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MTB route no.19 Grand Penne
Description
The best of the area around Penne in a single 42 km circuit that combines routes 15, 17, and 18.
Starting from Penne, you descend towards the Aveyron River and then climb up to the Causse via a challenging uphill road. You cross the Causse and descend towards Bruniquel, enjoying a beautiful view of the castle overlooking the Aveyron Valley. You then gradually climb back up towards the hamlet of St. Paul de Mamiac and the Forêt de Grésigne, continuing to Vaour and its Templar Commandery. After crossing the village, you climb towards the heights via the Route de Liberté to the place called "La Fleur de Lys" before descending by the trails to the village of St. Michel de Vax. Finally, you follow the path across the plateau and cross the small valley of the stream "Le Bombic" before climbing up to the hamlet of Roussergues and its small 12th-century church, Notre Dame. A final climb to the village awaits to finish.
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Altimetric profile
Starting point
Additional information
Advised parking
Next to the Town Hall and Community Center (limited parking available). Additional parking is available at the Penne Bridge
Labellisé Site VTT-FFC®
Ce circuit fait partie d'un Site VTT-FFC®, reconnu par la Fédération Française de Cyclisme comme un territoire regroupant une offre VTT de qualité.
Access
30 km west of Cordes-sur-Ciel via the D600, then D8 towards Vaour and the D33 towards Penne.35 km north of Gaillac via the D964 towards Castelnau de Montmiral, then the D87 towards Penne.
Ambiance
This route offers stunning views of the Aveyron Valley and the villages of Penne and Bruniquel, as well as a climb to the heights of Vaour and St. Michel de Vax. With beautiful elevation changes, it promises a challenging and sporty experience.
Arrival
Same place as the start
Departure
Village Hall of Penne
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