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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

60.8km

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: February 6, 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

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Start point

Parking

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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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30.1 km

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 benefits from the influx of the Drôme which guarantees it fertile land cultivated for centuries for the production of wines and aromatic herbs.

Between its architecture rich in history dating back to the 12th century and its preserved surroundings, Die will certainly charm you!

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30.4 km

Old Town of Die

Highlight • Historical Site

For many years, on the occasion of the herds going up to the mountain pastures, Die has been celebrating transhumance. For 2 days, to the rhythm of the sheep, Die is crossed by a huge herd, which then climbs to the mountain pastures of the Vercors. Meals and collective bivouacs take place in a festive atmosphere of which the land of Clairette has the secret. This happens in the month of June every year. The old town is very pleasant, and there is an atmosphere of reciprocating movement. Close to the bridge you will find an excellent cycle shop. It's good to know. here is a video that gives you an idea of the party:

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30.5 km

Notre-Dame de Die Cathedral

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

Notre-Dame de Die Cathedral was the cathedral of the bishopric of Die from the 4th century to 1801. At that date, the bishopric of Die was attached to that of Valence. It was built in the 12th century and is classified as a historic monument in the 1840 list.

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31.8 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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51.3 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 passed through here three times: in 1984, 1996 and 1998.

You leave the Diois behind you after a long climb made up of countless bends. The tunnel at the top of the pass magically opens you into a new world of wild high plateaus and beautiful valleys.

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52.1 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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55.9 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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60.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

57.8 km

1.49 km

1.48 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

60.3 km

304 m

104 m

< 100 m

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

View of the Vercors Mountains

Die

Old Town of Die

Notre-Dame de Die Cathedral

Ascent from Die to Col du Rousset

Col de Rousset Pass and Tunnel

Col de Rousset resort

St. Alexis Pass

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