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Alpe Express

Vertical running race

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A historic vertical race to the top of the Combe Charbonniere.

Race is open to runners born in or before 2003, a vertical race of 3500 metres with an ascent of 1000 metres.

This is part of the Challenge Cecil Narcy which comprises of 4 events: La Grimpee du Signal,  Alpe Express, Pic de L'Alpe and Alpe d'Huez 21.

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Alpe d'Huez

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Alpe d'Huez hosts a wide range of events throughout the year. In the winter, you can expect motor racing on ice, comedy festivals, ski races and various live music gigs. During the summer months, the focus turns to cycling with the Tour de France usually passing through town. The Megavalanche, a mass-start mountain bike race that draws thousands of MTB fans from around the world, takes place in July.

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