It’s a luxury adventure at the foot of Mont Ventoux, set in the perched medieval village of Crillon le Brave. There’s no better way to discover the hills and villages of the Giant of Provence, from one of its prettiest villages.
You’ll be welcomed at the 5*Hotel Crillon le Brave, set at the very top of the village, defiantly staring at the southern face of Mont Ventoux. With a road bike, or with the assistance of an E-bike, cycle through the region’s Muscat grape vineyards, picturesque cherry orchards, truffle oak plantations, and enchanting lavender fields.
It’s an adventure through a postcard-like countryside, rich in color and scents, and local products – the terroir – highlighted by the chef at Crillon le Brave.
Several options are available for every ride.
Day 1: At the foot of Mont Ventoux
Distance: 27 to 37 km
Climbing: from +340m to +430 m
It’s a meander through the sleepy wine-making villages at the foot of Mont Ventoux, separated by truffle oak plantations, cherry orchards, and Muscat grapes. The villages and hamlets are set where the cultivated fields meet the wild and forested slopes, with gentle climbs and descents along the way. Several viewpoints offer far-reaching panoramas of the Rhône Valley, and the mountain ranges to the south.
Just outside the village of Mormoiron you can stop by the elegant Château Pesquié, where you can try some of their Côtes du Ventoux wines.
Day 2: the Dentelles de Montmirail and Côtes du Rhône
Distance: 37 to 54 km
Climbing: from +779m to +914m
Head into the Dentelles de Montmirail today: a set of serrated limestone cliffs that soar high above the famed vineyards of Vacqueyras, Gigondas, Beaumes de Venise, and other wine-making villages. Short and exhilarating climbs and descents lead to jaw-dropping viewpoints, while the country roads take you to villages lost in the hills: just a handful of homes atop rocky outcrops. There are plenty of wine-tasting opportunities along the way.
Day 3: Into the Plains
Distance: from 40 to 45 km
Climbing: from +500m to +600m
It’s the third and final day of cycling around the elegant Crillon le Brave Hotel. Heading southbound, you pass farmhouses and cypress trees, while the countryside is carpeted with Côtes du Rhône vineyards. Heading into the Monts du Vaucluse hills, you reach the stunning village of Vénasque, listed among the most beautiful villages in France, perched high above the cherry orchards. Spend time strolling through the narrow cobbled streets, or having the most scenic of café lunches in the fountain square.
Luxury category
What is included in the price of your stay
- Nights and breakfasts in your hotel(s) for the duration of your stay.
- Transfer of your luggage between hotels.
- Welcome and end-of-stay briefing.
- Concierge service for advice and reservations for restaurants or activities.
- Bike rental (including bags, water bottles, locks, energy bars). If you come with your personal bike, a deduction will be made from the price of the stay.
- Your cycling routes loaded onto a GPS application.
- Assistance in case of problems 24/7.
What is not included in the price of your stay
- Transfer to reach the starting point of your stay.
- Transfer at the end of your stay.
- Lunches and dinners.
- Activities during your stay (wine tasting, visit to a wine estate, etc.)..
