Gravel circuit in Pernes-les-Fontaines and its surroundings
Porte du Ventoux land of Gravel in the heart of Provence, with hundreds of kilometers to do by bike in the magnificent landscapes of Vaucluse.
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An exceptional playground for Gravel lovers:
The Porte du Ventoux territory and its surroundings offer an exceptional playground for a booming discipline that already has many fans: Gravel!
Thanks to a large road network and secondary roads, rolling paths and nice singles players, you will be out of inspiration for your next outings.
Tire section, pressure, development... a technical question? Do not hesitate to contact our Tourist Office in Pernes-les-Fontaines and ask Guilhem who will be happy to answer your questions!
Also on our website, you will find a whole panel of professionals ready to assist you: guide, repairman, rental company...
Discover the Gravel circuit that passes through Pernes-les-Fontaines:
Major events:
For competitors, the list of events in Vaucluse is gradually expanding, and there are now two events on the calendar: "La Ventoux Gravel Classic" which, as the name suggests, takes place on the giant of Provence; and a rally organized as part of the Avignon Vélo Passion show by the association Ventoux Gravel Adventure.
More circuits:
Find other Gravel routes in the Vaucluse department on the "Provence à Vélo" website by clicking here.
VTOPO: 'Gravel in Vaucluse: 30 courses for all levels + the Grande Traversée de Vaucluse en Gravel' (13€)
Gravel is that kind of bike that allows you to go back to basics, moments of simple pleasure. With it, there is no need to choose your frame according to the terrain. Whether on small secret roads, a forest track or a dirt road, Gravel is your adventure comrade, to access the big areas and immerse yourself in nature. You can also add light equipment, such as bikepacking, with bags provided for this purpose. The itinerant excursion then becomes a small or a big adventure!
With this 100% Gravel map with GPS tracks included, we offer you what is most beautiful in Vaucluse in terms of paths and landscapes. The result of collective work, the organized itinerary travel the roads and public paths of the department. Physical and technical levels vary, from the most accessible to the most sporty.
At each mile, the land, the authentic and picturesque villages of the Rhône Valley, the chiselled landscapes of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Mont Ventoux with its lavender and forest, the canals, bories, iguiers or garrigue of the Mont de Vaucluse pass before your eyes, the canals, bories, iguiers or garrigue of the Mont de Vaucluse, the craux and the cliffs of the Petit Luberon, the ochres of the Pays d'Apt, the perched villages of Grand Luberon, the hilltop villages of Grand Luberon Beron and the orchards of the Pays d'Aigues...
Are you a fan of roaming?
We invite you to discover the Grande Traversée de Vaucluse by Gravel (500 km — 11,000 m D+). This route takes you through the most beautiful landscapes and the largest natural spaces in the department.
Do you ride an electric Gravel?
No worries. Thanks to our partner BOSCH, we have been able to equip a large number of service providers (accommodation providers, restaurants, tourist offices) with electric charging points and thus allow you to go even further in your outings.
Resistant, lightweight (100 g), clear and detailed map, precise layout on an IGN map background, explanatory itineraries... GPS tracks in GPX format compatible with smartphones and portable GPS. On sale at the Pernes-les-Fontaines tourist office/13€/Release date: November 1, 2021/By cheque or cash/No remote payment.
