Departure from Avignon: Try climbing Mont Ventoux by electric bike From Avignon: Try climbing Mont Ventoux on an electric bike

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Country: France

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

Enjoy a full day of electric biking to climb Mont Ventoux via the iconic Tour de France route, starting from Bédoin.
Meet us in Avignon at 8 a.m. and embark on an unforgettable day of cycling as you tackle the legendary Giant of Provence: Mont Ventoux!

After a short journey of less than an hour in our van, you will arrive in Flassan, a small village clinging to the southern slope of Mont Ventoux.

It will be time to get on your bike, start pedaling to warm up, and head for the village of Bédoin where we can have a coffee in one of the many bars in the village center.

After a few final safety instructions, we'll head towards Ste-Colombe and then the famous St-Estève bend, where it all begins!

In the forest, in the shade of tall trees, you'll climb the first slopes of Mont Ventoux for about 10 kilometers. The electric assistance on your bike will allow you to easily reach the Chalet Reynard for a well-deserved break.

As if drawn by its power, we will then continue towards the summit of Mont Ventoux. This final 6-kilometer climb will take place in a lunar, rocky and sometimes windy landscape. The Mont Chauve (Bald Mountain) certainly lives up to its name!

Once you reach the Col des Tempêtes, you will face the last ramp, then the last hairpin bend and finally the summit at 1,912 meters!

After catching your breath, you'll enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panorama, the perfect moment to relive and share your climb with your loved ones, congratulate each other warmly, and capture the moment with some beautiful souvenir photos!

With our appetites whetted, we'll descend a few meters for a lunch break at the brasserie.

It's time to think about heading back down, put on your windbreakers, and set off for a 45-minute descent where speed control and caution will be the watchwords.

Once past St-Estève and Ste-Colombe, we will slowly make our way back to the van and its comfort. Relaxation guaranteed!

Unwind on the way back, your heart and mind filled with unforgettable memories of this day spent conquering Mont Ventoux.

Nicolas JOSEPH - MCF instructor and founder of UNUSUAL RIDE

- Make sure you have suitable clothing and shoes for cycling.
- The weather is very changeable on Mont Ventoux and it can be very cold at the summit. Bring warm clothing in a small backpack.

Highlights

  • Climbing Mont Ventoux via the Tour de France route
  • Photo and video report
  • As a cycling guide, I will ensure you have a fun and safe experience.
  • Lunch break at the summit of Mont Ventoux
  • Your eBike will allow you to make the climb without too much effort.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Parking reserved for coaches, right next to the Pont d'Avignon (Pont Saint-Bénézet)
INCLUDED
  • Return transfer from Avignon to Flassan in our van
  • Electric bike
  • Helmet
  • Water bottles
  • Small pockets on the bike to store your phone, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.
  • A windbreaker jacket for the descent
  • Your guide
NOT INCLUDED
  • Pick-up at your hotel / Drop-off at your hotel
  • Lunch, food, and drinks during our breaks
  • Your small backpack with warm clothing
  • Tips

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.