The Cinglé du Mont Ventoux
Three climbs. One mountain. One unforgettable day.
The Cinglé du Mont Ventoux Challenge
The Cinglé du Mont Ventoux is one of cycling’s most iconic challenges. To earn membership of the prestigious Club des Cinglés du Mont Ventoux, you’ll need to climb the Giant of Provence from all three classic routes — Bédoin, Malaucène and Sault — in a single day. You can find more information on the mountain and its three routes in our Cycling Mont Ventoux guide.
We take care of your official Cinglé registration as part of the package, so everything is organised before you arrive. If you’d like to learn more about the challenge and the Club, you can visit the official Club des Cinglés du Mont Ventoux website.
A few weeks later, you’ll receive your official certificate and become a recognised member of one of cycling’s most exclusive clubs, having completed one of the sport’s ultimate bucket-list achievements.
Highlights
✓ Become an Official Cinglé – Join the legendary Club des Cinglés du Mont Ventoux.
✓ Ride All Three Ascents – Climb Mont Ventoux via Bédoin, Malaucène and Sault in a single day.
✓ Expert Support Throughout – Ride with the experienced Vélo Ventoux team every step of the way.
✓ Marseille Airport Transfers Included – Stress-free travel from arrival to departure.
✓ Fully Supported Challenge – Support vehicle with nutrition, drinks, mechanical assistance and encouragement throughout the day.
Dates
We have long weekends in May, June and September 2027 when we will be running a fully supported Cinglé day.
2026
Thursday 24th September to Monday 28th September.
2027
Thursday 13th May to Monday 17th May.
Thursday 27th May to Monday 31st May.
Thursday 17th June to Monday 21st June.
Thursday 24th June to Monday 28th June
Thursday 9th September to Monday 13th September.
We are also flexible from late May to early September if you want to come and stay with us on a 3 or 4 day long weekend or mid-week mini break.
If the above dates don’t suit you please enquire about a custom tour. The optimum dates for The Cinglé are between mid-May and the end of September.
Cost
From £795.00 per person based on 2 sharing
Single Occupancy Supplement £350.00
What's included
✓ Four nights’ accommodation with breakfast
✓ Return transfers from Marseille Provence Airport or Avignon TGV Station
✓ Fully supported Cinglé du Mont Ventoux challenge
✓ Official Club des Cinglés du Mont Ventoux brevet card
✓ GPX route files for your GPS device
✓ Energy products, snacks and drinks throughout the challenge
✓ Full mechanical assistance and support vehicle
✓ Transport back to VeloVentoux if you don’t finish – no matter what time
Not included
✓ Flights to and from France
✓ Travel insurance
✓ Evening meals – we leave these flexible so you can enjoy the excellent choice of local restaurants in Malaucène.
✓ Personal expenses and drinks outside of the support provided during the challenge.
✓ Lunches on non-challenge riding days.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Shakedown Ride
On arrival at Marseille Provence Airport, we’ll meet you and transfer you to VeloVentoux in Puyméras (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes). We operate both a morning and an afternoon airport transfer to suit most flight arrivals.
If you arrive on the morning transfer, you’ll have time to build your bike and get settled in. We’re always on hand to help if needed and to make sure everything is ready for the days ahead.
Once everyone is ready, we’ll head out on a relaxed 45 km shake-down ride to the beautiful hilltop village of Brantes, with magnificent views of the north face of Mont Ventoux. It’s the perfect opportunity to check your bike, loosen the legs and get familiar with the local roads before the challenge.
In the evening, we’ll head into the village for dinner together and talk through the Cinglé Challenge, answer any last-minute questions and make sure everyone is fully prepared for the big day ahead.
Day 2: Cinglé du Mont Ventoux
Today is the day you’ve been preparing for. You’ll take on the legendary Cinglé du Mont Ventoux challenge, climbing all three sides of the mountain in a single day.
You have two options:
Option 1 – Start from Malaucène
A short 15-minute transfer takes you to Malaucène, where you’ll begin the challenge.
- Distance: 135 km
- Elevation gain: 4,381 m
Option 2 – Start from VeloVentoux
Warm-up ride directly from our accommodation in Puyméras, adding a little extra distance and elevation to the day.
- Distance: 161 km
- Elevation gain: 5,000 m
Whichever option you choose, you’ll be fully supported throughout the day with our support vehicle providing nutrition, drinks and mechanical assistance. Our experienced team will be there to keep you fuelled, motivated and riding all the way to your final ascent of Mont Ventoux. Once you’ve completed the challenge, we’ll return to VeloVentoux to celebrate your achievement.
Day 3: Tour du Ventoux
After yesterday’s challenge, today’s ride is one of our absolute favourites – the VeloVentoux Tour du Ventoux. This spectacular 112 km route with 1,400 m of climbing circles Mont Ventoux in an anti-clockwise direction, showcasing the incredible variety of landscapes that surround the Giant of Provence.
We’ll stop for coffee in the charming village of Villes-sur-Auzon before climbing through the breathtaking Gorges de la Nesque, one of the most scenic roads in France. From there, we’ll continue to Sault for a well-earned lunch before returning via the beautiful Toulourenc Valley, completing a memorable circuit of the mountain.
- Distance: 112 km
- Elevation gain: 1,400 m
Day 4: The 3 Cols Ride
For those joining the 4-day tour, we’ll finish with one of our favourite local routes – the Three Cols Ride. Starting directly from the front door of VeloVentoux, this beautiful loop takes in three classic Provençal climbs, each offering its own character and spectacular scenery.
The route includes:
- Col de Propiac – 6.2 km at an average gradient of 3.4%
- Col d’Ey – 5.3 km at an average gradient of 6%
- Col de la Croix Rouge – 6.5 km at an average gradient of 4.2%
The highlight of the day is undoubtedly the Col d’Ey, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views stretching both north towards the Alps and south across Provence.
- Distance: 65 km
- Elevation gain: 1,200 m
It’s the perfect way to round off your VeloVentoux experience, with quiet roads, beautiful scenery and just enough climbing to finish the trip on a high.
Day 5: Departure day
After breakfast, we’ll transfer you back to Marseille Provence Airport for your onward journey. The transfer takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, giving you time to reflect on an unforgettable few days of riding in Provence—and, hopefully, your successful completion of the Cinglé du Mont Ventoux.
Whether you’re heading home with tired legs, a new brevet certificate on the way, or memories of an incredible cycling challenge, we hope to welcome you back to VeloVentoux again soon.
The Cinglé Map
Is the Cinglé Challenge for Me?
The Cinglé du Mont Ventoux is one of cycling’s most iconic achievements. Climbing Mont Ventoux three times in a single day is a demanding challenge, but with good preparation, sensible pacing and the full support of the VeloVentoux team, it’s an achievable goal for many keen cyclists.
You don’t need to be an elite rider, but you should be comfortable spending a long day in the saddle and capable of riding in mountainous terrain. We’ll help you with pacing, nutrition and strategy throughout the day, giving you the best possible chance of earning your Club des Cinglés certificate.
This challenge is ideal if you:
✓ Have always dreamed of becoming a Cinglé du Mont Ventoux.
✓ Regularly ride 100–150 km and enjoy climbing.
✓ Want the reassurance of expert local support throughout the day.
✓ Prefer to focus on the ride while we take care of the logistics.
✓ Enjoy taking on memorable cycling challenges in spectacular surroundings.