The best traffic-free bike rides around Chamrousse

This guide features 6 dedicated no traffic road cycling routes around Chamrousse, ranging from easy to difficult, ensuring options for various skill levels.

The summer months are ideal for no traffic road cycling in Chamrousse. The weather is generally pleasant, and the routes offer stunning views through fir forests and high-altitude plateaus, with the surrounding Belledonne, Vercors, and Chartreuse mountain ranges visible.

Yes, there is an easy route perfect for beginners or those looking for a relaxed ride. Consider the Voie Verte de l'Oisans – Bridge Over the Romanche River loop from Rochetaillée, which offers a gentle experience.

Many of the routes in this guide are circular, allowing you to start and finish at the same point. For example, the La Pérérée – Col des Quatre Seigneurs loop from Revel is a challenging circular option, while the The Japin Wall – La Pérérée loop from Venon offers a moderate circular ride.

The most challenging route listed is the La Pérérée – Col des Quatre Seigneurs loop from Revel. It covers nearly 40 km with over 1200 meters of elevation gain, making it a demanding ride for experienced cyclists.

For a shorter ride, the Voie Verte de l'Oisans – Bridge Over the Romanche River loop from Rochetaillée is just under 10 km and can be completed in about 25 minutes, offering a quick and easy option.

The routes offer diverse and spectacular views. You'll cycle through dense fir forests, across high-altitude plateaus, and enjoy panoramic vistas of the Grenoble valley, as well as the majestic Vercors and Chartreuse mountain ranges.

While cycling, you'll be surrounded by the stunning Belledonne Mountain Range. Nearby, you can explore picturesque lakes such as Lake Achard, Lake Crozet, and the Robert Lakes. The La Croix de Chamrousse Summit also offers breathtaking panoramas.

Many of the routes start from towns or villages like Revel, Venon, Saint-Martin-d'Uriage, or Rochetaillée, where public parking is generally available. It's advisable to check local parking options for your chosen starting point before you go.

The komoot community highly rates the routes in Chamrousse, with an average score of 4.49 stars. Cyclists often praise the challenging ascents, the tranquility of the traffic-free sections, and the rewarding panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

For families, the easier routes are generally the most suitable. The Voie Verte de l'Oisans – Bridge Over the Romanche River loop from Rochetaillée is an excellent choice due to its easy difficulty and shorter distance, making it enjoyable for various ages and fitness levels.

Chamrousse and its surrounding villages are generally accessible by public transport from Grenoble, particularly during peak seasons. Check local bus schedules for services to towns like Uriage-les-Bains, which is a common starting point for climbs towards Chamrousse, or other villages where routes begin.