Ardèche Hermitage

Cycling

From relaxing rides to legendary climbs. Quiet roads, green lanes and panoramic loops.

This guide helps you explore the beautiful Ardèche Hermitage. Distances from La Grange de la Chouette, our renovated farmhouse near Saint-Félicien, designed for groups.

Here, cycling isn't always about performance. Many routes are short, quiet and scenic. For those who want more, the region is famous for its mountain passes and long routes. You choose the effort, distance and pace.

🚴 Loisir & famille

Green Lanes & E-bikes

Safe paths, flat or gently sloping. Ideal for families, beginners, or simply enjoying the scenery without effort.

La Dolce Via
Very EasyFlatAll Ages

La Dolce Via

Former railway line converted to greenway along the Eyrieux valley. Flat, sans voiture, agréable même par temps chaud. Roulez autant que vous le souhaitez — de 10 km à 90 km aller-retour.

~45 min · Access from La Voulte-sur-Rhône or Le Cheylard

ViaRhôna
EasyFlat

ViaRhôna

Paved path along the Rhône between vineyards and water. Relaxing ride to Tain-l’Hermitage, with the option to stop for a drink on a terrace or a tasting.

25 min · Flexible distances · Rental : Tournon Cycles

Wine and Ride
Easy to ModerateWine

Wine & Ride

Guided or self-guided routes through the Hermitage and Crozes-Hermitage vineyards. Tasting stops with winemakers included.

www.wineandride.com · On-site rental

Train + Vélo
Very Easy100% downhillAll Ages

Steam Train + Bikes

Board the Mastrou with your bikes to Lamastre, then freewheel down 35km of greenway. 1h45 historic train through the Doux Gorges.

Tournon–Saint-Jean-de-Muzols station (25 min) · Departs 10:15am

⛰️ Cyclisme sur route

Route & cols

The Ardéchoise routes, deserted passes, Alpine panoramas. From leisurely loops to legendary climbs.

Accessible

Vineyards Loop

Hermitage and Crozes hillsides. Little elevation, quiet roads, cellar stops.

30 km · 350 m D+

Moderate

Col du Buisson

The 'local' pass. Steady 8km climb at 5%, open landscapes. Perfect for testing yourself.

40 km · 700 m D+

Sportif

Ardéchoise Circuit

Routes of the famous sportive (mid-June). Chained passes, village refreshment stops.

80–170 km

🏔️ Tout-terrain

VTT & gravel

Forest trails, ridge paths, technical tracks. The green Ardèche is a playground for MTB and gravel.

VTT crêtes
VTT forêt
Tour des Boutières
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Tour des Boutières

Grand panoramic loop on the ridges. Flowing trails, open views of the Alps and Pilat massif.

45 km · 1100 m D+

Doux Descent
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Doux Descent

Singletrack along the gorges. Technical sections, roots, obstacles. For experienced mountain bikers.

25 km · 600 m D+

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Bike Storage

Locked and secure in the house

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E-bikes

Highly recommended for elevation

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Rentals

Saint-Félicien, Lamastre, Tournon

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Water

Plan ahead: remote plateaus, few services

Quand rouler ?

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Spring

Ideal temperatures and lush landscapes.

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Été

Morning rides only; afternoons by the pool.

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Autumn

Beautiful light and harvest atmosphere.

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Winter

Possible in the valley on dry days.

Météo & saisons en détail →

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Go Further

Cycling is just one way to enjoy the region. Here are the others.

Déguster

Wine Wine & Cellarsamp; Cellars →

S’amuser

Activities →

Flâner

Villages →

Marcher

Hiking →

Cool Off

Swimming →

Plan

Sample Week →

Your Basecamp

La Grange de la Chouette

Most starts are less than half an hour away. Come back, settle in, enjoy the group — the house is made for it.

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Tourist Office

The Ardèche Hermitage Tourist Office is a goldmine for discovering markets, events and outing ideas.

ardeche-hermitage.com