Arvieux, a region in the Hautes-Alpes department of southeastern France, is nestled within the Queyras Regional Natural Park. This area is characterized by dramatic alpine scenery, diverse geological formations, and a preserved natural environment, making it ideal for outdoor pursuits. The landscape features high mountain peaks, extensive forests, and picturesque valleys, offering varied terrain for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. Arvieux sits at the foot of the iconic Col d'Izoard, known for its…
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4.3
(10)
794
riders
46.1km
02:57
1,390m
1,390m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(9)
432
riders
38.4km
02:32
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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930
riders
61.3km
03:52
1,790m
1,790m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(7)
402
riders
32.1km
02:05
970m
970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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1
riders
55.1km
05:56
2,080m
2,080m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

75
riders
111km
08:56
3,540m
3,540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
riders
30.1km
02:31
830m
830m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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20
riders
59.2km
04:40
1,670m
1,670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(33)
427
hikers
5.25km
02:14
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(35)
384
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(7)
173
hikers
23.2km
08:17
1,170m
1,170m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
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217
hikers
15.6km
06:47
1,020m
1,020m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.7
(22)
266
riders
26.1km
03:36
1,220m
1,220m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

79
riders
7.65km
01:06
460m
460m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(5)
61
riders
27.2km
03:23
1,080m
1,080m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
(4)
78
riders
21.4km
02:49
1,070m
1,070m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(5)
333
riders
26.7km
02:21
1,000m
990m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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108
riders
32.6km
04:05
1,330m
1,330m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
74
riders
28.7km
03:40
1,270m
1,270m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
52
riders
14.9km
01:20
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
37
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

33
runners
22.0km
02:50
960m
960m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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27
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

29
runners
9.23km
01:26
500m
500m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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16
hikers
3.72km
01:51
270m
260m
Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
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8
hikers
10.7km
06:08
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
11
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(3)
8
hikers
11.7km
04:07
630m
630m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Arvieux offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features over 220 routes, with an average rating of 4.66 out of 5 stars from more than 1,100 ratings.
Arvieux offers many marked hiking trails, including sections of the GR5 and GR58. Popular destinations include Lake Souliers and Roue Lake, as well as alpine chalets like Clapeyto and Furfande. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Arvieux guide.
Arvieux is known for challenging road cycling routes, notably the Col d'Izoard, which features sections with gradients up to 14%. The area's roads are often part of the Tour de France. More details are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Arvieux guide.
The region provides an extensive network of marked trails for mountain biking, catering to various skill levels. Riders can explore alpine chalets like Clapeyto and Furfande, or discover the Queyras Bike Parks. The MTB Trails around Arvieux guide offers further information.
Arvieux offers diverse routes, from easy loops suitable for families, such as the circular walk to Lac de Roue, to more challenging mountaineering routes. The region's varied terrain allows for options across different activity types. Specific family-friendly routes can be found within the various sport guides.
Arvieux is characterized by dramatic alpine scenery, including the Col d'Izoard and its unique 'Casse Déserte' landscape. Other notable features include mountain lakes like Lake Souliers and Roue Lake, alpine chalets at Clapeyto and Furfande, and the Rochebrune Peak.
Spring and autumn are particularly ideal for long, contemplative hikes, offering natural colors. The region is suitable for various outdoor activities throughout the warmer months. Specific seasonal considerations may apply to different sports.
The Queyras Regional Natural Park, which includes Arvieux, has regulations regarding dogs on trails. It is advisable to check local signage or park guidelines for specific rules on leash requirements and restricted areas, especially near protected wildlife or grazing animals.
Arvieux features a total of 223 routes across various sports on komoot. These include 107 hiking routes, 32 mountain biking routes, 7 road cycling routes, and 20 touring cycling routes, among others.
Komoot offers several guides for Arvieux, including Hiking around Arvieux, Road Cycling Routes around Arvieux, MTB Trails around Arvieux, and Cycling around Arvieux. Additional guides cover Running, Gravel biking, and Mountain Hikes.
The official tourism website for the broader Queyras region, which includes Arvieux, is https://en.queyras-montagne.com. The phone number for the Arvieux Tourist Office is +33492467281.
Outdoor routes in Arvieux have an average rating of 4.66 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 1,100 user reviews.
Touring cyclists can enjoy routes within the Queyras Regional Natural Park, characterized by dramatic alpine scenery. Popular touring routes include the Brunissard Pump Track – Col de l'Izoard loop and the Furfande Refuge – Furfande Pass loop. The Cycling around Arvieux guide provides more details.

