Hautes-Alpes

In the Queyras, opportunities for exploration abound, but a good level of fitness is essential due to the significant differences in altitude. If you're interested in this prospect, an excellent starting point would be to acquire the "Promenades VTT dans le Queyras" topo-guide, available from all the region's Tourist Offices. This guide features itinerary sheets at different levels, with detailed descriptions. For mountain bikers, the Saint-Véran and Col d'Izoard climbs are exciting challenges.

Mountain biking is the trendy sport that replaces winter skiing on the steep slopes in the summer. You will be able to exercise while enjoying the fresh air and the beautiful landscapes of the resort which blossoms in the beautiful days. The terrain of Montgenèvre is mostly suitable for this and the ski lifts play the game, with a gondola for example. You can easily access to various downhill runs (1 bike park with 12 trails) adapted to all levels. You can get information by phone : 04 92 21 91 73.

Recognized as a mountain bike site by the French Cycling Federation, the Pays des Écrins offers 200 km of marked trails, with no fewer than 15 circuits suitable for all levels, whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider. These varied routes, some with higher levels of difficulty, offer access to exceptional natural sites. Among the options on offer, the Vallouise "trans-territoire" offers a 36 km loop starting from Argentière, passing through Ailefroide, with a brown grading.