at Bourgnolle. - At the bridge, climb to St-André de Valborgne on the D907. - Before you reach St-André de Valborgne, take the D10 towards Valleraugue via Les Abrits and the Col de l’Espinas pass. - Continue on the D10 to Valleraugue.

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: Valleraugue, Val-d'Aigoual (30).

Sources

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