Description
Looking for a challenging downhill ride? Then this route is perfect for experts like you (involves carrying your bike and a very technical descent—steps, loose rocks, and rutted sections). It’s almost all singletrack from top to bottom. Plus, there’s a be
Follow the black Mountain Bike Trail No. 5
- TipsWARNING: On this route, you may encounter livestock guard dogs tasked with protecting herds from wolf attacks.
To minimize the risk of conflict, bringing pets is strongly discouraged, even if they are on a leash.
Cyclists, please be especially vigilant: upon seeing a herd, you must get off your bike, stop, and allow the dogs to assess you. Then, give the herd a wide berth, keeping your bike between you and the guard dog.
In any case, remain calm, avoid sudden movements, and do not attempt to cross through the herd.
→ To learn more about how to behave around guard dogs: https://rando.sisteron-alpesprovencales.fr/information/14-Les-patous-et-nous-!
Discover Orpierre, the climbing village (www.orpierre-escalade.com)
Caution: technical descent and bike carrying. Suitable for expert riders only.
Accepted customers
- Level red – hard