Cycling route: Grand Colombier and Col de la Biche from Les Plans d'Hotonnes

  • Sport
  • Cycling sports
  • Cycle tourism route
Elevation : 1034m
Les Plans d'Hotonnes, 01260 Haut-Valromey

Description

86 km circuit starting from the Plans d'Hotonnes resort allowing you to double the ascent of the Grand Colombier via the Valromey and its neighbor the Col de la Biche from the Rhône valley.
Departing from the Plans d'Hotonnes resort on the Plateau de Retord, this circuit climbs the Grand Colombier by its easiest face on the Lochieu side and descends to Anglefort. (Recommended detour of one km to the Fenestrez viewpoint during the descent to enjoy the panorama). The Col de la Biche from Corbonod is done on its most difficult side before switching back to Valromey and climbing back to the starting point. Rental of classic bikes and e-bikes at the Sports 360 store in Plans d'Hotonnes.

Services

Free car park
Car park
Public WC
Bar
Picnic area
Motorhomes allowed
Accommodation
Restaurant

Plain text period

From 15/04 to 15/10 daily.

Environment

  • Overview on river
  • Forest location
  • Mountain view
  • Panoramic view
  • In the country
  • Lake view
  • Lake 5 km away
  • River 5 km away
  • Village 2 km away
Updated on 31 July 2026 at 15:10
by Office de Tourisme Bugey Sud Grand Colombier
(Offer identifier : 6100579)
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