4. The majesty of the Avenue of the Giants
The Avenue of the Giants in California, USA, is one of the most popular ROUVY cycling routes on ROUVY and allows you to immerse yourself in the picturesque and historic ancient redwoods along a 32-kilometre stretch within California's third-largest state park. Here you’ll enjoy the world's largest and most majestic remaining old-growth forest, with redwood trees that are more than 250 years old. Some of the oldest trees date back to 900 AD and are so large that you could fit a car inside one of their trunks. Look out for the deer crossing the road!
Above: Magnificent and towering redwood trees and a deer will amaze you.
5. Alpe d’Huez: The Legendary 21 Bends and Higher
Want to climb an all-time Tour de France classic route but with a twist? Alpe d’Huez, located in the Isère department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, is one of the most famous cycling climbs and one of the top routes trending on ROUVY every year. Enjoy this unique new version that not only includes the well-known and challenging 21 hairpins over 13,8 km, but also an extended piece with almost 300 m of extra ascent! You’ll end your ride at the Lac Rond and Lac Noir with some spectacular views.
Above: One of the 21 bends of the iconic and classic Alpe d’Huez.
Above: A view from Alpe d’Huez, but a bit further up.
6. The Tour of Flanders: A Test of Tenacity on Cobbled Climbs
The Tour of Flanders (De Ronde) is one of the most challenging and most revered races in the Spring Classics, known for its narrow roads and steep cobbled climbs. Among these, the Koppenberg stands out—a route that ascends at an eye-watering 22% gradient. The uneven cobblestones make it nearly impossible to maintain traction. In wet conditions, even the strongest riders are forced to dismount and walk, pushing their bikes as the crowd cheers. Ride a segment from the Tour of Flanders and experience the character of the route on ROUVY.
Above: Ride the Koppenberg in a segment from the Tour of Flanders.
7. Paris-Roubaix: Feel the Grit of the Queen of the Pavé
While on the topic of the Spring Classics, do some endurance building on a segment from Paris-Roubaix, or Hell of the North, also known as the Queen of the Classics. This one-day race is the third monument of the Classics season and is one of the most legendary. The course leads the riders over numerous gruelling pavé or cobblestone sections or 'sectors' varying in difficulty and length to Roubaix in the north of France, near the Belgian border. Ride this segment of the Paris-Roubaix on ROUVY, and other beautiful new routes from the Spring Classics races on ROUVY.
Above: Ride the cobbles in Paris-Roubaix on ROUVY.
Above: Ride the Spring Classics route segments such as the Hell of the North.
8. Strade Bianche, a Classic race over the white and dusty Tuscan hills
Strade Bianche is a unique event in the heart of Tuscany, Italy—the white roads known as strade bianche wind through rolling hills, ancient vineyards and cypress-lined lanes. The event mixes asphalt with challenging sectors of gravel, requires technical skill and raw endurance from the pro riders. Starting and finishing in the medieval city of Siena, the course goes through the beautiful countryside of the Crete Senesi, with views of golden fields, rustic farmhouses and sun-drenched valleys. It’s a mix of history and rough terrain. Ride a segment from this unique Strade Bianche course in beautiful Tuscany.
Above: Ride the rolling and dusty gravel roads of the Strade Bianche in Tuscany on ROUVY.
9. Discover Adventure and Charm Around Lake Garda
Cycle on segments around Lake Garda, one of the top ROUVY routes of 2025, along the largest and most renowned lake in Italy. To the south, you'll find white sandy beaches framed by gently rolling hills. Mountains, cliffs and small villages provide a scenic backdrop along the shoreline, framing different lake activities and notable landmarks in this popular destination. Due to its vast size, the lake spans three provinces: Brescia, Trento, and Verona. The Garda Mountains, part of the Southern Limestone Alps, border the area, contributing to a total of 140 kilometres of cycling pleasure around the lake: Discover Lake Garda and other Italian Lakes on ROUVY.
Above: The luminous Lake Garda framed by mountains, dense trees and villages.
Above: Ride a segment of scenic Lake Garda on ROUVY.
10. Col du Télégraphe-Galibier: A Legendary Double Challenge
The Col du Télégraphe and Col du Galibier are two of the most famous double climbs in cycling, nestled in the French Alps near the Maurienne Valley. This brutal climb has etched its place in Tour de France history and is often the stage where champions are made and legends are born. Riders first wind through foresty slopes to the Télégraphe, then descend briefly into Valloire and tackle the massive Galibier – an unforgiving giant that pierces the sky at over 2,600m. Its altitude, gradients and views will break many and crown a few; it’s a rite of passage for any cyclist who wants to be great.
Above: The long, snaking road up the Col du Galibier.
Above: Look out for marmots on the Galibier climb.
Hop on your trainer and select one of the many popular routes on ROUVY from the route library—whether you ride the current ROUVY Challenges, races or group rides—and it will take your training to the next level. Get inspired to try somewhere new next time you use your trainer or smart bike. You can travel the world without leaving your house with ROUVY. The possibilities are endless. Join me and others!
