03 Millau to Le Pouzin via Gorges du Tarn
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RouteXpert Nick Carthew - (MRA Master)
Last edit: 04-11-2022
Route Summary
Following the River Tarn through the steep sided limestone that creates the Gorges du Tarn and then onto the Gorges de l'Ardèche.An exceptional route through spectacular landscapes earn this route 5***** stars.
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Duration
7h 41m
Mode of travel
Car or motorcycle
Distance
290.04 km
Countries
Saint-Chély-du-Tarn. RP 9
RouteXpert Review
This route forms part of a 5 day tour from The Pyrenees to The Alps that I have named #AcrossFrance, this is Day 3. Links to Day 2 and Day 4 can be seen below this review and also links to the start and finish hotels for this day.France has been blessed with so many great roads and this route uses two of the best; The Gorges du Tarn and The Gorges de l'Ardèche. Both of these roads follow their respective rivers through deep, steep sided limestone gorges. Sometimes the roads can be narrow and can become busy during holiday periods, so to enjoy this route to the maximum, avoid busy times. The route leaves the River Tarn briefly at RP 2 to take advantage of the higher ground and the spectacular views on offer, one of the viewpoints is called 'La Pointe Sublime' and for good reason! We then rejoin the River Tarn via a set of hairpin bends at Les Vignes. The scenery is breathtaking with numerous places to stop for pictures, I have only marked a few as there are just too many. You will pass under massive rock overhangs and through rock tunnels, and pass a number of ancient fortifications designed to defend this ancient route. The road surface is generally good but I guarantee that you will be driving at a reduced pace to admire all the views. I have suggested a coffee and a lunch stop but the choice is yours. I have friends that recommended the motorcycle friendly 'La Grotte Des Tunnels' at RP 15 for lunch.
This route starts and ends at ibis Hotels as this is part of a tour from the Pyrenees to the Alps. The next days route visits the Vecors region and the famous balcony road at Combe Laval. The links to both the hotels used, can be found below.
Gorges du Tarn.
Pont d'Arc,. Gorges de l'Ardèche.
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