Abbaye de Léoncel – Pioneer Pass loop from Léoncel

Abbaye de Léoncel – Pioneer Pass loop from Léoncel

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Abbaye de Léoncel – Pioneer Pass loop from Léoncel

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56.4km

1,350m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 4.30 km for 17.5 km

Closed: • December-April (otherwise open)

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336 m

Abbaye de Léoncel

Highlight • Religious Site

At the end of the descent from the Col de la Bataille (or at the start of the climb, depending on your direction), you can admire this large Cistercian abbey, …

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8.47 km

Col de la Bataille (1313 m)

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The origin of the name of this pass is not known. There are three theories: the most likely of these is a reference to the north and south winds, which …

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8.72 km

Intermediate pass that is comparatively easy to experience from Léoncel. The landscape around the Col is so haunted by the wind that the tree line is hardly higher. Worthwhile views towards Gorge d'Omblèze and the Tête de la dame.

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11.4 km

Gardiol Refuge

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Nice passage where you can stop to get water, take a break at the refuge, have a nap or even spend the night. The refuge is unguarded. At the end …

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23.1 km

Pioneer Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Difficult, but very nice passage. In the early morning many deer to observe

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27.7 km

Cross Pass

Highlight • Other

The climb is particularly appreciated for its tranquility, low vehicular traffic, and the beauty of the surrounding rural landscape, characterized by Clairette de Die vineyards in the lower part and forests typical of the French pre-Apennines.

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