Key facts

Distance: 19.1 km
Ascent: +481 m
Descent: −356 m
Estimated time: 1 hr 20; road cycling
Difficulty: Easy; official rating
Route: Loop; back to the start

Profile and gradient

under 10%
10 to 20%
over 20%

Surface and path types

Surface: Paved 100%
Path types: Road 100%

Description

Shady and picturesque lanes explore the southern slopes of the Aigoual massif. Three passes mark a change in exposure, vegetation and landscape. From L’Espérou, head for the Col de Montals pass, first on the D548a, then on the D548. Continue on the D548 to the Col de la Broue pass (optional side trip on foot to see the Orgon waterfalls, 5 minutes away). - At the Col de la Broue, return to L’Espérou on the D48n via the Col du Minier, then on the D986a.

Difficulty

Official rating: easy, by Parc national des Cévennes.

Before you go

Before committing yourself to a circuit, ensure that it is suitable for your activity level and ability. Respect traffic laws and other road users; stay in control of your speed and trajectory. Make sure to be seen and travel in single file when in a group. Remember that the weather changes quickly in the mountains. Take enough water. Safe trip !

Getting there

Start: L’Espérou, Dourbies (30).

Sources

Track: Parc national des Cévennes, Licence Ouverte 1.0, Licence Ouverte 1.0 (Etalab) (destination.cevennes-parcnational.fr/trek/95024-Les-cascades-d-Orgon---Escapades-a-velo). Time estimated by GPX Path with the Mac app rule, breaks not included.
Surface and path types: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL, extract of 28 October 2026, matched to the track every 10 m (openstreetmap.org/copyright)
Official elevation gain: 481 m, Parc national des Cévennes

Les cascades d'Orgon - Escapades à vélo