Circuit des Gardes

Saint-Martin-d'Uriage, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

9.5 miles (15.3 km) · 2,151 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Circuit des Gardes is a 9.5-mile loop route in Saint-Martin-d'Uriage, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, gaining 2,151 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.0 miles gaining 1,006 feet at an average 8.8% grade. About 53% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a climb.