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Argentina mirror – Col de Bretaye loop from Villars-sur-Ollon

Argentina mirror – Col de Bretaye loop from Villars-sur-Ollon

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Argentina mirror – Col de Bretaye loop from Villars-sur-Ollon

04:03

48.2km

1,440m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 20, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 22.1 km for 267 m

Open: • May-October (otherwise closed)

After 38.1 km for 3.93 km

Open: • May-October (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.92 km

La Barboleuse Recreation Area

Highlight • Rest Area

Station 🚞, parking 🅿️ free in summer, bike wash station, toilets 🚾, drinking fountain 🚰, games (chess, mills, pétanque) and Gryon Parc for children (minigolf, car, train, etc.): the point …

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10.3 km

Argentina mirror

Highlight • Natural Monument

Charming inn nestled in the Solalex mountain pasture, with a direct view of the Miroir d'Argentine mountain wall. Enjoy hearty mountain cuisine in a warm, rustic setting. Perfect for a …

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10.6 km

View of Solalex Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view from a good mountain bike path.

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18.9 km

We almost have the impression that we are going to see Heidi, Peter or the grandfather in the corner of a chalet.
Houses with sloping roofs. 🚰 Drinking fountain. Picnic table. And the start of a nice little single.

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19.0 km

Refuge de Taveyanne

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Sympa and good

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23.5 km

Ensex Alpine Hamlet

Highlight • Settlement

Great view of the other side of the valley including Alp Taveyanne. Beautiful, traditionally built buildings.

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27.0 km

Col de Bretaye

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Train station.
🚻🚰 Restaurant, games, fountain, point of view.
Rental of scooters and tricycles for the descent.
♿️ Equipment adapted for people with disabilities.

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33.1 km

Epic gravel route

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Like the title says, a good bit of adventurous gravel through some pretty Swiss scenery. Best ridden from west to east for better views.

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39.6 km

Col de la Croix

Mountain Pass

48.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.9 km

21.1 km

1.22 km

788 m

125 m

103 m

Surfaces

21.9 km

16.5 km

9.84 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,820 m)

Lowest point (1,110 m)

Weather

Friday 17 July

23°C

13°C

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Comments

July 1, 2025,Le Tour des Alpes Vaudoises | Jour 1 | Villars-sur-Ollon - Les Diablerets

More info:
🍽️ Food & Drink
🛌 Accommodation
🚃 Access & Logistics
🔗 cycliste.ch/alain-rumpf/gravelpacking-alpes-vaudoises

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July 15, 2024,The Col de la Croix, gravel version

This alpine gravel loop from Villars showcases the rugged beauty of the Alpes vaudoises - home of the 2029 UCI Gravel Worlds. Expect a mix of scenic climbs, forest tracks, and technical descents, with stunning views and alpine stops like Solalex. A true adventure for experienced gravel riders.

June 14, 2022,Le Col de la Croix version gravel

With its hundreds of kilometers of paths, the region of the Vaudois Alps is ideal for practicing gravel. An example: this loop which connects the pastures of Villars, Les Diablerets and Gryon.

Leaving from Villars-sur-Ollon, a well-known resort in winter and summer, you reach Bretaye via Les Ecovets and the route des Tailles, which offers a superb view of the …

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Argentina mirror – Col de Bretaye loop from Villars-sur-Ollon

La Barboleuse Recreation Area

Argentina mirror

View of Solalex Valley

Taveyanne Hamlet

Refuge de Taveyanne

Ensex Alpine Hamlet

Col de Bretaye

Epic gravel route

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