Following on from our "Treasures of Piedmont" tour, here we have an original tour that takes you from the Valle Stura to the seaside, passing through the interior of the Marguareis, a little-frequented mountain area of the Piedmont despite the fact that it contains some great mountain biking treasures.
We're keeping to the same recipe, 1 guide, 1 lorry, with short hops from one valley to the next, to discover the nuances, the changes in relief and atmosphere, the architectural features of each village and the paths that link them.
Cosy accommodation, fine and generous cuisine, carefully planned itineraries to keep you from being shaken about all day long, and to make your experience as smooth, enjoyable and rewarding as possible.
For the last day, we ask a local driver to pick us up on the coast so that we can enjoy a beautiful crossing and an arrival with our feet in the water, in one of the typical villages of the Ligurian Riviera...
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Morning transfer from our bike centre in Eygliers to the Limone valley directly to the Limone valley and the area around the Col de Tende pass. First panoramic mountain bike loop to warm up on the military trails of the Via del Sale and the balcony paths mountain pastures, the Roya valley and Mont Montgioie. Montgioie. This is your first taste of the Ligurian Alps Alps, before heading back down to the Marguareis, where our hotel for the evening Transfer (3H) Overnight in a 3-star hotel
We love this valley, and it's probably not for nothing that the Italians that the Italians organised a mountain bike cross-country event in this area many years ago. Cross country event in this area many years ago. This event had the merit of highlighting some magnificent itineraries that are perfectly suited to our mountain biking. Transfer to the Valle Pessio in the morning for a beautiful loop through undergrowth with high mountain landscapes, hidden refuges where you can have a coffee where you can enjoy a cup of coffee, and playful trails under chestnut trees. chestnut trees. Arrive by mountain bike directly at the hotel in the evening. Overnight in a 3-star hotel
Morning transfer to Valle Ellero, another valley in the Marguareis for a panoramic mountain bike tour at altitude. Trails wide (and rocky...) tracks, alpine trails, 360° views of the surrounding surrounding peaks, and a mountain hut for a well-deserved break. all the ingredients for a day in the mountains, with your nose to the wind with your nose in the wind, contemplating the landscapes around you after our taste buds with a nice plate of pasta with pesto... pesto... Overnight in guest rooms
From a neighbouring village, we have the option of a second loop at altitude, this time in the neighbouring Valle Corsaglia. valle Corsaglia, a neighbouring valley. wind up the hillside to reach the summits and high mountain pastures. Once at the top, the views are as are as surprising as ever, and the mountain atmosphere a change of scenery. As for the descents, they are varied and can be made and can be done on forest paths or on routes designed for mountain biking. Another great day! Transfer at the end of the day to the Valle Tanaro area where for the night. Overnight in guest rooms
For this final day, we ask our host to pick us up on the coast to pick us up on the coast after lunch for a pleasant the Ligurian Riviera. Just thirty kilometres separate us from the sea, and we've put together a varied itinerary a varied itinerary that allows us to explore a range of environments and well suited to our programme. Often very often very stony and steep, cut out for enduro mountain biking in the Finale Ligure, we take a completely different direction, passing through some cliffside coastal villages to catch up with the typical seaside typical seaside villages. Lunch in a restaurant Transfer back to Eygliers after lunch (3h30)
FURTHER TRAINING = Services focused on learning and riding techniques. In a course format with half-day teaching modules or in a stay format with often a half-day of improvement (depending on level) in the morning and hiking in the afternoon to enjoy the mountain. Mainly in the Guillestrois Queyras
DISCOVERY = Easy to moderate level tours that encourage contemplation and explanations of the natural and cultural heritage, where the difference in altitude is moderate, the risk of falling and the technical requirements are low. In star or itinerant form, in France or in the Italian Piedmont
ALL MOUNTAIN = Mountain oriented trips where the pleasure of pedalling and climbing takes on its full dimension. For those who already have a minimum of technical knowledge in both climbing and descending, who obviously like the adrenalin and technicality of single descents but who are more interested in contemplating the high altitude landscapes rather than accumulating descents at all costs
ENDURO = Still in the high mountains on shared or dedicated routes, with a clear focus on descent rather than contemplation. We still pedal but this time we increase the ratio with a morning shuttle to reach between 1200 to 1500m of D+ and 2500m of D-. Protective gear is highly recommended and respect for other mountain users is mandatory.
