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Bois Durat

Briançon

Physical climb for a fantastic downhill with stunning views

Mountain Biking Difficult

Distance
7.3 km
Ascent
572 m
Descent
537 m
Duration
1-2 hrs
Low Point
1.1 km
High Point
1.6 km
Gradient
12˚
Bois Durat Map

This is a popular mountain biking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between May and October. From a low point of 1.1 km to the maximum altitude of 1.6 km, the route covers 7.3 km, 572 vertical metres of ascent and 537 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Short but steep climb in the middle. Very fun downhill, a bit technical but still accessible to most

Difficulty

Difficult

Mostly stable trail tread with some variability featuring larger and more unavoidable obstacles that may include, but not be limited to: bigger stones, roots, steps, and narrow curves. Compared to lower intermediate, technical difficulty is more advanced and grades of slopes are steeper. Ideal for upper intermediate riders.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between May and October

Features

  • Flow
  • Technical
  • Singletrack
  • In the forest
  • Roots