MTB no.52 - The Ochre of Gardette
52
Route
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
45h
Distance
6.49km
Positive elevation
114 meters
Negative elevation
112 meters
Altitude
Min. 272 meters
Max. 316 meters
- circuit
- variante
- voie verte
- liaison
Departure / Arrival
Devant la Poste - Gargas / Devant la Poste - Gargas
Parking
Devant la Poste - Gargas
Elevation
GPX track
The tourist service at Gargas :
This loop with beautiful views runs through the heart of one of the ochre massifs of the Pays d'Apt. From the very start of the route, you are immersed in the beauty of the colourful and slightly sandy single-track trails. Twisting paths, good grip and all of a reasonable technical difficulty.
A treat for the eyes!
Top Tip: schedule a visit to the Bruoux Mines on the way...
Attention: protected site, do not cycle anywhere not on the marked route.
Caution:
• Remain alert to make sure you follow the signs at the numerous junctions
• You are not the only person on these paths!
Top Tip: schedule a visit to the Bruoux Mines on the way...
Attention: protected site, do not cycle anywhere not on the marked route.
Caution:
• Remain alert to make sure you follow the signs at the numerous junctions
• You are not the only person on these paths!
Accéder à l'itinéraire
public transport
recommended
parking(s)
In front of the Post Office - Gargas
To be noted
Warning: protected site, do not stray off the marked path
Caution:
Caution:
• Pay attention to the signposts so that you follow the correct path at the junctions.
• You are not the only person on these trails.
If you notice a problem on one of the Provence cycling routes report it with the Suricate app!: sentinelles.sportsdenature.fr
Access to the massifs
Respect the regulations preserving protected natural areas – find out about restrictions to accessing the massifs during fire risk periods, from 15 June to 15 September.
Before heading out, check the website
Respect the regulations preserving protected natural areas – find out about restrictions to accessing the massifs during fire risk periods, from 15 June to 15 September.
Before heading out, check the website
In short
A lovely loop in the shape of a figure of 8. Things to see during your journey:- The ochre massif and Bruoux Mines
- Enjoyable sandy single-track trails
- Winding paths and unique terrain
Contact
Parc naturel régional du LuberonE-Mail : accueil@parcduluberon.fr
Website : https://www.parcduluberon.fr/
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