Grande Traversée L'Alpes-Provence by mountain bike

A mountain-biking journey between high mountains and Provençal plains 

Some key facts about the Grande Traversée VTT L'Alpes - Provence:

• Distance: 305 km 
• Positive shift in altitude: 8,500 m 
• Maximum altitude: 2340 m
• Signposting: route 100% signposted 

Level of difficulty of the route

The route runs through several mountainous zones, presenting cyclists with some technically challenging stretches, in parts requiring a high level of skill, as well as steep shifts in altitude. It is geared to seasoned mountain bikers used to tackling such terrain. 

Practical information

What type of equipment do you need?
As its name indicates, this route is all-terrain and demanding, requiring a good level of experience, so it necessitates a mountain bike! 
Luggage and equipment: bear in mind that you will have to push, or even carry, your bike at times, and that very significant shifts in altitude are involved. Light, suitably adapted equipment is necessary. 

When to go?

The two ideal times to tackle the route are before or after summer, avoiding the worst of the heat, so in spring, from March-April up to June, or then as autumn begins, from September through October.