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Gravel Biking in Provence: 5 Days Around Mont Ventoux
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Gravel Biking in Provence: 5 Days Around Mont Ventoux
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Gravel Biking in Provence: 5 Days Around Mont Ventoux
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  • A 5-day guided gravel bike tour through the most beautiful and least-ridden corners of Provence—the secret trails of the Baronnies Massif, the sun-soaked Dentelles de Montmirail, and the wild ridges surrounding Mont Ventoux. Designed for active cyclists who want to go beyond the obvious, with all logistics, meals, and accommodation fully handled. Nights are spent in charming Provençal hotels and a traditional farmhouse base camp, and a certified guide and mechanic ride with the group from start to finish. Small groups of up to 10 riders keep things personal throughout.

    • We transfer from Avignon train station to Montbrun-les-Bains—a beautiful hilltop village nestled at the foot of Mont Ventoux—arriving at 11 am for lunch at our base camp. The afternoon is a first loop ride with the local guide: an ideal warm-up to get familiar with the bikes, meet the group, and soak up the first hit of Provençal atmosphere. We’re back at camp by evening for a convivial dinner in a renovated former farmhouse surrounded by nature. As night falls, if you listen carefully, you might just catch the call of the deer.

      Meals: Lunch, dinner
      Cycling: 34 km (21 mi)
      Elevation: +700 m (+2,297 ft)
      Accommodation: Base camp, renovated traditional farmhouse

      cute accommodation provence

    • The first proper point-to-point stage, and a big one—70 km winding through the wild landscapes of the Ventoux massif on hidden gravel tracks that most cyclists never find. This is the day the adventure really kicks in: building confidence on the trails, settling into the Provençal rhythm, and exploring the quieter faces of the Giant of Provence. We end the day at a cosy hotel, where dinner and a good night’s rest are well and truly earned.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
      Cycling: 70 km (43 mi)
      Elevation: +1,300 m (+4,265 ft)
      Accommodation: Hotel in the Ventoux region

      ventoux provence views

    • Another point-to-point stage, another 70 km through some of Provence’s most varied and unspoiled terrain. Today we push deeper into the wild side of the region, tracing remote trails through rolling hills, oak forests, and small southern villages that feel like they haven’t changed in decades. The Dentelles de Montmirail—a dramatic jagged ridge rising above the vineyards—make for one of the most memorable backdrops of the trip. A friendly dinner and a well-earned rest close out the day.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
      Cycling: 70 km (43 mi)
      Elevation: +1,400 m (+4,593 ft)
      Accommodation: Hotel in the Ventoux region

      prpovence gravel bike

    • A gradual return toward Sault, tracing more remote trails with breathtaking views of Mont Ventoux and its surroundings at every turn. The Gorges de la Nesque—a wild canyon carved into the limestone plateau—is the standout moment of the day, with dramatic cliffs dropping away on either side of the trail. We arrive in Sault for a final dinner together, spending the night at the same place as on day one.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
      Cycling: 65 km (40 mi)
      Elevation: +1,300 m (+4,265 ft)
      Accommodation: Base camp, renovated traditional farmhouse

      hillside provence village

    • A shorter, more relaxed final loop through the Baronnies Provençales—the perfect way to ease out of the adventure, savour the last stretches of gravel, and share a final lunch together. We transfer back to Avignon train station, arriving around 5 pm, with everyone heading home carrying a few more stories than they arrived with.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch

      provence climbing

    • Included:

        • An experienced, certified local gravel cycling guide with extensive knowledge of the Ventoux region
        • 5-day guided gravel cycling tour in Provence (4 days of riding)
        • Accommodation for 4 nights in charming hotels, guesthouses, and a traditional Provençal farmhouse (double occupancy)
        • All meals — 4 breakfasts, 4 (picnic) lunches, 4 dinners
        • Wellness activities (yoga, meditation, relaxation)
        • Return transfer from Avignon TGV train station
        • Dedicated support and transportation van
        • On-trail mechanic support
        • Visits to various historical and cultural sites
        • An evening of celebration
        • Welcome pack

      Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):

        • Gravel bike or e-gravel bike rental

      Not included:

        • Transportation to/from France
        • Travel and repatriation insurance
        • Personal drinks and souvenir purchases
        • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
        • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
        • Guide gratuities—optional

    • To join this Provence cycling tour, great fitness is required, along with some experience riding a bike—gravel-specific experience is not necessary. This trip is best suited for active cyclists ready for occasionally technical sections and longer days in the saddle.

      The most you’ll cycle in a day is up to 70 km (43 mi), with up to 1,400 m (4,593 ft) of elevation gain. The trip is built around a supportive, non-competitive spirit: we start together and we finish together. E-gravel bikes are available to rent for those who want the extra boost.

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    • Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

        • Gravel or road bike (if not renting from your guides)
        • Padded cycling shorts and cycling jersey
        • Cycling shoes and helmet
        • Lightweight layers for cooler mornings and descents
        • Waterproof rain jacket
        • Sunhat and sunglasses
        • Water bottle or hydration pack (2L capacity)
        • Small day pack for trail essentials
        • Toiletries (sunscreen, lip balm, bug spray, etc.)
        • Camera — optional

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    • Not at all. No gravel-specific experience is needed to join this tour—your guides welcome cyclists of all backgrounds, as long as you’re comfortable on a bike and up for the adventure.

      The itinerary is designed to be accessible, the group sets a shared pace, and your guides are on hand the whole time to support and adjust as needed. If you prefer, you can also rent an e-gravel bike at checkout, which takes the edge off longer climbs without taking anything away from the experience.

    • Yes—your guides offer premium gravel and e-gravel bike rentals for riders who don’t have their own, would rather skip the hassle of bringing one to Switzerland, or simply want to try something new.

      Generally, the following models are used: the lightweight Graxx GTO (8.1 kg) and the Help e-gravel (12 kg). Rental bikes are meticulously maintained and set up for your comfort. You can add a rental to your booking at checkout.

    • Group sizes and pricing

        • For this cycling tour in Provence, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 10:1.
        • It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 20 participants.

      Cycling tours in Provence can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

      Min. age requirements

        • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
        • Minors older than 15 may be permitted to join the cycling tour in Provence on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

      If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

    • The price for this cycling tour in Provence is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.

    • The starting point of this Provence cycling tour is Avignon, in the south of France. Most people fly into Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) or Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS), both of which have good transport connections to Avignon. Avignon is also directly served by TGV high-speed trains from Paris and other major French cities.

      You will meet your guide at Avignon TGV train station on Day 1 at 11 am. A return transfer back to Avignon TGV station is included on Day 5, arriving around 5 pm.

    • We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

      Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

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