Les balcons d'Autuche

The route begins on a quiet road towards the Col de Valouse to cross the gorges. The route continues on an uphill track to Col Aimont, with a view of Mont Ventoux. Be careful, the descent is very stony, so keep your strength up, as you won't forget either the last climb or the final descent.

Point 1: Village square (km 0).

Point 2: Le s Tilleuls (km 0.06 - 420m)
Left VTTn°6.

Point 3: Avant Grange neuve (km 5.7 - 700m)
Turn left off the D130.

Point 4: Marinon (km 7.5 - 746m)
Turn right.

Point 5: Col Aimont (km 9.63 - 856m)
Highest point on the circuit.

Point 6: Col de Fonturière (km 10.91 - 775m)
Turn left.

Point 7: La piste (km 11.44 - 755m)
Continue straight ahead on the track.

Point 8: L'Echalette (km 14.47 - 755m)
Turn left into private property. Big climb.

Point 9: Pied de Reyssas (km 16.87 - 690m)
In the hairpin bend, take the path straight ahead for 30m, then switch right onto the path, a fine descent to the campsite, then back to the village.


THE COMMUNAUTE DE COMMUNES DES BARONNIES EN DROME PROVENCALE :

- FFCT circuit rated red for MTB (difficult) and red for VTTAE / XC type / for regular and experienced riders

- A 10 km climb for 450 meters of ascent and a second climb of 2 km for 250 meters of ascent.

- Technical Enduro-type descents.
*refer to FFCT rating

- 7 kms of road / 11 kms of track / 2 kms of single track


BEFORE SETTING OFF :

- Check the weather forecast before you set off, as the routes may become dangerous in bad weather.

- Find out about the condition of the route before you leave: Buis-les-Baronnies Tourist Office (tel: 04 75 28 04 59)


- Take water, food, a small first-aid kit (double skin, strap and paracetamol), a survival blanket, a windbreaker, a whistle and use brightly-colored, reflective clothing for your safety.

- Whenever possible, don't travel alone: tell someone close to you about your itinerary and planned times, and recharge your phone battery to 100%.

- Be aware of the hunting season (generally from 01/09 to 28/02) and, if possible, inform yourself of the dates and locations of hunting drives.

- For nocturnal outings: avoid routes through grazing areas, and use headlamps suitable for outdoor use.


ON THE ROUTE :

- Respect natural and agricultural environments (no picking, etc.).

- Respect other users of the area (hunters, runners, shepherds, foresters).

- Adopt the right reflexes with guard dogs: stay calm, don't approach the herd and don't interact with the guard dog (go around the area if possible).

- Remember that in the mountains, you are always in the home of someone who accepts you: respecting private property is a guarantee of permanent authorization for passage.

- Close gates after you've passed through, and don't cross fences.

- Stay on marked trails, don't cut laces

- All sections of the trail on public roads are subject to the Highway Code, so please respect it.

- Keep all your garbage with you and leave no trace of your passage.

- No fires in the mountains. If you see a fire or suspicious smoke, call 112.