Enchastrayes, a region in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, is situated in the Ubaye Valley at an altitude of 1,450 meters. This area is characterized by its dramatic Alpine landscapes, including iconic peaks and diverse terrain that transitions from high-altitude meadows to dense fir forests. The natural features of Enchastrayes, such as its numerous mountain passes and the Ubaye River, provide a varied environment for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Enchastrayes…
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4.5
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4.9
(70)
3,749
riders
60.8km
03:48
1,710m
1,710m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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304
riders
23.8km
01:44
900m
900m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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2,027
riders
155km
08:59
3,720m
3,720m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
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269
riders
31.9km
01:44
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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3.8
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67
riders
83.9km
07:56
2,000m
2,000m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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68
riders
66.8km
05:59
1,680m
1,680m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.9km
01:40
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
26.8km
02:10
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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41
runners
13.9km
02:25
1,000m
1,000m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

38
runners
8.29km
00:53
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
12.1km
02:13
940m
940m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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21
runners
8.66km
01:15
430m
430m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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423
riders
75.2km
05:23
1,550m
1,550m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

180
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33.2km
02:32
850m
840m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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105
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28.0km
02:57
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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109
riders
44.2km
03:08
890m
890m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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65
hikers
15.5km
05:54
1,010m
1,010m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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76
hikers
7.17km
02:32
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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23
hikers
6.32km
02:38
510m
510m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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135
hikers
12.5km
05:00
950m
950m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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53
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.4
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28
riders
17.6km
01:14
170m
170m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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22
riders
15.6km
01:53
640m
640m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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21
riders
18.0km
01:41
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Enchastrayes offers a variety of outdoor activities including road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features over 90 routes across these sports. These activities are set amidst the Alpine landscapes of the Ubaye Valley.
Enchastrayes is known for world-class road cycling, including climbs to legendary mountain passes like Col de la Bonette, Col de Vars, Col d'Allos, and Col de la Cayolle. The region is part of the Route des Grandes Alpes. More information on routes is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Enchastrayes guide.
Enchastrayes and the Ubaye Valley offer over 800 kilometers of marked trails suitable for various hiking levels, from leisurely walks to challenging multi-day treks. Trails lead to summits, mountain lakes like Lac Noir, and scenic passes. Explore options in the Hiking around Enchastrayes guide.
The Ubaye Valley provides 340 kilometers of FFC waymarked cross-country trails, including the 100-kilometer Transubayenne trail. The Pra Loup resort offers enduro and downhill tracks. Trails range from flowy singletrack to technical descents, with difficulties graded from green to black. Find more details in the MTB Trails around Enchastrayes guide.
Enchastrayes is surrounded by peaks such as the Chapeau de Gendarme and Pain de Sucre, with the Ubaye River flowing through the valley. Notable features include high mountain passes like Col de la Bonette and picturesque lakes such as Lac de Serre-Ponçon. The northern part of the Mercantour National Natural Park is also accessible.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region. These include Road Cycling Routes around Enchastrayes, Hiking around Enchastrayes, Cycling around Enchastrayes, and MTB Trails around Enchastrayes. Guides for jogging and gravel biking are also available.
Enchastrayes has attracted more than 29,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from over 800 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Enchastrayes is situated at an altitude of 1,450 meters (4,757 feet) within the Ubaye Valley. The surrounding peaks reach up to 3,000 meters (9,842 feet). This high-altitude setting contributes to the region's diverse terrain and challenging routes.
The extensive network of roads and varied landscapes in Enchastrayes make it suitable for touring cyclists. The region offers numerous cols and diverse scenery for multi-day adventures. The Cycling around Enchastrayes guide provides further information.
Official tourism information for Enchastrayes and the surrounding Ubaye Valley can be found on the Ubaye Tourisme - Le Sauze Tourist Office website. The website address is www.sauze.com. For direct inquiries, the tourist office can be reached by phone.
The Ubaye Tourisme - Le Sauze Tourist Office can be contacted by phone at 04 92 81 05 61. This number provides direct access to local tourism information and assistance. The Mairie (town hall) of Enchastrayes can be reached at 04 92 81 05 48.

