The most beautiful road cycling routes in the Pyrenees

The 10 most beautiful road cycling routes in the Pyrenees

Road Cycling · Lourdes and its surroundings

Lourdes Aubisque via Spandelles

recommended route Difficulty difficult

102.7 km

8:50 h

2,562 m

An unforgettable road bike outing from Lourdes to the Col d'Aubisque via the Col de Spandelles and the Col du Soulor. Magnificent scenery, a sporting challenge guaranteed!

Office de Tourisme de Lourdes

Road Cycling · France

The Col de Péguère loop from Foix

recommended route Difficulty moderate

64.2 km

3:30 h

1,350 m

A relatively easy ascent (about 1000m of elevation gain from Foix nonetheless...), very pleasant with a beautiful view at the top over the entire Ariège Pyrenees. Return via small roads with a significant climb back up to Alzen.

Outdooractive Editors

Road Cycling · Aude

The Cathar castles route

recommended route Difficulty moderate

172 km

10:10 h

1,534 m

1,567 m

From Lagrasse to the citadels of vertigo, take your time. Following in the footsteps of the Cathars, the Corbières remain as rebellious as ever. Like its 42 cellars and estates present on this wine route.

20 de Corbières

Road Cycling · Ariège

Cyclosport circuit 7 - The five passes

recommended route Difficulty difficult

104.1 km

6:00 h

2,550 m

Through the Ariège Pyrenees Regional Natural Park, Vicdessos, the Garbet valley, and Aulus-les-Bains will be some of the stops among the sequence of demanding and varied mountain passes on this route.

Ariège Pyrénées Tourisme

Road Cycling · Pyrenees

The Ariège Cyclotour in 5 days

recommended route Difficulty difficult

440.9 km

31:25 h

10,460 m

A 5-day route to explore the mythical passes of Ariège awaits you!

Ariège Pyrénées Tourisme

Road Cycling · Pyrenees

The Ariégeoise XXL - cyclosport circuit no. 6

recommended route Difficulty difficult

178.5 km

12:00 h

5,160 m

This route will take you across many unmissable mountain passes in Ariège! From Tarascon, head east towards the Montségur and Croix des Morts passes.

Ariège Pyrénées Tourisme

View of Laruns on the descent after Eaux-Bonnes

Road Cycling · Pyrénées-Atlantiques

Electric bike circuit: The Tour of the Ossau Valley

recommended route Difficulty difficult

81.3 km

5:50 h

1,430 m

Here is a magnificent butterfly-shaped loop that circles the lower Ossau valley.

Biarritz-Pays basque

Road Cycling · Pyrenees

The Route of the Pyrenees Mountain Passes

recommended route Difficulty difficult Multi-day route

1,092.1 km

155:36 h

40,802 m

40,797 m

The route of the mountain passes allows you to cross the entire Pyrenees, from West to East, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea.

Outdooractive Editors

Road Cycling · Aude

The route of ponds and the sea

recommended route Difficulty moderate

94.4 km

7:00 h

410 m

383 m

Overlooking the vast expanse of the Narbonnais ponds, Bages, an authentic fishermen's village set at water level, sits atop its rocky promontory overlooking a rich natural heritage.

20 de Corbières

Road Cycling · Aude

The Route de l’Alaric (East)

recommended route Difficulty moderate

59.3 km

5:00 h

517 m

Majestic, the Route de l'Alaric, which stretches over 100 kilometers, invites you to an invigorating ride away from urban pollution.

20 de Corbières

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Welcome to the breathtaking Pyrenees, a paradise for road cyclists seeking adventure and natural beauty! The Pyrenees mountain range stretches between France and Spain, offering a diverse landscape of towering peaks, lush valleys, picturesque villages, and winding roads perfect for exploring on your racing bike.

Where to Go Road Cycling in the Pyrenees?

The Pyrenees region is dotted with fantastic road cycling routes that cater to all levels of riders. Whether you're an experienced cyclist looking for a challenge or a beginner wanting to enjoy scenic rides at your own pace, there's something for everyone here.

Nice Road-Cycling Routes in the Pyrenees

One of the most popular road cycling routes in the Pyrenees is Col du Tourmalet. This legendary climb has been featured numerous times in the Tour de France and offers stunning views as you ascend its challenging slopes. Another must-visit route is Col d'Aubisque, known for its hairpin turns and dramatic scenery.

Nice Road Bike Passes in the Pyrenees

The Pyrenean region boasts several iconic road bike passes that are sure to test your endurance and skills. From famous cols like Port de Pailheres to lesser-known gems such as Col du Soulor, each pass presents a unique riding experience with varying degrees of difficulty.

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