The Bear and the Lion – Descent of Bois de Païolive loop from Joyeuse
The Bear and the Lion – Descent of Bois de Païolive loop from Joyeuse
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The Bear and the Lion – Descent of Bois de Païolive loop from Joyeuse
02:40
42.1km
460m
Mountain biking
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: October 8, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
Please check local regulations for:
Parc naturel régional des Monts d'Ardèche
Parc national des Cévennes (aire d'adhésion)
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
15.1 km
Single-trail in the forrest between rocks
Highlight (Segment) • Other
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16.6 km
The Bear and the Lion
Highlight • Natural Monument
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Tip by
16.8 km
Descent of Bois de Païolive
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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33.0 km
Djungle road
Highlight • Other
Tip by
41.5 km
Historic center of Joyeuse
Highlight • Historical Site
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Tip by
42.1 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
29.5 km
4.90 km
4.38 km
2.54 km
374 m
318 m
Surfaces
30.1 km
5.87 km
5.00 km
643 m
434 m
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Friday 9 October
23°C
11°C
36 %
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