Lochieu Wash Fountain – The Sugarloaf loop from Arvière-en-Valromey

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Lochieu Wash Fountain – The Sugarloaf loop from Arvière-en-Valromey

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Lochieu Wash Fountain – The Sugarloaf loop from Arvière-en-Valromey

02:48

43.5km

600m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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24 m

Lochieu Wash Fountain

Highlight • Structure

A lovely pool of water in Lochieu. A perfect place to cool off if you're planning to cycle up to the Grand Colombier.

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2.34 km

Brenaz – Northern Gateway to Le Grand Colombier

Highlight • Settlement

If you want to go to Colombier from the north, you will pass here. Alternatively, you can go from the south via Culoz. Both routes are beautiful

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3.77 km

The Sugarloaf

Highlight • Waterfall

Le Pain de Sucre is located in the town of Champagne-en-Valromey. It is a waterfall that has formed a giant stalagmite 10 meters high.

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12.5 km

Café de Hotonnes

Highlight • Cafe

It was already siesta time, but I managed to persuade the owner to give me a coffee. The place was deserted.
I needed energy and confidence for the climb to the Grand Colombier.

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43.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.0 km

582 m

Surfaces

40.8 km

2.78 km