

Cycling day trip from Briançon to Barcelonnette
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Briançon to Barcelonnette
Hop on your bike and gear up for an epic cycling journey from the charming alpine town of Briançon to the picturesque Barcelonnette. This route offers non-stop breathtaking views, with a significant portion of the ride through high-altitude terrains. Set in the heart of the French Alps, Briançon is an idyllic start, known for its stunning fortifications and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your adventure covers about 118 kilometers of varying surfaces, offering a little bit of everything — from gravel stretches to quiet roads perfect for soaking in the serene mountain ambiance. As you ascend toward the route’s peak, you’ll reach max elevations of over 2800 meters, providing panoramic vistas that are well worth the climb. Be prepared for some exercise, as the total ascent is nearly 6000 meters!
Once you stand at the top, wheeling down towards Barcelonnette is a thrilling reward. Your end destination, nestled in the Ubaye Valley, is a delightful spot. It's known for its vibrant culture, with a few hints of Mexican influence due to historical migration. It's a perfect spot to relax and reflect on your grand alpine cycling feat among beautiful mountain views. Enjoy every pedal and keep an eye out for hidden gems along the way!
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RGA - ÉTAPE 5/7
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 99.7 km
- Distance
- 2,181 m
- Ascent
- 2,264 m
- Descent
RdGA - Stage 5
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 99.1 km
- Distance
- 2,212 m
- Ascent
- 2,292 m
- Descent
RGA - ÉTAPE 4/5 partie 1
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 99.7 km
- Distance
- 3,082 m
- Ascent
- 3,162 m
- Descent
Francia Alpok 05 vándor
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 103.8 km
- Distance
- 2,173 m
- Ascent
- 2,336 m
- Descent
Briançon - Barcelonnette
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 99.1 km
- Distance
- 2,224 m
- Ascent
- 2,303 m
- Descent
RR Briancon to Barcelonette
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 99.8 km
- Distance
- 2,349 m
- Ascent
- 2,434 m
- Descent
BRUTAL-2017-Tag4-Briancon-Barcelonnette-plus-Bonnette
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 143.1 km
- Distance
- 3,768 m
- Ascent
- 3,836 m
- Descent
Fra - day 6
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 101 km
- Distance
- 2,151 m
- Ascent
- 2,263 m
- Descent
Etape 5
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 98.2 km
- Distance
- 4,448 m
- Ascent
- 4,519 m
- Descent
Route des Grand Alps Teil 5
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 103.1 km
- Distance
- 2,482 m
- Ascent
- 2,317 m
- Descent
4. Briançon - col de la Cayolle
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 137.7 km
- Distance
- 3,274 m
- Ascent
- 2,699 m
- Descent
Wangen-Nizza Etappe 6 Briancon bis Barcelonnette via Col d'Izoard
Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 99.7 km
- Distance
- 2,208 m
- Ascent
- 2,282 m
- Descent
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- Briançon - Barcelonnette
- Distance
- 99.1 km
- Ascent
- 2,224 m
- Descent
- 2,303 m
- Location
- Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- RR Briancon to Barcelonette
- Distance
- 99.8 km
- Ascent
- 2,349 m
- Descent
- 2,434 m
- Location
- Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- BRUTAL-2017-Tag4-Briancon-Barcelonnette-plus-Bonnette
- Distance
- 143.1 km
- Ascent
- 3,768 m
- Descent
- 3,836 m
- Location
- Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- Fra - day 6
- Distance
- 101 km
- Ascent
- 2,151 m
- Descent
- 2,263 m
- Location
- Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- Etape 5
- Distance
- 98.2 km
- Ascent
- 4,448 m
- Descent
- 4,519 m
- Location
- Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- Route des Grand Alps Teil 5
- Distance
- 103.1 km
- Ascent
- 2,482 m
- Descent
- 2,317 m
- Location
- Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- 4. Briançon - col de la Cayolle
- Distance
- 137.7 km
- Ascent
- 3,274 m
- Descent
- 2,699 m
- Location
- Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
- Wangen-Nizza Etappe 6 Briancon bis Barcelonnette via Col d'Izoard
- Distance
- 99.7 km
- Ascent
- 2,208 m
- Descent
- 2,282 m
- Location
- Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France
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