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Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur
Provence
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Forcalquier
Manosque

The Grand Fountain – Chemin de la Ferre loop from Maison de la Biodiversité

Hard

4.5

(4)

48

riders

The Grand Fountain – Chemin de la Ferre loop from Maison de la Biodiversité

03:41

56.6km

740m

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: March 23, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.04 km for 102 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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3.78 km

Jean Giono Centre

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The Jean Giono center is entirely devoted to the work and life of the famous Provençal writer native of Manosque. You can also visit his birthplace called Maison Le Paraïs …

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2

4.12 km

Saint-Sauveur Church

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The Saint-Sauveur church in Manosque combines Romanesque and Gothic styles and was built between the 12th and 14th centuries.

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3

4.19 km

Historic Center of Manosque

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Welcome to Manosque, a town steeped in the literary legacy of Jean Giono. 📚🏞️ This charming Provençal town, nestled amidst picturesque landscapes, offers a unique blend of history and natural …

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4

4.29 km

Saunerie Gate

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The gate was built in the 14th century together with the fortifications of the town of Manosque.

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5

25.1 km

The Grand Fountain

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Small town on the plateau, surrounded by lots of lavender. Restaurants and souvenir shops in the town.

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6

25.8 km

Lavender Museum

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Small museum about lavender in Valensole.

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7

26.7 km

D8 between Valensole and Greoux

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Beautiful descent from Valensole and every now and then lavender fields.

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36.4 km

Chemin de la Ferre

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The lavender festival takes place in Valensole in early July. We recommend coming a couple of weeks before, to be able to admire the lavanza in its splendor (more saturated …

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56.6 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.8 km

8.00 km

3.38 km

1.84 km

1.11 km

230 m

224 m

Surfaces

49.9 km

4.75 km

1.16 km

399 m

369 m

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Highest point (580 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

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