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Cycling day trip from Briançon to Barcelonnette

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Briançon to Barcelonnette

13 h 5 min
Duration
118.1 km
Distance
5,973 m
Ascent
6,137 m
Descent
9 km/h
Avg. speed
2,863 m
Max. altitude

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
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Joris LESUEUR
1

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
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Thijs Mulder
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RdGA - Stage 5

Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France

Briancon - Barcelonette Col d'Izoard - Col de Vars
99.1 km
Distance
2,212 m
Ascent
2,292 m
Descent
RGA - ÉTAPE 4/5 partie 1
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0

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
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Simon Andor
0

Francia Alpok 05 vándor

Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France

Col d'Izoard (2361 m)
103.8 km
Distance
2,173 m
Ascent
2,336 m
Descent
Briançon - Barcelonnette
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Briançon - Barcelonnette

Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France

dag 5: Briançon - Barcelonnette
99.1 km
Distance
2,224 m
Ascent
2,303 m
Descent
RR Briancon to Barcelonette
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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
1

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
0

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
0

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
1

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
0

4. Briançon - col de la Cayolle

Cycling route in Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France

col de l'Izoard, col de Vars, col de la Cayolle 3760 D+
137.7 km
Distance
3,274 m
Ascent
2,699 m
Descent
Wangen-Nizza Etappe 6 Briancon bis Barcelonnette via Col d'Izoard
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Andi Pfaff
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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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