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Die – Col de Rousset Pass and Tunnel loop from Vassieux-en-Vercors

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Die – Col de Rousset Pass and Tunnel loop from Vassieux-en-Vercors

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Die – Col de Rousset Pass and Tunnel loop from Vassieux-en-Vercors

04:18

60.7km

1,230m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 52 m for 3 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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75 m

Vassieux-en-Vercors

Highlight • Settlement

Vassieux-en-Vercors is a small town of around 300 inhabitants located at more than 1,000 meters above sea level.

This village had an important role during the Second World War, which …

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9.24 km

View of the Vercors Mountains

Highlight • Viewpoint

It's a long way, but it can be done if you persevere. The views are amazing!

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30.0 km

Notre-Dame de Die Cathedral

Highlight • Other

In this square there are markets on Wednesday and Saturday, as well as several bars and restaurants all around the square.

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30.3 km

Die

Highlight • Historical Site

The town of Die is world famous for its Clairette, a sparkling wine served as an aperitif. Nestled at the foot of the cliffs of the Col du Rousset, Die …

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31.6 km

Ascent from Die to Col du Rousset

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

On the Die side, it's a climb of nearly 20 kilometers, long but generally easy—about 5%—with a series of impressive switchbacks and magnificent views. Don't forget your lights for the tunnel at the summit.

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51.2 km

Col de Rousset Pass and Tunnel

Highlight • Mountain Pass

This pass with an altitude of 1,254 meters is exceptional in more than one way! It is one of the gateways to the Vercors plateau. The Tour de France has …

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52.0 km

Col de Rousset resort

Highlight • Rest Area

Before the tunnel at the Col de Rousset there are some restaurants and a lift.
Too bad the old tunnel is not open to cyclists and pedestrians.
More information: ladromemontagne.fr/fr/ete/toutes-les-stations/col-de-rousset/col-rousset-presentation.htm

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55.8 km

St. Alexis Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Small pass in the Vercors between Vassieux-en-Vercors and the Col de Rousset.
Unfortunately, the pass sign is no longer there, only a little higher up the trail.

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60.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

57.8 km

1.49 km

1.37 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

60.3 km

258 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,250 m)

Lowest point (400 m)

Weather

Monday 6 July

33°C

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Die – Col de Rousset Pass and Tunnel loop from Vassieux-en-Vercors

Vassieux-en-Vercors

View of the Vercors Mountains

Notre-Dame de Die Cathedral

Die

Ascent from Die to Col du Rousset

Col de Rousset Pass and Tunnel

Col de Rousset resort

St. Alexis Pass

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