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Cycling, mountain biking and gravel

Nestling between the lavender plateaux, the shores of Lake Sainte-Croix and the cliffs of the Gorges du Verdon, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is an ideal base for cycling, mountain biking and gravel enthusiasts. Whether you’re a fan of panoramic roads or technical trails in the heart of nature, the diversity of the area promises memorable itineraries combining sport, discovery and wonder.

Our hire companies, guides and repairers

Need to hire a bike, have it repaired or find a guide? Our local partners can help you on your adventure. Find all the cycling services available in Moustiers and the surrounding area below.

Renters in Moustiers

Moustiers Bike Services

Moustiers Bike Services

Find us at the Petit Lac in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie for walks in the heart of Provence….

Moustiers Bike Services
ebikemoustiers

ebikemoustiers

Electric bicycle rental in the municipality of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. Open every day in season, located at…

ebikemoustiers

Repairers

Moustiers Bike Services

Moustiers Bike Services

Find us at the Petit Lac in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie for walks in the heart of Provence….

Moustiers Bike Services

Attendants

Aquattitude Base Nautique – VTT

Aquattitude Base Nautique – VTT

The nautical base AQUATTITUDE offers outdoor activities supervised or for rent: Canoeing, Paddle and pedal…

Aquattitude Base Nautique – VTT

For cyclists and road cyclists

Ride to the rhythm of the cicadas on roads lined with spectacular scenery. From Moustiers, take in the famous Valensole plateau, its lavender fields and breathtaking views. The tour of Lac de Sainte-Croix, the surrounding passes and the loops around the villages of the Verdon are all ideal routes for cyclists who love hills and wide open spaces.

Cyclo n°17 – Le Tour des Gorges du Verdon

Cyclo n°17 – Le Tour des Gorges du Verdon

The real tour of the Grand Canyon via the steep roads of both banks. A…

Cyclo n°17 – Le Tour des Gorges du Verdon
Cyclo n°16 – Le Tour du lac de Sainte-Croix

Cyclo n°16 – Le Tour du lac de Sainte-Croix

Two shores for a single emerald lake with its villages and lavender. A stop at…

Cyclo n°16 – Le Tour du lac de Sainte-Croix
Cyclo n°15 – La Romaine

Cyclo n°15 – La Romaine

The ascent of the Valensole plateau with its 16% sections will take you cold, but…

Cyclo n°15 – La Romaine
Cyclo n°14 – Le Grand Canyon

Cyclo n°14 – Le Grand Canyon

From the capital of Lavendel, the easiest way to discover the Verdon gorges with the…

Cyclo n°14 – Le Grand Canyon

Mountain biking: adventure on the trails

The area around Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is ideal for mountain bikers. With forest trails, balcony paths, technical descents and spectacular views over the Verdon, the signposted routes are ideal for both experienced mountain bikers and families looking for accessible rides. The Parc Naturel Régional du Verdon is responsible for the upkeep and signposting of many of the routes, so you can ride in complete peace of mind in an unspoilt environment.

VTT n°3 – Les balcons du lac de Sainte-Croix

VTT n°3 – Les balcons du lac de Sainte-Croix

Starting from le Plateau de Valensole that boasts a spectacular view over le Lac de…

VTT n°3 – Les balcons du lac de Sainte-Croix
VTT n°5 – Le Montdenier

VTT n°5 – Le Montdenier

Starting from the car park at the entrance to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, head towards the centre through…

VTT n°5 – Le Montdenier
VTT n°6 – Les contreforts du Lac

VTT n°6 – Les contreforts du Lac

Starting from the car park at the entrance to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, cycle for 3km up the…

VTT n°6 – Les contreforts du Lac
VTT n°2 – Le Circuit des Lavandes

VTT n°2 – Le Circuit des Lavandes

Starting from le Plateau de Valensole that boasts a spectacular view over le Lac de…

VTT n°2 – Le Circuit des Lavandes
VTT n°7 – Le moulin de Mouresse

VTT n°7 – Le moulin de Mouresse

Starting from the car park at the entrance to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, cycle for 3km up the…

VTT n°7 – Le moulin de Mouresse
VTT n°1 – Le lac de Sainte-Croix depuis Moustiers

VTT n°1 – Le lac de Sainte-Croix depuis Moustiers

Starting from the car park at the entrance to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, take the small, tarmacked path…

VTT n°1 – Le lac de Sainte-Croix depuis Moustiers

Gravel: between road and freedom

Gravel is winning over more and more cyclists… and the Moustiers area is perfect for this hybrid sport! Here, you can cycle on rolling tracks, small roads and farm tracks in the heart of the Provençal countryside. The gentle slopes of the Valensole plateau, the shores of the lake and the foothills of the Gorges du Verdon offer a multitude of suitable itineraries for exploring, performing and getting away from it all.

Gravel n°G1 – Le lac de Sainte Croix vu du plateau

Gravel n°G1 – Le lac de Sainte Croix vu du plateau

This route winds through lavender fields (flowering in June) and offers privileged views of the…

Gravel n°G1 – Le lac de Sainte Croix vu du plateau
Gravel n°G3 – Tour des villages du plateau de Valensole

Gravel n°G3 – Tour des villages du plateau de Valensole

Towards Saint-Jurs the road rises rapidly to give way to some superb views of the…

Gravel n°G3 – Tour des villages du plateau de Valensole
Gravel n°G2 – Tour des 2 lacs du Verdon

Gravel n°G2 – Tour des 2 lacs du Verdon

This route winds through lavender fields and offers privileged viewpoints over the Sainte-Croix lake and…

Gravel n°G2 – Tour des 2 lacs du Verdon
Gravel n°G4 – Tour des Gorges du Verdon

Gravel n°G4 – Tour des Gorges du Verdon

Head towards the Gorges du Verdon, it’s a discovery of unforgettable landscapes around the largest…

Gravel n°G4 – Tour des Gorges du Verdon
Gravel n°G5 – Tour du massif du Montdenier

Gravel n°G5 – Tour du massif du Montdenier

Departing from the capital of earthenware, these forest trails explore the land of ruined villages….

Gravel n°G5 – Tour du massif du Montdenier

Touring: a nature-filled adventure

Cycling the Verdon is a slow, immersive way of discovering the region that’s deeply connected to nature. Along the way, enjoy gourmet breaks, authentic encounters with local producers, and unforgettable views of the gorges and lavender fields. Cycling is also a commitment to gentle tourism, respectful of the environment and the local people. So, are you ready to pedal towards the essential?

Grande Traversée VTT – La TransVerdon

Grande Traversée VTT – La TransVerdon

‘La TransVerdon’ begins at the source of the Verdon River at the Col d’Allos pass,…

Grande Traversée VTT – La TransVerdon
Tour du Verdon by bike

Tour du Verdon by bike

The Tour du Verdon à vélo, designed for adventure-seekers, takes you on a journey of…

Tour du Verdon by bike

Maps of mountain bike and cycle routes

Our region is bursting with trails for mountain bikers and splendid roads for cyclists, so it’s up to you to discover them!
You can find our mountain bike routes on :

Also to be discovered

As you cycle around the Plateau de Valensole, let yourself be intoxicated by the violet landscapes and enchanting scents. In summer, the lavender fields stretch as far as the eye can see just a few pedal strokes from Moustiers. A sensory escape not to be missed, combining nature, tradition and breathtaking panoramas.

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