Loop of the laces of Montvernier
Montvernier Laces Loop OTICœurdemaurienne
Montvernier Laces Loop OTICœurdemaurienne
Montvernier Laces Loop Outlines magazine
The 18 small laces, clinging to the mountain, constitute one of the most spectacular roads in Savoie and a real challenge for cyclists. Nice panorama at the top.
Leaving Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, the route reaches Hermillon then Pontamafrey before tackling the famous Montvernier lacets. Clinging to the mountain, these 18 tight bends offer an accessible but fun climb, much appreciated by cyclists for its regularity and spectacular layout. The panorama at the summit is well worth the effort.
The route then leads to the village of Le Châtel, dominated by the Tour Bérold de Saxe, which is open to visitors. The return journey is a smooth descent to Hermillon, before reaching Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne.
This is an itinerary for many cyclists, rich in landscapes and discoveries.
The route then leads to the village of Le Châtel, dominated by the Tour Bérold de Saxe, which is open to visitors. The return journey is a smooth descent to Hermillon, before reaching Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne.
This is an itinerary for many cyclists, rich in landscapes and discoveries.
Itinerary
Daily duration :
1h 45m
Distance :
17.9 km
Change in altitude :
400 m
Change in altitude (uphill) :
400 m
Change in altitude (downhill) :
400 m
Maximum altitude :
785 m
Type of itinerary :
Boucle
Marked itinerary :
Non balisé
Map references :
TOP IGN 3433
Further information
Welcome complements :
The level of difficulty is valid for people using a muscle bike.
Publics :
Cyclists, Level bue - Medium
Localization supplement
De Chambéry, suivre A43, E70 et A43 en direction de D906 à La Tour-en-Maurienne. Prendre la sortie 27 et quitter A43. Continuer sur D906. Rouler en direction de Place de la Cathédrale à Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne Arrêt bus : place du Forum Parking souterrain gratuit Saint-Antoine (sous la place du Forum) à 300 m
Opening hours
All year round daily.
Subject to favorable weather.
Prices
Free access.
Information updated on 10/02/2026 by Syndicat du Pays de Maurienne
