MTB Trails in Oz en Oisans
Kids zone, XC, DH trails, cross and pump track accessible from the centre of Alpe d'Huez
Oz en Oisans sits to the west side of Alpe d'Huez and can be accessed by the MTB trails from the centre of Alpe d'Huez and the two gondolas that run from that side (the Poutran and the Alpette).
Les Lacs
XC trail that loops 12km round the scenic Lac de Besson and involves +150m and -160m.
EN3
An enduro trail with two variants: a and b. Starting from the top of the Poutran gondola this is part of the Megavalanche trail. Section a 'La Racine Carrée' is 4.5km long or section b 'La Foret de Sardonne' is 8km long. As the name of the second part suggest this one takes you through the forest.
DH3
A black trail used for races and competitions and covers 3.5km and -530m descent. It follows the Poutran gondola from the very top to the very bottom.
See the MTB trail map for more trails and more detail.
What to see
The French downhill cup, cross-country and trial races take place here each year as well as the XC juniors.
Sights in Alpe d'Huez
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EDF Hydroelectric Museum
This museum houses permanent and temporary exhibitions about the production of electricity in the valley.
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Maison du Bouquetin, Allemont
The ibex, a typical animal of the Alps fauna which was on the brink of extinction at the end of the 19th century, is now being reintroduced in different parts of the Alps.
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Fauna Museum
Learn the secrets of the wildlife of the Oisans. Qualified staff leads this fun and realistic wildlife discovery, using interactive terminals offering a choice of virtual walks with activities featuring mountain fauna.
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Espace Patrimone
This museum showcases the lives, tools and exploits of miners between the 12th to 14th centuries.
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Notre Dame des Neiges Church
This church's architecture, stained glass windows and organ are great works of art. Come to see them! The church is open every day. The museum of Huez and Oisansalso organises free visit once weekly all year round (rendezvous on the church square).
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Grotte de Glace
Winter ice caves with sculptures that change every year.
