The Spiripontaine

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Boucle Spiripontaine à vélo
18 km
2 h 00 min
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Pont-Saint-Esprit
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Starting from Pont-Saint-Esprit, this easy cycling loop crosses through typical villages of Provence Occitane (Saint-Paulet-de-Caisson, Carsan, and Saint-Alexandre), offering lovely views of the vineyards of the Rhône Valley and Mont Ventoux. Pont-Saint-Esprit is worth a stop to explore the numerous historical buildings in the town, including the Maison des Chevaliers, which houses the Museum of Sacred Art. Don't miss the vibrant Provençal market on Saturday mornings.

Gradients and elevation

Ascents: 173m
Descents: 163m
Lowest point: 53m
Highest point: 191m

Road types

19km (100%) By road

Surface

2km (13%) Smooth
16km (87%) Unknown


Cycling loop between Pont-Saint-Esprit and Carsan

This loop is accessible to all audiences, taking about 2 hours to cover the 18 km distance.

Departure: Europe Roundabout in Pont-Saint-Esprit.

Highlights of this ride

  • Pont Saint Esprit: its Museum of Sacred Art and its lively and colorful market
  • The Sainte Agnès Chapel in St-Paulet-de-Caisson
  • The Valbonne Charterhouse classified as a historical monument
  • Carsan and Notre Dame de Rouzigues
  • Saint Alexandre and its Romanesque church
  • Numerous viewpoints of Mont Ventoux and the Rhône Valley

Nearby Train Stations

Bollène la Croisière SNCF station located approximately 6 km away by bike. Pierrelatte station. Note: Starting from August 29, 2022, the Pont Saint Esprit SNCF station will reopen on the Pont-Saint-Esprit-Bagnols sur Cèze - Avignon - Aramon - Nimes line. More information: https://www.ter.sncf.com/occitanie/se-deplacer/prochains-departs

 

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