Road bike routes in Ain
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes,France
Cyclosportifs and/or pass hunters, ready to conquer the roads of the Ain?The Ain offers unforgettable cycling experiences on the road, with its itineraries dedicated to cycle or with its legendary passes, which regularly host international competitions including the Tour de France!
Discover a selection of 8 loops dedicated to cycle touring, ranging from 37 km to 113 km, designed to let you pedal at your own pace while admiring the Ain countryside. For the more ambitious, try out our two not-to-be-missed mountain passes, real challenges for cycling enthusiasts: Col du Grand Colombier and Col de la Faucille.
Whether you're looking for peace and quiet or a sporty outing, our cycling routes offer superb panoramic views as a reward for your efforts. A unique collection to add to your list of achievements!
All Ain road bike routes are available on thefree Ain-Outdoor app: get on your bike, ride your bike and enjoy the route in visual or voice mode (downloadable GPX track).
The most beautiful road cycling routes in the Ain
Cycling passes in Ain
Here, adventure and travel by bike know no bounds and inspire some crazy challenges. It's up to you to take up Daniel BERNARD's challenge, who covered 40 Ain mountain passes in less than 3 days, covering almost 650 km and 14,500 m of ascent - the equivalent of Mont Blanc and Everest!
As for pass enthusiasts, they meet up every year (one Saturday a month from June to September) for the Grand Colombier Cycling Days, with the added bonus of superb views over the Bugey, Rhône, Alps, Mont-Blanc and the 3 Alpine lakes (Léman, Bourget and Lac d'Annecy).
As you can see, it's no coincidence that the region hosts some of the biggest international and national cycling competitions (Tour de France, Tour de l'Avenir, Tour de l'Ain...). What a spectacle for all cycling enthusiasts!
L'AIN DESTINATION VELO A 360° 18 cycling passes stretching from Revermont in the west to Bugey and Pays de Gex, with as many exceptional panoramic views from the summits! This unique collection is ...
The GTJ® by bike in Ain
For cycling enthusiasts, the GTJ® offers splendid landscapes, such as the Valserine valley, the first river to be awarded the "rivière sauvage de France" label.
It stretches over 360 km between Montbéliard in the Doubs and Culoz in the Ain. The Valserine Valley, Plateau de Retord and Valromey are the stages in the Ain département.
For the more athletic, there are a number of beautiful variants, including the ascent of the legendary Grand Colombier pass (1498 m).
The Grandes Traversées du Jura and its collection of outdoor disciplines (cross-country skiing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and road biking) cross the Jura massif from north to south, ...
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For complete and reliable information on road biking in the Ain, contact local tourist offices and clubs.
Tourist offices, located in the region's main towns and cities, are essential points of contact. They provide details of local trails, upcoming events, bike rentals and much more. Their knowledgeable staff are on hand to answer your questions and guide you to the best experiences in the area.
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