Vésubie Valley
Between the Alps and the Mediterranean
Massif du Mercantour
Département et Région : Alpes-Maritimes et Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Principal passes : col de Turini, col Saint-Martin (la Colmiane)
Stage on Route des Grandes Alpes® : Valberg / Saint-Martin Vésubie and Saint-Martin Vésubie / Sospel
Stage on Route des Grandes Alpes® Gravel: Marie / La Bollène-Vésubie and La Bollène-Vésubie / Coaraze
Summary
- Suggestions for cycling loops
- Our major passes
- Events around cycling Biking in the Vésubie Valley
- Summer in the Vésubie Valley
- Other seasons
- Other events
- Other events
- Services
- Témoignages
- FAQ
- Access
- Contacts
- Other nearby villages and resorts in the Vallée de la Vésubie
Suggestions for cycling loops around the Vallée de la Vésubie
Our grands cols
The mythical Col de Turini, used in particular by the Monte-Carlo Rally, can be climbed from several sides, all presenting a decidedly "mountain" profile.
Starting in Sospel, the first loop begins with the Col Saint-Jean and continues with the Col de Braus and its steep slopes. After the Col de l'Ablé, a succession of switchbacks leads to Peïra Cava and the Col de Turini. Once over the latter, a long descent to Sospel begins, in the middle of which, shortly after Moulinet, a stop at Notre-Dame-de-la-Menour is essential.
The second loop starts in the charming village of La Bollène-Vésubie. It climbs steadily up a winding road to the Col de Turini. From here, a long downhill false flat takes you to Peïra Cava, then a descent via the Col Saint-Roch to Lantosque. The return to the starting point is via the Vésubie valley and a final climb of around 3 kilometers.
Bicycle events
- Paris Nice (March)
- La grande traversée des Alpes (June 2024)
- Etape du Tour de France Nice - Col de la Couillole (July 20, 2024)
Coming winter
Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, biathlon, snowshoe trekking...
Other events
Events in each village, feasts, carnival, agricultural fairs, return of the shepherds, soccer tournaments, markets ...
- Transvesubienne (September 2024)
- Ultra Trail® Côte d'Azur Mercantour (June 21 to 23, 2024)
Services
Electric terminals, bus station, camping car area, bus line 90, cabs...
Testimonies
Today it's heavy stuff, a 400 m warm-up and then we're on to the climb. Heading for the Col de Turini, we start at an altitude of around 420 m and reach 2000 m. Eddy
We did 68 km for 2887 m of ascent, so it was a really tough outing. But the mountains are so beautiful that I'm enjoying myself despite the difficulties... Marie
FAQ
- What Vesubian site is known for its WW2 relics in France?
La Forteresse de l'Authion - Which film starts on place de Belvédère before reaching the coast?
Le Gendarme à Saint-Tropez
Access
Road access
- From Nice RM 6202 PUIS RM 2265
SNCF railway stations and bus stations:
- Nice
- Grand Arénas : Bus route 90 Réseau Lignes d'Azur (RLA) to La Bollène
Contacts
Office de Tourisme Métropolitain Nice Côte d'Azur
☎ 04 93 03 60 54 www.explorenicecotedazur.com
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