Fixed-Base Cycling
Introduction
Enjoy a fun, friendly and flexible fixed-base cycling holiday in Provence from the Vélo Ventoux cyclist apartments in Puyméras, just 12km from the foot of the legendary Mont Ventoux.
Stay for as little as 3 nights or create your perfect cycling break with a longer stay. Whether you’re looking for a long weekend of riding, a mid-week escape or a full cycling holiday in France, flexibility is at the heart of what we offer.
Our base is located on the edge of the stunning Baronnies Provençales Regional Natural Park, an undiscovered cycling paradise with breathtaking scenery, quiet roads, challenging climbs and thousands of kilometres of incredible routes right on our doorstep.
With local knowledge, GPX routes and expert advice from Vélo Ventoux, you’ll have everything you need to enjoy some of the best cycling in Provence.
Highlights of Your Vélo Ventoux Cycling Holiday
Experience Mont Ventoux with the experts
Take on the legendary Giant of Provence with a team that has been riding and organising cycling holidays around Ventoux for over 20 years. Enjoy fully supported cycling, local knowledge and the confidence of having experts on hand.
The Baronnies Provençales – a cyclist’s paradise
Discover one of France’s most beautiful and undiscovered cycling regions. Quiet roads, spectacular scenery, challenging climbs and endless routes make the Baronnies Provençales a dream destination for road cyclists.
The Tour du Ventoux – 110km of unforgettable cycling
Ride the ultimate Mont Ventoux loop, taking in some of the most spectacular landscapes around the mountain. A stunning 110km route combining beautiful villages, dramatic scenery and the many faces of the Giant of Provence.
Brantes and the Toulourenc Valley
Explore one of Provence’s most spectacular hidden gems. The medieval village of Brantes, perched high above the Toulourenc Valley, offers incredible views and some of the most memorable cycling roads in the region.
Perched villages, gorges and hidden roads
From dramatic limestone gorges to hilltop villages and quiet lanes through lavender fields and vineyards, every ride reveals another side of authentic Provence.
The perfect base for cycling Mont Ventoux
Stay in Puyméras, one of the best locations for exploring Mont Ventoux and the surrounding area. Enjoy the charm of a true Provençal village, with a great local bar, excellent restaurant and everything you need after a day on the bike.
Dates
Flexible from April until the end of October. Contact us for availability.
Cost
From £440.00 per person for 3 nights.
1 week from £740.00
Single supplement £65.00 per person per day.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Accommodation & support
Comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation in our cyclist-friendly apartments in Puyméras.
Accompanied rides every day with the Vélo Ventoux team.
A post-ride afternoon snack to relax and refuel after your day on the bike.
Local knowledge, support and advice from the Vélo Ventoux team throughout your stay.
Routes & navigation
GPX files provided for your GPS device.
Maps and suggested routes for non-guided rides.
Expert advice on the best cycling routes around Mont Ventoux and the Baronnies Provençales.
Bike facilities & mechanical support
Secure bike storage.
Tools, track pumps and workshop facilities.
Mechanical assistance and advice.
Bike cleaning equipment.
CO2 cartridges available.
Practical facilities
Emergency call-out support if required.
Kit washing facilities.
Free Wi-Fi.
NOT INCLUDED
Flights.
Evening meals unless specifically stated in the itinerary.
Lunches and refreshments during the day.
Bike rental (available on request).
Travel insurance.
Airport transfers unless specifically stated as included.
Vélo Ventoux Signature Rides
FAVOURITE CYCLING ROUTES AROUND MONT VENTOUX
Many cyclists imagine Mont Ventoux standing alone in the middle of a flat landscape, but the reality is very different. The mountain is surrounded on all four sides by a stunning network of hills, valleys and quiet mountain roads, offering some of the best cycling in Provence.
From our Vélo Ventoux accommodation in Puyméras, you can choose from a huge variety of rides. Enjoy easier days exploring the Côtes du Rhône vineyards to the west, or challenge yourself on the legendary climbs of the Baronnies Provençales to the north.
The Baronnies Provençales Regional Natural Park is a true cyclist’s paradise, with dozens of beautifully signposted cols ranging from short climbs such as the Col de Propiac to longer challenges like the Col de Soubeyrand.
