Faucharat Viewpoint – Col de l'Œillon (1233 m) loop from Pélussin

Faucharat Viewpoint – Col de l'Œillon (1233 m) loop from Pélussin

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Faucharat Viewpoint – Col de l'Œillon (1233 m) loop from Pélussin

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26.3km

840m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. 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 25, 2026

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Parc naturel régional du Pilat

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.96 km

To Col de l'Oeillon

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Still around 10 km at 7% average.

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5.81 km

Route to Col de l'Oeillon

Highlight • Climb

The road here is in good condition, unlike the 2-3 km segment following the Croix du Collet, with very irregular tarmac.

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8.69 km

Croix du Collet

Highlight • Rest Area

The Croix du Collet is a pass of Pilat. It is the meeting point for cyclists, hikers, trail runners and other nature lovers.

An inn is located at the pass and allows you to taste local specialties.

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10.2 km

Chapel of La Madeleine

Highlight • Religious Site

Officially referenced pass, on the Col de l'Oeillon road.

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12.8 km

Faucharat Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Belvedere just before the Col de l'Oeillon, which offers a magnificent view of the Alps and the Rhône valley.

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13.2 km

Col de l'Œillon (1233 m)

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Col classified out of category from the banks of the Rhône, not so common outside the Alps!
Possible extension to Crêt de l'Oeillon about 15min.
Superb 360 panorama!

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13.3 km

Faucharat Viewpoint

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Balcony section offering a magnificent view towards the Rhône valley and the Alps.

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17.7 km

Road to Col de l'Oeillon

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The tarmac of the last four km between the Croix du Collet and the Col de l'Oeillon has been partially redone, especially in the direction of the climb (observation in October 2024).

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26.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.9 km

400 m

Surfaces

25.7 km

538 m