Mountain biking in the Monts de Vaucluse: experience nature between Luberon and Ventoux

The Monts de Vaucluse, an ideal playground

The specialists are formal: the Monts de Vaucluse, between Luberon and Ventoux, offer endless routes, with varying levels of difficulty, from beginner to experienced. From ridge roads to breathtaking viewpoints to dense oak and pine forests, nature is everywhere, it calls us and even magnetizes us.

For keen connoisseurs, we will talk about a demanding but accessible terrain, very varied, sometimes brittle with stone, roots but also passages in the undergrowth, sometimes more rolling. Whatever the style and practice, it is possible to find trails (or singles for specialists) that are accessible or more demanding for athletes or even ultra-technical athletes. It is therefore not surprising to read that the Monts de Vaucluse represent one of the preferred destinations for endurance athletes.

There are multiple practices there, whether on an e-bike or muscle bike, everyone has their own style!

The ideal seasons for mountain biking

For multiple reasons, there are no better periods than spring and autumn. It is precisely at these moments that the pleasures of the senses are multiplied, that nature offers you the best in terms of light and scents but also that the outside temperature is now mild after a scorching summer or a harsher winter. Enough to enjoy your bike ride at its peak. For those who love more extreme sensations, winter is a good option.

On the other hand, summer is strongly discouraged for this practice because access to the mountains is subject to restrictions or even prohibitions between June 15 and September 15.

Our recommendations: everything for a successful outing

First of all, go out covered! The right equipment is essential for a successful mountain bike trip. Helmets and bikes to suit your size are the beabas. For greater peace of mind, additional protections can be added. Do not hesitate to contact our rental companies for more information. Professional guides are at your disposal here with organized day or half-day hikes. Departure from numerous villages, such as Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, Saumane-de-Vaucluse, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue.

Finally, remember that despite your escape into nature, you are not alone, you may encounter hikers and hunters, so vigilance remains the key word!

Les Circuitaries

Provence by bike offers routes here!
Other digital applications such as komoot, strava, mapmyride, visorando also offer itineraries according to your desires.

“Accueil Vélo” Hosting Providers

For an immersive adventure, we recommend the accommodations listed as “Accueil Vélo”, which have all the equipment essential to your needs.

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Pictures: ©Julien Abellan