Whether you’re looking for a gentle scenic ride, a challenging mountain day, or an unforgettable Mont Ventoux adventure, our local knowledge will help you discover the very best cycling routes in Provence.
Below is a selection of some of our favourite rides.
MONT VENTOUX AND BACK
Distance: 80km approx.
Ride the legendary Mont Ventoux from the classic Tour de France side of Bédoin on this unforgettable route from our Vélo Ventoux base in Puyméras.
The ride starts with a gentle warm-up through the Provençal countryside, including the Col de la Madeleine, before arriving in Bédoin to begin the famous climb of the Giant of Provence.
After conquering Mont Ventoux, enjoy one of the finest descents in cycling down to Malaucène, where there is time for lunch before the final 14km back to Puyméras.
A true Mont Ventoux cycling experience, finishing exactly as it should — with a well-earned drink at Bar Barrys.
THE TOUR DU VENTOUX
Distance: 112km | Elevation: 1,500m
“If Carlsberg did bike rides…” has been said more than once about this unforgettable loop around the Giant of Provence.
This iconic Mont Ventoux cycling route circumnavigates the mountain without climbing it, taking in some of the most spectacular scenery Provence has to offer.
The highlights are the breathtaking Gorges de la Nesque, the stunning Toulourenc Valley and the beautiful landscapes around Sault. A coffee stop in Villes-sur-Auzon and a well-earned lunch stop in Sault are the perfect additions to an incredible day on the bike.
For those with plenty left in the legs, we finish with the challenging Col de Propiac — affectionately known as “Cardiac Hill” — before returning to our base in Puyméras.
One of the ultimate cycling days around Mont Ventoux.
COL D’AULAN – PERCHED VILLAGES AND GORGES
Distance: 82km | Elevation: 1,200m
A stunning ride through the heart of the Baronnies Provençales, taking in quiet roads, perched villages and spectacular mountain scenery.
Highlights include the Col de Fontaube (4.7km at 4%), the beautiful villages of Brantes and Montbrun-les-Bains, breathtaking views of Mont Ventoux’s north face and the Col d’Aulan (8.6km at 3.1%) with its medieval Château d’Aulan.
THE LEGENDARY 10 COLS RIDE
Distance: Approx. 135km | Elevation: 1800m
A Vélo Ventoux cult classic.
A challenging day exploring the incredible roads of the Baronnies Provençales, taking on 10 cols of varying difficulty. The route combines two major climbs — the Col de Soubeyrand (9km at 6% average) and the Col des Roustants (10km at 5%) — with a collection of beautiful shorter climbs including the Col d’Ey, Col Lescou and Col de la Croix Rouge.
A true test of climbing legs and one of our favourite cycling days in Provence.
CLANSAYES – VINEYARDS, LAVENDER AND MEDIEVAL VILLAGES
Distance: 125km | Elevation: 1,300m
For something a little different, head west towards the Rhône Valley on a beautiful ride through vineyards, lavender fields and rolling Provençal countryside.
The route takes in a succession of short climbs through the medieval villages of Réauville, La Garde-Adhémar, Clansayes and Saint-Restitut, with magnificent views across the Rhône Valley and towards the Ardèche.
A longer but relatively gentle ride showcasing another side of Provence beyond the mountains.
THE ALL-TIME FAVOURITE 3 COLS RIDE
Distance: 65km | Elevation: 1,200m
A Vélo Ventoux favourite and one of our most popular rides.
Starting straight from the front door, this classic loop takes in three beautiful climbs: the Col de Propiac (6.2km at 3.4%), the Col d’Ey (5.3km at 6%) and the Col de la Croix Rouge (6.5km at 4.2%).
The highlight is the stunning panorama from the Col d’Ey, with breathtaking views stretching both north and south across the Baronnies Provençales.
A perfect introduction to the incredible cycling right on our doorstep.
BRANTES – ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL LOOPS IN PROVENCE
Distance: 50km | Elevation: 850m
Short but spectacular, this is one of our favourite two-hour cycling loops from Vélo Ventoux.
The route packs an incredible amount of scenery into a relatively short ride, taking in the stunning Col de Fontaube and the Côte de Peyronnière, with breathtaking views across the Toulourenc Valley and the northern face of Mont Ventoux.
A perfect ride for arrival or departure day, or for anyone wanting a shorter route without compromising on scenery.
