Cycling and walking

Road cycling

From rolling roads to mountain passes

Official circuits start and finish in central Ambert.

Outdoors in Livradois-Forez

Road cyclists on the roads around Ambert

Roads that make you want to keep riding

The Centre VTT du Pays d’Ambert describes ten road-cycling circuits. These three examples start in Ambert, from an approachable loop to a long day in the mountains. None officially starts at Le Pré Doux.

You can start your cycling day directly at Le Pré Doux and ride to your chosen route. The published official starting point remains authoritative.

Route inspiration

Three rides from Ambert

Alternative route

Grenier · circuit 3

Start and finish: central Ambert

The shortest selection: a loop via Beurières, Arlanc and Grenier with a gentler elevation profile.

Distance
50 km
Ascent
480 hm

Alternative route

Forez · circuit 2

Start and finish: central Ambert

A long mountain day over cols including Chansert, Béal and Croix de l’Homme Mort.

Distance
130 km
Ascent
2.800 hm

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