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Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

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Embrun

View of the Durance River – Embrun loop from Embrun

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Road cycling routes

France

Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

Provence

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Gap

Embrun

View of the Durance River – Embrun loop from Embrun

Moderate

4.7

(18)

343

riders

View of the Durance River – Embrun loop from Embrun

01:42

29.6km

630m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 22, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Parc national des Écrins (aire d’adhésion)

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Start point

Bus stop

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210 m

View of the Durance River

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From here we enjoy a breathtaking view of the Durance and its turquoise water. If you have a moment, I encourage you to put your feet in the water before continuing your adventure!

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6.18 km

Swimming and Windsurfing Spot at Lac de Serre-Ponçon

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A beautiful lake, if it's hot you can stop for a dip.

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9.56 km

Savines Bridge on Lake Serre-Ponçon

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Very nice to pass over this bridge but pay attention to the traffic.

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14.6 km

View of Lac de Serre-Ponçon from Puy-Sanières

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Still spectacular views of the Serre-Ponçon lake below. The balcony road is less traveled than the road that runs along the lake below opposite.

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16.6 km

View of Embrun and the Durance Valley

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26.0 km

Embrun is a multi sport mecca, from the watersports options to a multitude of mountain activities within the region. The old town's architecture and character has been preserved and its traffic-free streets are a great place to explore.

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29.0 km

Lac de Serre-Ponçon

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Artificial lake, attracts many tourists in summer.

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29.4 km

Embrun - Alpine town with Tour de France history

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Beautiful, famous town that has hosted the Tour de France several times.

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29.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.4 km

8.12 km

4.31 km

2.63 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.9 km

1.37 km

160 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,190 m)

Lowest point (770 m)

Weather

Wednesday 15 July

26°C

12°C

66 %

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View of the Durance River – Embrun loop from Embrun

View of the Durance River

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Embrun - Alpine town with Tour de France history

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