• Cycling along the Durance River
  • Cycling along the Durance River
  • Cycling along the Durance River
  • Cycling along the Durance River
  • Cycling along the Durance River
  • Cycling along the Durance River
Briançon / French Alps

Cycling along the Durance River

Réf : IKYFHV

In summary

  • Sports
    Leisure Cycling
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Leisure Cycling
    Beginner

    For those wishing to cycle around 30 km a day on flat terrain. The stages follow cycle paths for the most part. An ideal trip for a family holiday or for adults who enjoy short bike rides.

    Intermediate

    For those wishing to cycle around 40 km a day over gently rolling terrain. The route follows cycle paths and greenways for the most part. A trip suitable for families and occasional cyclists.

    Confirmed

    For those wishing to cycle 50 km a day. The stages are sometimes hilly and follow cycle paths, greenways, and secondary roads. A trip suitable for anyone who cycles occasionally.

    Advanced

    For those wishing to ride 70 km per day. The stages may be hilly, with a maximum daily elevation gain of 800 m. You engage in sports 1 to 2 times a week and cycle several times a month.

    Expert

    For those wishing to cover up to 100 km per day with a maximum elevation gain of 1,000 m. You are athletic and engage in an endurance sport several times a week.
  • Destination
    Briançon / French Alps
  • Age
    From 18 - 85 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    72.78 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler
A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.
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In a few words

Between the Hautes-Alpes and the Vaucluse , the Durance cycle route (V862) offers a spectacular 438 km cycling journey along the river. Your route begins in Briançon , a fortified city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site , not far from the river's source perched at the Montgenèvre pass.

This cycling tour, alternating between safe cycle paths and shared roads, first takes you into the heart of magnificent Alpine landscapes. You cycle towards Embrun , admiring the majestic citadel of Mont-Dauphin along the way. The route then climbs to offer breathtaking panoramic views overlooking Lake Serre-Ponçon , before reaching Gap and then Sisteron , the famous gateway to Provence.

As the kilometers pass, the landscape softens. The rugged peaks gradually give way to the gentle plains of farmland, orchards , and fragrant lavender fields. An ideal getaway for cycling enthusiasts seeking wide-open spaces, perfectly blending mountain heritage, Provençal culture, and immersion in nature.

The highlights

  • The Durance cycle route benefits from numerous train stations along the way.
  • Continuity facilitated thanks to the rail links of the Upper Durance
  • A route adaptable in four stages: Mont-Dauphin, Embrun, Gap and Sisteron
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Sport

Level

Leisure Cycling

Intermediate

Levels

Leisure Cycling
Beginner

For those wishing to cycle around 30 km a day on flat terrain. The stages follow cycle paths for the most part. An ideal trip for a family holiday or for adults who enjoy short bike rides.

Intermediate

For those wishing to cycle around 40 km a day over gently rolling terrain. The route follows cycle paths and greenways for the most part. A trip suitable for families and occasional cyclists.

Confirmed

For those wishing to cycle 50 km a day. The stages are sometimes hilly and follow cycle paths, greenways, and secondary roads. A trip suitable for anyone who cycles occasionally.

Advanced

For those wishing to ride 70 km per day. The stages may be hilly, with a maximum daily elevation gain of 800 m. You engage in sports 1 to 2 times a week and cycle several times a month.

Expert

For those wishing to cover up to 100 km per day with a maximum elevation gain of 1,000 m. You are athletic and engage in an endurance sport several times a week.

For those wishing to cycle around 40 km a day over gently rolling terrain. The route follows cycle paths and greenways for the most part. A trip suitable for families and occasional cyclists.

The expert's opinion

A cycling holiday along the Durance River offers the chance to discover diverse landscapes, from mountains and valleys to Provençal villages. The route provides an immersive experience in nature, with accessible stages, a rich local heritage, and numerous opportunities to enjoy regional cuisine. It's the perfect way to combine physical activity, exploration, and relaxation.

In figures

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  • Average distance/day: 35 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 417 m
  • Average daily descent: 92 m
  • Predominant type of terrain : Road

Management

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Management

Security

The route passes along roads, but most of them are not very busy.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
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    Briançon

    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    You can reach Briançon by TER train with your bicycle. Check in to your accommodation. Another departure option is from Mônetier les Bains (16 km from Briançon);

    Day 1

Accommodation

🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 6
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 6
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 6
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 6
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 6
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 6
  • 🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 6
🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 6

You will be accommodated throughout your stay in 2 and 3-star hotels, bed and breakfasts, and guesthouses. Details per day are provided below (*):

Day 1: Inn of Peace ***

Day 2: La Pierre d'Oran guesthouse

Day 3: Mayor's *** Hotel

Day 4: Hotel *** ax'Hotel

Day 5: Hotel *** my Hotel

Day 6: Hotel ** Le Tivoli Théopolis


(*) This list may evolve and change depending on the availability of accommodations.

Access

Departure
Briançon, France
Day 1 : 16h00
End of stay
Sisteron, France
Day 7 - 09h00

End of stay and planned arrival at the Auberge de la Paix in Sisteron.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toBriançon

It is possible to arrive by train via this SNCF station or even by bus via the bus station which is located right next door.

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay Find out about parking options nearby

Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation for the entire duration of the stay
  2. Half-board (breakfast and dinner) is included in the accommodations, except in Gap & Sisteron.
  3. Luggage transport between each stage
  4. The GPS tracks in GPX format provided

The price does not include

  1. Round-trip transportation to and from the departure and arrival points
  2. Dinners on days 5 and 6 in Gap and Sisteron
  3. Bike and equipment rental
  4. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Follower Vehicle Option : On request
  2. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment to bring

  1. Your VTC/VTT or VTCAE/VTTAE (rental available)

Clothing to bring

  1. Clothing suitable for cycling
  2. Rainwear


The Yannick team
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The Yannick team

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Composed of a team of cycling enthusiasts (mountain biking, gravel, road cycling), our local expert boasts over 30 years of experience creating high-quality and innovative holidays. Versatile and involved from the initial planning stages to the final follow-up, he is also fluent in English to assist an international clientele. A pioneer since 1992, he constantly strives to innovate and stay closely aligned with his clients' experiences, both throughout France and internationally.

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