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Open all year round, this shop offers expert ski and bike hire at the foot of the bike trails in Alpe d’Huez.
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The most famous and also mythologised cycle route in the Alps
This is one of the most famous sections of the Tour de France and during the summer months around 1,000 cyclists a day tackle the 21 bends.
It's a good idea to set off from Bourg de Osains and warm-up on the straight, flat roads of the Oisans valley before you will reach the foot of the climb.
Starting from 737m, the first severe slope takes you to bend 21 at 1,806m and continues with a fearful climb up to bend 17 at 965m. Once you’ve passed this bend, you can recover on the 200m gentle slope crossing the village of La Garde.
The fittest can kick on here while most of us puff and blow until bend 15 at 1,025m where the gradient steepens again.
Bend 14 is marked with the monument dedicated to Joachim Agostino before a gentle slope will take you to Ribot d’en Bas. From here you’ll climb to the next hamlet, the imaginatively titled Ribot d’en Haut.
Bend 12 welcomes you at 1,161m and the following bends 11, 12 and 13 will test your physicality and fitness.
From bend 5 to 2, you get back into the thick of it again until the crossing known as the Patte d’Oie crossing, where the three last bends are linked on a slope similar to the first part of the ascent to La Garde en Oisans.
The climb to the resort ends with bend 1 at 1,713m which is very wide, before you come out in Vieil Alpe and pass through the tunnel. Up by chalet Le Camigane you should see the red flame marking the last kilometre.
| Bends | 21 |
| Departure | 717m |
| Arrival | 1,860m |
| Height difference | 1,143m |
| Length | 14.454km |
| Average gradient | 7.9% |
| Maximum gradient | 14% |
| Climb record | 37 minutes, 35 seconds |
| Avg speed | 23.08km/h 14.34 mph (Marco Pantani, 1997) |
Open all year round, this shop offers expert ski and bike hire at the foot of the bike trails in Alpe d’Huez.
This shop offers bike hire, premium cycling kit and on-the-spot servicing for riders tackling Alpe d’Huez. Since 2011, it’s been a go-to stop for cyclists looking for performance, style and friendly support.
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).
This museum showcases the lives, tools and exploits of miners between the 12th to 14th centuries.
The highest medieval village in Europe (XII-XIV) related to the operation of a silver mine.
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.
Located in the attic of the church of Bourg d'Oisans and is accessed by a building to the left of the church.
Winter ice caves with sculptures that change every year.
This great value self-service restaurant adjoins the Folice Douce and is situated at the top of the Marmottes lift.
Located at the Chamois d'Or hotel, right at the bottom of the pistes, this restaurant serves traditional gourmet French cuisine with a modern twist and made using local ingredients.
Situated within the Grandes Rousses Hotel & Spa in Alpe d’Huez, La Ferme d’Hubert offers a dining experience that evolves throughout the day, blending authenticity with modern Alpine cuisine.
Tex-Mex favourites, grilled meats and generous desserts make this a great dinner spot. Freshly made burgers are a firm favourite, with veggie options and all the trimmings. There’s a lively atmosphere with live music and DJs throughout the season.
Dine in or on the sun terrace, and choose from a selection of Italian and local French dishes like their "Tartiflette Valdotaine" or the "Lasagne au Reblochon".
Traditional French cuisine served either on the sunny terrace for afternoon dining or the comfortable cosy dining area for lunch or dinner.
Step away from the bustle of the ski slopes and try your hand at biathlon, a brilliant winter adventure that mixes cross-country skiing with precision rifle shooting. It is an exciting blend of endurance and focus, and it suits mixed groups beautifully. With adapted equipment and clear guidance, it is accessible to absolute beginners as well as those keen to push themselves a little.
Strap on your snowshoes and explore the winter trails of Alpe d’Huez with a qualified instructor, discovering the mountains at a slower pace and in complete tranquillity. Snowshoe walks are suitable for all ages and require only a basic level of fitness, making them perfect for families, mixed groups, or anyone looking for a peaceful winter escape. Each outing is rated by difficulty, allowing you to choose the walk that best suits your group.
Discover a brilliant line-up of family activities in Alpe d’Huez, perfect for bringing everyone together on the snow. Whether your crew loves a challenge, prefers shared adventures or wants to try something completely new, there is an experience for every age and level.
Discover the freedom of ski touring and explore the quieter side of Alpe d’Huez, where wide-open landscapes, peaceful summits and fresh air set the tone. With friendly, uncompetitive groups and routes for every level, you can take things at your own pace and enjoy the mountains in a whole new way.
You'll be sure to enjoy some amazing views and an experience like no other!
The Alpe d'Huez Sports and Conference Centre offers over 20 activities, with free access for Carte Premium holders.
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