La crête Plombard

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This circuit, perfect for physical and technical mountain bikers, offers a magnificent downhill single, which must be earned after a few portages.

Description

An unmissable route for sports enthusiasts, a single of almost 4km, a benchmark in the region. A short portage section before arriving on the famous ridge. Crossing it will make you forget your efforts. At the Sigala farm, you can follow up with circuit no. 4 (35km and 1500m D+).

Point 1: Village square (km 0).

Point 2: The cemetery (km 0.43 - 420m)
Straight on for mountain bike n°5.

Point 3: La Chapelle (km 2.5 - 465m)
Left, follow VTT n°5.

Point 4: Col de Maruen (km 6.12 - 780m)
Follow Villeperdrix, VTT n°5 to the right (forward direction).

Point 5: Les Barnauds (km 8.83 - 500m)
Follow MTB trail no. 5.

Point 6: Haut cimetière (km 9.6 - 470m)
Climb up to the village.

Point 7: Villeperdrix (km 9.72 - 480m)
Follow signs for Col de Chaudebonne.

Point 8: Col de Chaudebonne (km 13.23 - 763m)
Direction Col Maruen. Climbing path, even the most athletic will have to push! When you reach the crest, keep left.

Point 9: Point haut (km 14.53 - 945m)
View of the Eygues gorges.

Point 10: Col Maruen (km 16.67 - 780m)
Follow VTT n°5 straight on (return direction).

Point 11: Ferme de Sigala (km 19 - 557m)
To the right, mountain bikes no. 5 and no. 3; to the left, mountain bike no. 4 (recommended for the more athletic).

Point 12: Col de Fabre (km 20.52 - 560m)
Go down the track on the left.

Point 13: Le monestier (km 22.07 - 455m)
Follow the signs to the finish.


THE COMMUNAUTE DE COMMUNES DES BARONNIES EN DROME PROVENCALE :

- FFCT circuit rated black for muscular mountain biking (very difficult) and black for VTTAE / Enduro type / for experienced riders only.

- A series of steep climbs throughout the circuit.

- Technical, enduro-type descents, particularly on the 4 km single down to Villeperdrix.
*refer to FFCT rating

- 7.2 kms of road / 11 kms of track / 6.7 kms of single track


BEFORE SETTING OFF :

- Check the weather forecast before you set off, as the routes may become dangerous in bad weather.

- Find out about the condition of the route before you leave: Buis-les-Baronnies Tourist Office (tel: 04 75 28 04 59)


- Take water, food, a small first-aid kit (double skin, strap and paracetamol), a survival blanket, a windbreaker, a whistle and use brightly-colored, reflective clothing for your safety.

- Whenever possible, don't travel alone: tell someone close to you about your itinerary and planned times, and recharge your phone battery to 100%.

- Be aware of the hunting season (generally from 01/09 to 28/02) and, if possible, inform yourself of the dates and locations of hunting drives.

- For nocturnal outings: avoid routes through grazing areas, and use headlamps suitable for outdoor use.


ON THE ROUTE :

- Respect natural and agricultural environments (no picking, etc.).

- Respect other users of the area (hunters, runners, shepherds, foresters).

- Adopt the right reflexes with guard dogs: stay calm, don't approach the herd and don't interact with the guard dog (go around the area if possible).

- Remember that in the mountains, you are always in the home of someone who accepts you: respecting private property is a guarantee of permanent authorization for passage.

- Close gates after you've passed through, and don't cross fences.

- Stay on marked trails, don't cut laces

- All sections of the trail on public roads are subject to the Highway Code, so please respect it.

- Keep all your garbage with you and leave no trace of your passage.

- No fires in the mountains. If you see a fire or suspicious smoke, call 112.

Spoken languages

  • French

Labels and ranking

  • Open air

Activities

  • Cycling sports
  • Mountain biking itinerary

Opening

All year round.

Visit

Individual tour

  • Average Duration of the individual tour: 166 minutes

Rate

Free access.

Situation

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