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Touring cycling around Bourdeau, France, offers routes primarily centered around Lac du Bourget, the largest natural lake in France. The terrain features a mix of flat lakeside paths and more challenging ascents into the surrounding hills, providing varied elevation profiles. The region is characterized by its freshwater lake, beaches, and nearby hills, with routes often passing through natural areas and offering scenic views.
Last updated: June 21, 2026
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Cycle the challenging 34.3-mile Tour of Lac du Bourget, featuring stunning lake views, mountain backdrops, and the climb to Col du Chat.
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Beautiful to cycle and to experience, unmissable.
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It's a must-see place with a magnificent view of Lake Bourget.
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It's just magical 🤩 to run along this beautiful lake on a nice day. It's forbidden to pass through the area without taking this walk along the lake 😉.
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Here again, another view of Lac du Bourget and the mountains near and far.
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Magnificent view
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Tour of the lake via the Col du Chat, very beautiful with very beautiful views.
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Beautiful view of the lakes and the mountains.
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Parallel to the Chat tunnel, passage reserved for bicycles and pedestrians. Lit, it is dotted with drawings all along the walls. The official name of this passage is the "Galerie du Chat", a name that can be seen on many signs in the surrounding area.
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There are over 280 touring cycling routes around Bourdeau, offering a wide variety of options for different skill levels and preferences.
Touring cycling in Bourdeau features a diverse landscape. You'll find relatively flat paths along the shores of Lake Bourget, as well as more challenging ascents into the surrounding hills. This mix provides options for both leisurely rides and more demanding climbs.
Yes, Bourdeau offers many easy touring cycling routes. For example, the Cap des Séselets Beach – Aix-les-Bains Beach loop from Aix-les-Bains is an easy 14.5-mile (23.4 km) path with minimal elevation gain, perfect for a relaxed ride along the lake's edge. Another easy option is the Cap des Séselets Beach – Aix-les-Bains Beach loop from Tresserve.
Experienced touring cyclists will find plenty of challenges. The Tour of Lac du Bourget is a difficult 34.3-mile (55.2 km) route with significant elevation gain as it circles the lake. Another demanding option is the Lake Bourget – To linger loop from Aix-les-Bains.
Many routes in Bourdeau offer stunning views of Lake Bourget, France's largest natural lake. You can also visit popular spots like Cap des Séselets Beach and Aix-les-Bains Beach. For panoramic vistas, consider routes that pass near the Mont du Chat lookout (1504 m) or the various mountain passes such as Col du Chat (638 m) and Chambotte Pass.
Yes, many touring cycling routes in Bourdeau are circular, allowing you to start and end at the same point. The Tour of Lac du Bourget is a prominent example, offering a full loop around the lake. Other circular options include the Cap des Séselets Beach – Ascent to Bourdeau loop from Bourdeau.
The touring cycling routes in Bourdeau are highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.4 stars from over 1,000 reviews. Cyclists often praise the beautiful lakeside scenery, the variety of terrain from flat paths to challenging climbs, and the well-maintained network of routes around Lake Bourget.
Absolutely. Several routes are designed to connect the popular beaches. For instance, the Cap des Séselets Beach – Aix-les-Bains Beach loop from Aix-les-Bains provides a pleasant ride between these two well-known lakeside spots.
While specific seasonal data isn't provided, regions with lakes and hills like Bourdeau typically offer pleasant cycling conditions in spring and autumn when temperatures are milder. Summer can be great for combining cycling with swimming, but routes might be busier. Winter can be cold, especially in the hills.
Yes, some routes will bring you close to or over the mountain passes surrounding Bourdeau. Highlights like Col du Chat (638 m), Chambotte Pass, and Épine Pass are part of the broader cycling landscape and offer challenging climbs and rewarding views.


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