Classic Climbs of the French Alps

by Classic Cycling Tours
Region
French Alps
Duration
7 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

Classic Climbs of the French Alps is a 7-day cycling holiday based in the alpine ski resort of Meribel. The week will feature the Col du Galibier, Col de Telegraphe, Col de la Madeleine, Lacets de Montvernier and the 21 mythical bends of Alpe d 'Huez. The week will involve approximately 650km of riding, coupled with 14,500 meters of ascents and descents.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Meet at Geneva Airport, transfer to Meribel, Assemble Bikes

Meet at Geneva Airport, transfer to Meribel, Assemble Bikes

Day 2: Local Climbs, Montagny (1056m), Prolognan (1420m), La Tania (1353m)

Local Climbs, Montagny (1056m), Prolognan (1420m), La Tania (1353m)

Day 3: Col du Petit Saint Bernard (2188m), Meribel (1150m)

Col du Petit Saint Bernard (2188m), Meribel (1150m)

Day 4: Col de la Loze (2300m)

Col de la Loze (2300m)

Day 5: Cormet de Roselend (1998m)

Cormet de Roselend (1998m)

Day 6: Queen's Stage Col du Telegraphe (1566m), Col du Galibier (2462m), Alpe d'Huez (1850m)

Queen's Stage Col du Telegraphe (1566m), Col du Galibier (2462m), Alpe d'Huez (1850m)

Day 7: Departure, transfer to Geneva Airport for a midday flight

Departure, transfer to Geneva Airport for a midday flight

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the French Alps

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