Trans Provence

Starting in Nice, the cultural capital of the French Riviera, and finishing on the Giant of Provence, Mont Ventoux, this is a must-do ride for keen cyclists. Along the way you’ll conquer the legendary Col de la Madone and the Col d’Eze, the famous Col de Vence, and ride through some of the most spectacular terrain in France including the Gorges du Verdon and the Gorges de la Nesque.

Mont Ventoux, Col de la Madone, Col de Vence, Col de la Ligne – just a few of the famous climbs that you’ll conquer on this stunning ride across the south of France.

We’ve prepared a magnificent route through the southern Alps and Provence, combining epic climbs, awe-inspiring scenery and delightful hotels where you can relax with a glass of Rosé de Provence after a great day in the saddlle.

You’ll ride Lance Armstrong’s favorite training route when he lived in Nice, over the Col d’Eze and the Col de la Madone, you’ll conquer the Col de Vence, one of the key climbs in the Paris-Nice Stage race and you’ll ride through the 2 most spectacular gorges in France, the Gorges du Verdon and the Gorges de la Nesque. The trip ends with one of the most famous climbs in Europe: the Giant of Provence, Mont Ventoux!

A bucket-list trip for every keen cyclist!