Les Ocres à vélo

✔ Marked route

✔ Distance: 71.9 km

✔ Loop

A colorful walk

Dive into the heart of the fascinating landscapes of the Luberon with the "Les Ocres by Bike" circuit! This cycling route takes you through a stunning backdrop where the red, orange, and yellow hues of the famous ochres contrast with the green of pine and oak forests. Between perched villages, vineyards, and lavender fields, this bike adventure promises a timeless journey in an exceptional natural and cultural setting.

A customizable route for all levels

• Elevation: +1172 m
• Duration: 5h
• Difficulty: Medium
• Suitable bikes: MTB, E-Bike, road bike
  
  

This customizable route offers several loops adapted to your pace and preferences. It passes through iconic sites like Roussillon, Rustrel, and the Colorado Provençal, offering an exceptional panorama of the landscapes sculpted by erosion and ochre extraction.

Must-see spots on the route

• Roussillon and its Sentier des Ocres: Ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, Roussillon invites you to immerse yourself in the heart of ochre, with its colorful streets and marked trail through old quarries.
• The Colorado Provençal in Rustrel: An exceptional natural site where impressive ochre cliffs resemble the landscapes of the American West.
• The old quarries of Gargas: Reminders of a rich industrial past, offering a fascinating dive into the history of ochre extraction in Provence.