Montagne de Lure Cycling Circuit
This short cycling adventure from Forcalquier leads to the foot of the mighty Montagne de Lure via the startling geological site of Les Mourres and the enchanting villages of Fontienne, Saint-Etienne les Orgues, Cruis and Sigonce. This circuit allows riders to make the most of exceptional views over the valley and the Alpine summits in the background, crossing fertile countryside.
Gradients and elevation
Slope breakdown
Road types
- Cycle path
- Routes reserved for cyclists and pedestrians (greenways, cycle tracks, towpaths), separated from cars for maximum safety.
- Shared road
- Quiet minor roads with little traffic (unless otherwise stated in the stage details). Shared with cars (stay alert).
- Not specified
- Data unavailable or being assessed. Please refer to the detailed stage description.
- Provisional
- Section on a road or cycle path awaiting better-quality facilities (see stage details).
Surface
- Smooth
- Asphalt, tarmac or smooth concrete. Optimal comfort.
- Rough
- Fine gravel, compacted stabilised surface or worn tarmac. Less comfortable, vibrations possible.
- Natural
- Dirt, grass, roots or stones. Under 5%: short sections with little impact. Higher percentage: route suited to mountain or gravel bikes only.
- Not specified
- Data unavailable or being assessed. Please refer to the detailed stage description.
The Cycle Route
This cycling circuit featuring many steep stretches leads riders through some of the Luberon’s most beautiful landscapes. The first slope takes you up to Fontienne via a splendid perched road. Then you head on to Saint-Etienne les Orgues, followed by an easy road taking you to Cruis, a charming Provençal village. Returning to Forcalquier, the cycling circuit crosses bucolic stretches of countryside.
SNCF train station
Forcalquier bus station
Don't miss
- Forcalquier : the Citadel; the Couvent des Cordeliers; the geological site of Les Mourres; la Biscuiterie (for biscuits); Caves de Régusse (wine shop); France Montgolfière (for hot-air ballooning).
- Cruis: cloister and sundial
