I cycle toured in the Massif central National Park area in late Sept-
Oct 1986. It seemed unpopulated and quiet back then. Of course we
were riding somewhat in the off season, when B+Bs were starting to
close up for the year. Some of the climbing was steeper than you
will typically find in the Alps. Overall we really enjoyed the
landscape and quiet back roads. If they route the event on minor
roads I think it could be worth considering.
Ian Flitcroft
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