Difficulty Levels – Our Cycling Tours
To make things clear, we use a 4-level scale (French reference system).
Distance
— km to ride
Elevation gain
— total ascent (D+)
Surface
— road, gravel, trail
Technical
— handling / obstacles
Level 1 Easy
Beginner- 5–20 km
- < 150 m D+
- Smooth surfaces, no obstacles
For whom: Families & complete beginners
Level 2 Moderate
Intermediate- 15–35 km
- 150–500 m D+
- Road + gravel, basic handling skills
For whom: Regular riders
Level 3 Sport
Challenging- 30–90 km
- 500–1,200 m D+
- Mixed terrain / sections requiring good control
For whom: Trained cyclists
Level 4 Expert
Very Technical- 50–90 km
- 1,200–2,500 m D+
- Varied terrain / partial trail routes
For whom: Very fit, experienced riders
| Level | Distance | Elevation gain (D+) | Surface | Technical | For whom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 5–20 km | < 150 m D+ | Road / smooth | Easy | Beginners |
| Level 2 | 15–35 km | 150–300 m D+ | Road + gravel | Basic | Regular riders |
| Level 3 | 30–50 km | 500–1,200 m D+ | Mixed / partial trail | Good control | Trained cyclists |
| Level 4 (Expert) | 50–90 km | 1,200–2,500 m D+ | Varied / trail | Advanced | Very fit experts |
Note: Heat, wind, rain and ground conditions can increase perceived difficulty. Our guides (English/French) adjust the pace and itinerary accordingly.
