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Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Largentière
Joyeuse

Superb valley views – View of the Ardèche loop from Joyeuse

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Road cycling routes
France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Largentière
Joyeuse

Superb valley views – View of the Ardèche loop from Joyeuse

Moderate

5.0

(4)

92

riders

Superb valley views – View of the Ardèche loop from Joyeuse

01:18

27.8km

350m

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 26, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel régional des Monts d'Ardèche

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

5.06 km

Superb valley views

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As you climb above the hamlet of Les Granges on the road to Chapias, you will be rewarded with superb views of the valley that open up before you. The winding road offers a mixture of gentle climbs and descents, making it an ideal cycle touring route to soak up the serene scenery.

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12.8 km

3

12.9 km

View of the Ardèche

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4

13.0 km

Ancient Bridge Arch

Highlight • Bridge

beautiful landscape, not many circuits

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5

14.0 km

A memorable bike ride, simply splendid! A must for your bike outings in the area.

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6

14.0 km

Ruoms Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

Tourist route along the D4 towards Largentière, dug into the rock in the 19th century and offering a spectacular view of the limestone cliffs.

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7

16.6 km

Défilé de Ruoms

Highlight • Gorge

Road along the rocky landscape.

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8

27.5 km

Old Town of Joyeuse

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Small town from the 12th century with a beautiful old town.

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27.8 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.0 km

5.01 km

705 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.5 km

206 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 8 November

14°C

9°C

68 %

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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