ルピュイサントレパレードでののおすすめグラベルライド

いるべき場所。

湖のあるダム。ダムのすぐ上を通る道があり、その上には水源と小さなカフェがあります。

The dam of Lake Zola can be reached via beautiful trails. It was built between 1847 and 1854 and is one of the first arch dams in the world; according to Wikipedia, it may even be the very first. The lake served to supply Aix-en-Provence with drinking water, which was piped there via an aqueduct. A beautiful destination directly from Aix, or from Le Tholonet.

From the east, the Col des Portes is very gentle, with the gradient barely noticeable. This makes the quiet, narrow road all the more enjoyable. From the west, the gradient is significantly steeper, especially in the final climb.

It has been ridden several times in the Tour de France. The pass is regularly part of the Critérium du Dauphiné, an important preparation race for the Tour de France. From Grenoble, the climb offers over 1,000 meters of elevation in one go. The Col de Porte is a pass that is attractive to cyclists and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountain landscape.

This spot is unique because it combines several types of environments, the edge of the Arc along a very bucolic path, a touch of urban planning, the crossing of the red earth, the magnificent climb to the dam in a very Provençal environment, the ridge after the dam and the descent into the woods until you reach the town and its cycle paths...

Located at the foot of the Mourre Nègre, the Etang de la Bonde is a must-see place in the southern Luberon, combining history, nature and outdoor activities. In water all year round, it offers the possibility of swimming in all seasons. You will also find a campsite, picnic areas and catering services.

Very worthwhile excursion from Aix, the altitude is worth it!