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The Grande Pierre Bazanne – Col de Baracuchet (1267 m) loop from Bard

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The Grande Pierre Bazanne – Col de Baracuchet (1267 m) loop from Bard

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The Grande Pierre Bazanne – Col de Baracuchet (1267 m) loop from Bard

03:28

35.5km

810m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 1.23 km for 76 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.67 km

Between the summits of Grande and Petite Pierre Bazanne

Highlight • Viewpoint

Yes, a very nice mountain bike ride in the heather with superb landscapes

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19.9 km

The great Pierre Bazanne, 1,394 meters high, is a neck of volcanic origin emerging from the high stubble of Forez. Above the forests, it offers a 360-degree panorama. Unusual: this basalt block freaks out compasses!

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25.8 km

Col de Baracuchet (1267 m)

Highlight • Mountain Pass

1267 m high for an enchanting pass, very peaceful in the heart of nature.

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28.0 km

Les Prats-de-la-Chau

Highlight • Settlement

Les Prats-de-la-Chau is a small hamlet located on the Forez mountains, at an altitude of 1,218 meters. The shade of its thick walls offers a privileged setting under the howling temperatures of summer.

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35.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.4 km

6.74 km

5.27 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.7 km

6.16 km

4.27 km

3.27 km

3.09 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,380 m)

Lowest point (710 m)

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Saturday 23 May

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The Grande Pierre Bazanne – Col de Baracuchet (1267 m) loop from Bard

Verrieres

Between the summits of Grande and Petite Pierre Bazanne