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Grand Ventoux
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49.8km
2,290m
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The longest and most demanding course in this Collection! The Grand Ventoux takes on the giant of Provence and offers you a unique Tour.
Like routes 11, 12 and 13, the route begins with the ocher quarries of Bédoin before beginning the long climb to the summit. En route, you switch to the north slope and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Baronnies Provençales.
The route continues in the national forest of Mont Ventoux before taking a forest track with a descending profile. This leads you below the summit into the bare and mineral part which characterizes this mountain.
The arrival at the summit is sublime, if the weather is clear a 360 degree panorama opens up to you. The following part is perhaps the most beautiful! You follow the ridge line towards the Tête de la Grave. Think about your windbreaker because it is common to see strong gusts sweeping these hills.
The route passes near Chalet Reynard. I invite you to take the detour to refuel. Public toilets allow you to fill your flasks with water and if you feel like it, the chalet bar will offer pancakes, waffles and other snacks.
The descent is along the Combe de la Grave, in a shaded part before exploring the numerous valleys of the southern slope and reaching Bédoin.
Last updated: June 10, 2024
Tips
Includes a segment that may be dangerous
A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
After 16.4 km for 492 m
Waypoints
Start point
3.30 km
The ochres of Bédoin
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11.9 km
Single panoramic
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The path is panoramic and offers superb views of the valley and the Mont-Ventoux regional natural park.
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25.2 km
Mont Ventoux summit
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On this square are the Belvedere of Provence which offers views of the Albion plateau to the Mediterranean and the Belvedere of the Alps which opens onto the northern part. On a clear day, you can clearly see the department of Drôme, the Pre-Alps and the Alps.
By climbing slightly to the base of the antenna, you will be able to read below written on the ground, in large figures, the new official measurement of the Giant of Provence by the IGN: 1,910 meters.
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28.7 km
Grand panorama
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49.8 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
26.3 km
17.5 km
2.33 km
1.69 km
880 m
523 m
473 m
Surfaces
32.9 km
7.09 km
5.23 km
1.93 km
1.47 km
607 m
523 m
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October 3, 2023
The longest and most demanding course in this Collection! The Grand Ventoux takes on the giant of Provence and offers you a unique Tour.
Like routes 11, 12 and 13, the route begins with the ocher quarries of Bédoin before beginning the long climb to the summit. En route, you switch to the north slope
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