Vésubie Valley

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

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
  

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