Embrun Gate – Vauban Fortress loop from L'Argentière-les-Écrins
Embrun Gate – Vauban Fortress loop from L'Argentière-les-Écrins
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Embrun Gate – Vauban Fortress loop from L'Argentière-les-Écrins
04:46
72.5km
1,010m
Cycling
Hard bike 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: August 26, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
Please check local regulations for:
Parc national des Écrins (aire d’adhésion)
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
16.3 km
Briançon
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17.2 km
Embrun Gate
Highlight • Historical Site
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18.2 km
Vauban Fortress
Highlight • Castle
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30.0 km
Clarée Valley
Highlight (Segment) • Gorge
Along the Clarée, there are two pretty towns, Val-des-Prés and …
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36.8 km
Névache
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48.1 km
Saint-Claude Church of Val-des-Prés
Highlight • Religious Site
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63.1 km
Prelles Fountain
Highlight • Structure
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66.1 km
Outlook
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72.5 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
39.7 km
14.4 km
14.2 km
3.07 km
1.17 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
70.3 km
1.13 km
856 m
243 m
< 100 m
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Lowest point (970 m)
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Friday 23 October
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