Portillón Pass – Sidonie Waterfall loop from Bagnères-de-Luchon

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Portillón Pass – Sidonie Waterfall loop from Bagnères-de-Luchon

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Portillón Pass – Sidonie Waterfall loop from Bagnères-de-Luchon

03:05

36.5km

1,250m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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9.75 km

Hairpin Bends of Col du Portillon

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Hard bends before reaching the end of the Col du Portillon

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9.95 km

Portillón Pass

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The Col du Portillón is a short but intense mountain pass that connects the Aran Valley to France via a narrow, shady road through forests. Its ascent, with its pleasant slopes, is highly appreciated by local and professional cyclists.

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9.97 km

Col du Portillon Signpost

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Col dur Portillon should not be underestimated, from Luchin it is short but the last 4km are hard and give no break

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10.3 km

Portilhon Pass (Col du Portillón)

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Col du Portillon should not be underestimated. Although not as famous as its neighbouring cols, this col is hard and steep, specially on the last km

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13.5 km

Cyclists' Monument at Mirador del Portillón

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This site honors the seven Spanish cyclists who have won the Tour de France, celebrating their achievements in one of the most prestigious events in professional cycling

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13.5 km

Monument to Spanish Tour de France Winners and View of the Val d'Aran

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Each bend preceding the stele from Bossost honors one of the Spanish winners of the great loop up to the stele which recapitulates these victories. The point of view is worth making a small contemplative stop.

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18.2 km

Ascent to Col du Portillon from Bossòst

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The Col du Portillon is an emblematic pass of the Pyrenees and the Tour de France. Perched on the border between France and Spain, it peaks at 1,293 meters above …

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