SHUTTLE ENDURO = Clearly for downhillers who are looking for adrenaline and the technicality of the descent on trails dedicated to this practice as much as possible. The ratio is increased here with logistical support throughout the day to reach 1000m of D+ on the way up and 3000m of D-. Protection is strongly recommended and respect for other mountain users is mandatory.
TECHNICAL LEVELS :
BEGINNER = You do not yet master the basic techniques of mountain biking (balance, gear shifting, braking, maintaining your trajectories on narrow trails...) and going into the mountains scares you but you want to brave your limits.
INTERMEDIATE = You are comfortable on your bike even on narrow single tracks but many mistakes persist. You don't mind riding in the mountains, but getting into tight corners, steep slopes or rocky-rooty trails can make you worry if it goes on too long. Long, intense rides take a lot of energy and concentration and can increase the risk of falling as the day progresses.
CONFIRMED = You are able to control your bike in the mountains whatever the terrain (crossings, hairpins, roots, rocks, steep climbs and descents, singletracks) and you are able to keep all your lucidity even on long days. You still have room to improve your style, performance and riding fluidity...
EXPERT = You have full control of your bike in all situations and you are autonomous in the mountains. You are able to keep up with the pace, even on long days with 2 batteries for example. The guide may find it difficult to keep up with you.... But he knows the paths not to be missed and allows you not to worry about the route, so trust him!
PHYSICAL LEVELS :
COOL = Throughout your stay you will cycle on wide tracks that lend themselves to contemplation, the pace is not very fast, although you will obviously have to pedal to make the bike move on mountain terrain. These are our "beginners" trips and outings, of easy level. Ideal for a first approach to electric mountain biking, for those who want an active holiday but have little opportunity to do sport on a daily basis
MODERATE = You are a more regular daily rider and enjoy challenging yourself, even if it means getting into the red sometimes. The pace of cycling and the trip remains cool and contemplative, but can include many steeper sections and longer climbs that you obviously have to endure physically and mentally to enjoy the cycling experience. Easy itineraries, Discovery mountain star trips or intermediate All Mountain trips are more likely to be found in this category
SPORTSMAN = Sport is your daily routine and sweating profusely is almost a goal of the day for you. Sometimes steep climbs that require good calves and big thighs, varied pedalling rates, relaunching, linking up with descents..., all the while keeping your wits about you of course! Many of our All Mountain Enduro trips take place at this pace
INTENSE = You have "the body" as we say back home, and the muscle tone and concentration capacity to withstand long distances and a series of terrains. So we go riding from morning to night, until we run out of two batteries if necessary. Good luck!
You will ride in small groups (Minimum 3 people - Maximum 8 people, or 7 people for enduro trips with logistical support)
More pleasant, easier to discuss together, less inertia, easier for the guide to give precious advice and to adapt to the level of the group, ... less technical incidents too... In short, all advantages!
Our tours are therefore calculated with the aim of keeping them "insured" with 3 people in the Queyras, 4 people outside and during the itineraries, while keeping the number of people reduced.
Since the beginning we have worked closely with the hosts you will be staying with.
Cycling reception is improving year by year in the Queyras and the Hautes Alpes in general. In Italy, things are often already well in place
Although the "dormitory" or "3* hotel" formulas are possible to better fit the budget and expectations of everyone, we have chosen to build our stays as we would like to experience them.
Most of the time in "Gîte tout confort" formula, rooms to share (3-4 persons max) with sanitary facilities in the rooms.
For the itineraries, it is sometimes a bit more complex and we try to find the right balance between comfort, conviviality, good food without compromising the quality of the itinerary.
In order to develop this activity seriously and to offer a quality service at every stage, we have established a real cycle shop at the gates of the Queyras, in Eygliers.
We have several 9-seater vehicles and approved trailers, suitable for transporting ATVs.
The drivers are often guides or mechanics who are used to working together, which ensures a good flow, a good atmosphere and brings an extra service in the package when the bike needs to be repaired
Picnic buffets, refreshments based on local products, elaborate meals, etc. are also possible during incentive days or itinerant trips
We therefore have complete control over the logistical and material aspects. This makes all the difference in the field and is a real guarantee of quality and reactivity for you
On foot, by bike (with or without batteries) or with the bike on our backs... , All of us have travelled the length and breadth of the Guillestrois Queyras and the Piedmont over the last 15 years.
With an eye for detail, we have taken the time to design unique routes through our various programmes, so that they can be adapted to each type of practice, to each level, to each type of audience. This is a long-term project that is now bearing fruit.
By working with local guides, each in their own way, they are able to adjust the routes in real time in order to offer you theperfect sequence that will match the level and expectations of the group
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