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Mountain bike trail - Col du Marchand

Bicycle tour - Col du Marchand_Pailharès
Mountain Bike Trail No. 10

Description

Mountain Bike Trail No. 10 (Red), according to the French Cycling Federation's rating system.

The route begins with a fairly steep climb up to Serre de Verne, where you’ll be rewarded with a superb view. The descent via the Col du Marchand is technical and fun.

Technical Information

Mountainbiking
Difficulty
Medium
Duration
1h30mn
Dist.
11 km
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Altimetric profile

Starting point

10 route du col du buisson , 07410   Pailharès
Lat : 45.078657Lng : 4.565574

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Mountain view
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Updated by

Ardèche Hermitage Tourisme - 09/07/2026
ardeche-hermitage.com
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Services for cyclists

Available on the trAHce app.

Location complements

The starting point is next to the post office in the village center.

Contact

Phone :
04 75 08 10 23
04 75 06 06 12

Email : info@ah-tourisme.com

Website : https://www.onpiste.com/explorer/routes/col-du-marchand-10876

Reception complements

From Saint-Félicien, take the D273 to Pailharès.

Guidebook with maps/step-by-step

1 - Pailharès
Take the road toward Col du Marchand, then take the first left toward Nectardechois. Pass the workshop, and once in the woods, take the path running parallel to the road below, which comes out a little further on. Arrive at Les Bauds, and continue along the path that replaces the road. The climb then becomes steep and technical for about a kilometer. Emerge onto a forest trail that will bring the ascent to a gentler end, passing by the hunters’ cabin.

2 - Le Serre des Vernes
Follow the main trail. After a slight descent, head down to the right along a small rocky path to reach the Col du Marchand.

3 - Col du Marchand
Follow the descending county road (caution). After the house, take the descending path to the right, then leave it to descend in switchbacks through the thicket. Cross a small stream, climb a bit, then follow the main path

4 - Les Granges
Pass above Les Granges, cross a chestnut grove, then emerge onto a small road.

5 - Le Clos de Pierre Martin
Leave the road and head down to the left toward the houses of Fontay. Cross the hamlet, then continue down the road. At the end of the paved road, turn right onto a beautiful paved and grassy path. The path winds through the chestnut trees, crosses a small stream, and climbs back up into the woods. Finally, a small road will take you back to the village.

Animals

Yes. Pets are allowed, but must be kept on a leash.

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