From the dolmens to the Saint-Laurent’ Chapel (VTT)
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From the dolmens to the Saint-Laurent’ Chapel (VTT)
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11,07 km
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From the dolmens to the Saint-Laurent’ Chapel (VTT)

medium
Mountainbike
Distance
11,07 km
Duration
02:00 h
Ascent
287 m
Sea level
47 - 365 m
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From the dolmens to the Saint-Laurent’ Chapel (VTT)
medium
Mountainbike
11,07 km

A trip with a strong difference in height or level with a sort mileage. A technical climb, a fast and rolling descent. Be careful !


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A suprising quick drop circuit
(Red color signs « VTT » (mountain bike) n°2)

Technology
n.a.
Condition
4 / 6
Landscape
5 / 6
Experience
5 / 6
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From the dolmens to the Saint-Laurent’ Chapel (VTT)
medium
Mountainbike
11,07 km
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Route information
Route

For this route go down from the Valmy’carpark to the campsite « Les Mimosas » turn left and take the trail DFIC-AL-n°42 in the direction of Tour de la Massane. Admire the view of the Valmy’castle.
Pursue on a large path and look out on the right the departure of two paths. In direction of the Cova de l’Alarb’ dolmen. Take the path gullied by the runoff of rainwaters.  This path goes into the forest with a big difference in height or level. Be careful this area is a wild and there are a lot of pedestrian paths.
Continue and pass in front of the massive portal of the « Mas d'en Jordi » to join the trail  DFCI-AL n°41. Climb up the path to arrive at the basin.
Turn right in direction of The Chapel Saint Laurent and go on the path  DFCI AL n°29.  Cross the plateau on the Albères’ foothills. This first part of the descent is mild. Be careful, from the Mas Piquemal, the descent is steeper and the curves are harpin bends which accentuates the speed and the danger on this part. Be also careful with the possible sand banks in some curves which could be slippery.
At 100 meters, on the left of the avitors’ commemorative Stele , the junction that leads you to the chapel Saint Laurent. The pedestrian path in front of the Chapel leads you to the DFCI AL-N°29 path.
Carefully Follow this path until the bottom of the Valmy’ Castle, end of this loop. On the last meters, there are some paved parts used by cars and pedestrians. Be on the alert to avoid accidents. 

Arrival information
Arrival

Direct acces by RD 914 : Exit Château de Valmy

Public transport

Bus à 1€

Parking

Valmy’ carpark (base “VTT” mountain bike)

Additional information & tips
Additional information

Follow the red color signs « VTT » (mountain bike)  n°2

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