Things to Do around Eygaliers

Eygalières, located in the Alpilles Regional Natural Park, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features diverse landscapes suitable for various skill levels.

Eygalières is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot. More than 64,000 visitors have explored routes in the region, which have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. There are 7 total routes listed, with over 4,000 ratings.

Eygalières offers numerous paved routes and scenic roads with low traffic, suitable for road cycling. Routes range from easy, mostly flat options to more challenging rides with significant elevation gains. For detailed routes, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Eygalières guide.

Eygalières serves as an excellent base for hikers, with numerous nature trails within the Alpilles. The GR6 long-distance hiking path passes through the village. A recommended hike is a 5.6-mile [9 km] trail around Eygalières, offering panoramic views over the valley and limestone peaks. More options are available in the Hiking around Eygalières guide.

The Alpilles Natural Regional Park near Eygalières features dramatic landscapes with dedicated mountain biking trails. Options include routes through rocky forests and fire service roads, providing cross-country experiences. Loops often alternate between single tracks, DFCI roads, and forest paths. Explore routes in the MTB Trails around Eygalières guide.

The region is defined by the Alpilles mountain range, characterized by low, east-west limestone peaks. Notable features include vast olive groves and vineyards, impressive limestone structures like Jean-Jean's Caisses Valley, and the jagged rock formations of Les Calans. The iconic 12th-century Chapelle Saint-Sixte and Lake Peïroou are also significant landmarks.

The Eygalières area offers cycling routes suitable for various fitness levels, including easier options that are mostly on paved surfaces. These routes can be suitable for families looking for less challenging rides through the picturesque landscapes of olive groves and vineyards. Specific family-friendly routes can be found by filtering for easier difficulties on komoot.

The mild and pleasant weather during spring and fall makes these seasons ideal for outdoor activities in Eygalières. Spring brings vibrant flowers, while autumn offers grape and olive harvests, enhancing the scenic experience for cyclists and hikers.

Komoot offers several guides for Eygalières to help plan outdoor adventures. These include Road Cycling Routes around Eygalières, Hiking around Eygalières, and MTB Trails around Eygalières. Additional guides cover Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountain Hikes.

The Intercommunal Tourist Information Office of Eygalières can be reached by phone at +33 (0)4 90 92 70 03. Their email address is eygalieres@alpillesenprovence.com. The official website for the Eygalières Town Hall is www.mairieeygalieres.com.

Cycling routes in Eygalières vary in elevation. Some routes, like 'The Alpilles – Eygalières loop from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence,' cover approximately 19.8 miles [31.8 km] with about 525 feet [160 m] of elevation gain. Other routes can include significant climbs, reaching points like Pas de la Figuieres at 810 feet [247 m] altitude.