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Cycling loop: Circuit du Chaussy

Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne Closed
© Cycling loop: Circuit du Chaussy - Alexandre Gros / Maurienne Tourisme
  • © Cycling loop: Circuit du Chaussy - La Maurienne, le plus grand domaine cyclable du monde
  • © Cycling loop: Circuit du Chaussy - Alexandre Gros / Maurienne Tourisme

A circuit that starts via the extraordinary Montvernier hairpins and then continues steeply upwards below the cliffs of Montpascal. The road between the Col du Chaussy and Montaimont finishes on the Col de la Madeleine road.

Description

The tour follows the spectacular route of Montvernier and its 18 hairpin bends. The ascent continues to discover beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and through the hamlets of Montvernier. Then you go through a fine dizzy road before reaching the village of Montpascal.

Environments

  • Close to a public transportation
  • Close to a motorway
  • Mountain view
  • Mountain location
  • Station district

Itinerary

  • Distance 50.3km
  • Type of itinerary LOOP
  • Elevation gain 1090m
  • Elevation drop 1090m
  • Marked trail Yes
  • Marking details Departmental markings: Circuit du Chaussy N°37 black
  • Highest altitude 1533m

Opening time

From 15/04 to 31/10.

Location

Cycling loop: Circuit du Chaussy
Place de la Cathédrale Ancien Evêché 73300 Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne
  • Distance 50.3km
  • Elevation gain 1090m
  • Elevation drop 1090m
  • Type of itinerary LOOP
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