{"id":71882,"date":"2026-03-25T16:07:44","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T20:07:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/?p=71882"},"modified":"2026-03-25T16:15:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T20:15:09","slug":"gravel-bike-routes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/en\/gravel-bike-routes\/","title":{"rendered":"Gravel bike routes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Cycling is part of the region\u2019s DNA. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Brome-Missisquoi, a network of themed routes invites you to explore the best of the Eastern Townships: postcard landscapes, charming villages, vineyards, covered bridges, agritourism stops, and scenic bike paths. Ride through the valleys or head for the mountains, with options that can even take you to Vermont.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pick up route maps at the Bromont Information Centre and start your next adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ROUTES START FROM BROMONT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, cyclists love exploring the roads of Brome-Missisquoi and their enchanting scenery: vineyards, covered bridges, farms, and plenty of villages to discover along the way. Stop by our tourist information centre: we can provide specialized maps and help you choose the route that suits you best from the itineraries available. The perfect plan to make the most of the warm season, as a couple or with friends!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/en\/centre-national-de-cyclisme-de-bromont\/\"><strong>Centre National de Cyclisme de Bromont&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a>(CNCB) offers you these different routes to exceed your limits and discover the region during your cycling trip. With more than 20 years of existence, the CNCB offers different services, from personalized training, to guiding and coaching for all types of events and cycling trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ridewithgps.com\/routes\/35788642\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>La Zen Garnotte <\/strong><\/a><strong>\u2013 <\/strong>44 km, 455 m of elevation gain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ridewithgps.com\/routes\/38873424\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>La ptite vir\u00e9e<\/strong><\/a> <strong>\u2013 <\/strong>45 km, 480 m of elevation gain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ridewithgps.com\/routes\/38799340\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>L&#8217;initi\u00e9e<\/strong><\/a> <strong>\u2013 <\/strong>55 km, 482 m of elevation gain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ridewithgps.com\/routes\/38874142\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Au galop<\/strong><\/a> <strong>\u2013 <\/strong>70 km, 861 m of elevation gain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"342\" src=\"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Velo-gravelle_2-700x342.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-71851\" style=\"width:1055px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Velo-gravelle_2-700x342.png 700w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Velo-gravelle_2-250x122.png 250w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Velo-gravelle_2-768x375.png 768w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Velo-gravelle_2-1536x750.png 1536w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Velo-gravelle_2-120x59.png 120w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Velo-gravelle_2.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BROME-MISSIQUOI GRAVEL CYCLING ROUTES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/en\/attractions\/le-tour-de-bromont\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Le tour de Bromont \u2013 29 km<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A true favourite of host and journalist <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/YvanMartineau\/?locale=fr_CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yvan Martineau<\/a>, a Bromont resident, this route is perfect for getting started with gravel biking: short, accessible, and genuinely fun to ride!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/en\/attractions\/pommalfun\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Pommalfun \u2013 37 km<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Downhills as surprising as the climbs, the Brome-Missisquoi backcountry reveals itself in all its pure, authentic beauty. We love discovering the region\u2019s true nature, apples and vineyards included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/en\/attractions\/gravelvino\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Gravelino \u2013 42 km<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exciting challenges and breathtaking views await on this route, taking you to discover the area\u2019s hidden gems. You\u2019re sure to fall in love with the McCullough roller-coaster hills, then the festive vibe in our villages during the warm season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/attraits\/la-traversee-des-townships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>La travers\u00e9e des Townshi<\/strong><\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/en\/attractions\/la-traversee-des-townships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">p<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/attraits\/la-traversee-des-townships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>s \u2013 47 km<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A route featuring some of the most spectacular views around, punctuated by ambitious climbs, all on quiet, low-traffic roads. Enjoy a true forest-bathing moment under the Stagecoach canopy, then treat yourself to a well-earned gourmet break on a terrace in Lac-Brome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/en\/attractions\/gravelooza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Gravelooza \u2013 55 km<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspired by the region\u2019s flagship gravel-cycling event, this route pairs grand scenery with a steady string of challenges that sets the pace. We love pushing endurance a little further here\u2026 then rewarding ourselves with a well-earned pint at a local microbrewery at day\u2019s end!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/en\/attractions\/hot-garnotte\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hot Garnotte \u2013 59 km<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspired by acclaimed cyclist Lyne Bessette, this loop takes you along some of the region\u2019s most beautiful dirt roads. We love it for its majestic scenery, changes of pace, terrain challenges, the peaceful quiet that settles in\u2026 and the wildlife you\u2019ll often be lucky enough to spot along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"342\" src=\"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Velo-gravelle-700x342.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-71845\" style=\"width:1055px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Velo-gravelle-700x342.jpg 700w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Velo-gravelle-250x122.jpg 250w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Velo-gravelle-768x375.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Velo-gravelle-1536x750.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Velo-gravelle-120x59.jpg 120w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Velo-gravelle.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TOOLS TO HELP YOU PLAN YOUR CYCLING GETAWAY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"http:\/\/https\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/26-28-web-carte-velo-fr.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"415\" src=\"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/couverture-fr-250x415.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-71506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/couverture-fr-250x415.png 250w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/couverture-fr-120x199.png 120w, https:\/\/tourismebromont.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/couverture-fr.png 495w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/26-28-web-carte-velo-fr.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download<\/a>&nbsp;the Brome-Missisquoi cycling map, or stop by our welcome and tourist information office to pick up a copy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/en\/activity\/velo-sur-route-en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">all the details<\/a>&nbsp;on Brome-Missisquoi\u2019s road cycling routes here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All route maps for the different circuits are available on<a href=\"https:\/\/ridewithgps.com\/users\/636993\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;Ride With GPS<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CYCLIST SERVICES AND RENTALS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover all the services we\u2019ve put in place to make your bike rides comfortable, convenient, and safe: bike rentals, maintenance and repair stations, e-bike charging stations, \u201cFi\u00e8rement V\u00e9lo\u201d welcome, and more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cycling is part of the region\u2019s DNA. 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