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Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne

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7 reviews | Elevation profile | 18 photos
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
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Elevation profile Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne

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Difficulty points 409
Length 13.5 mi
Average gradient 3.5%
Steepest segment 9.9%
Total ascent 2487 ft

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Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
#36 toughest climb of Vercors
#75 most elevation gain of Isère
#57 longest climb of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
#99 average steepest climb of Vercors
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Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne is a climb in the region Vercors. It is 13.5 mi long and bridges 2487 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 3.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 409. The top of the ascent is located at 3156 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 7 reviews of this climb and uploaded 18 photos.

Road names: D531, Route de Villard-de-Lans & Route de Gorges de la Bourne

5.0 by Franck_Pastor
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
A long and beautiful climb with the very picturesque little town of Pont-en-Royans at the start and the majestic Bourne gorges all the way. Not recommended for those prone to vertigo, although the most vertiginous passage is now "cut off" by a tunnel at the place called "d'Arbois", shortly before reaching La Balme-de-Rencurel. Nevertheless, the old road can be reached on foot and the panorama is breathtaking. The only negative point of this ascent is the traffic, o... read more

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Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
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Reviews (7)

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chrisclimber
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Pleasant setting, tunnel in the cliff, not too steep a gradient

Cadre agréable, tunnel dans falaise, pente pas trop élevée

Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
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11 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app
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A gorge that gets more impressive every kilometre. In terms of climbing, nowhere really very steep and tough. Traffic can be a bit tricky. Many tourists and motorcyclists also know how to find this road and because of the narrow road in some parts you have to be a bit considerate of each other. But that shouldn't spoil the fun. If you are around here, go up this climb!

Een kloof die elke kilometer indrukwekkender wordt. Qua klim nergens echt heel steil en zwaar. Het verkeer kan wel wat tegenzitten. Veel toeristen en motorrijders weten deze weg ook te vinden en door de smalle weg op sommige stukken moet je wat rekening met elkaar houden. Maar dat mag de pret niet drukken. Ben je hier in de buurt, ga deze klim dan op!

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YetiJ
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1 y 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

Incredible climb. As you ride higher the gorge narrows from a wide valley with high sides to I tiny crack in the mountainside. One of the most beautiful I’ve ridden. When I rode it in April it was very quiet.

Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
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aaabbb
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1 y 5.0 via the Climbfinder app
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It's a long climb, but it doesn't feel like it when you're on it. It's often cool due to the shadow of the cliff and the chasm on the right. It's very beautiful, but there are sometimes stones on the road and water that can make the track slippery (but especially on the way down).

Cette montée est longue mais ça ne paraît pas quand on est dedans. Souvent au frais du à l’ombre de la falaise et du gouffre sur la droite. C’est très beau, il y a cependant parfois des cailloux sur la route et de l’eau qui peuvent rendre la piste glissante (mais surtout en descente).

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Renep
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2 y 4.0

Prachtige route door de kloof van de Bourne. Soms is het dal erg smal en fantastisch hoe de weg daar doorheen gaat.
Op een maandag in april was het erg rustig met verkeer.

Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
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henkvandehavenzangers
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3 y 5.0
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Unparalleled climb that is beautiful almost everywhere, you cycle between cliffs everywhere, sometimes was narrower, sometimes wider. The only real drawback is the traffic. If at all possible, catch this one in the early morning and you won't regret it.

Weergaloze klim die bijna overal mooi is, je fiets overal tussen de kliffen, soms was smaller, soms wat breder. Het enige echte nadeel is het verkeer. Als het even kan, pak deze in de vroege ochtend en je krijgt er geen spijt van.

Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne
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Franck_Pastor
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4 y 5.0
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A long and beautiful climb with the very picturesque little town of Pont-en-Royans at the start and the majestic Bourne gorges all the way.

Not recommended for those prone to vertigo, although the most vertiginous passage is now "cut off" by a tunnel at the place called "d'Arbois", shortly before reaching La Balme-de-Rencurel. Nevertheless, the old road can be reached on foot and the panorama is breathtaking.

The only negative point of this ascent is the traffic, often important. It is indeed the main entrance to the Vercors on this side of the massif. To be avoided during rush hour or during the tourist season.

Longue et magnifique montée avec la très pittoresque petite ville de Pont-en-Royans à son début et les majestueuses gorges de la Bourne tout du long.

Fortement déconseillée aux personnes sujettes au vertige, bien que le passage le plus vertigineux soit maintenant «coupé» par un tunnel au lieu dit « d'Arbois », peu avant d'arriver à La Balme-de-Rencurel. On peut néanmoins accéder à l'ancienne portion de route à pied et profiter d'un panorama époustouflant.

Le seul point négatif de cette montée est le trafic, souvent important. Il s'agit en effet de la principale voie d'entrée du Vercors de ce côté du massif. À éviter aux heures de pointe ou en période fortement touristique.

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:43:07
7 mph 01:55:29
9 mph 01:30:00
12 mph 01:07:36

Road surface condition

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Traffic

33% 0% 67%
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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne is 13.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne is 3.5%.

Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9.9%.

The summit of Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne is at 3156 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:43:07 to climb Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne. At 7 mph the time is 01:55:29, and at 9 mph 01:30:00. For the fastest cyclists, 01:07:36 is an achievable time.

Villard-de-Lans from Pont-en-Royans via Gorges de la Bourne is located in the region Isère in France.

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