French Alps

Welcome to our exciting French Alps cycle tour. You’ll cover approximately 250 miles over 6 days, averaging around 42 miles a day. However this trip isn’t about mileage but about climbing some truly majestic mountains. You finish cycling around early afternoon, with time to relax and explore.

Our base is Bourg d’Oisans, is located in a natural setting among the mountains. It’s often considered to be the capital of French cycling. There are plenty of bars and restaurants set along the main streets and an abundance of patisseries, grocery and gift shops.

Our French Alps tour runs from Saturday to Saturday with 6 days cycling. Including classic climbs of the Cols de Sarenne, d’Ornon, Croix de Fer, Lautaret, Galibier and Alpe d’Huez. You depart from Bourg d’Oisans each day; the long valley road allows you to stretch your legs before you reach the ascents.

This tour is aimed at cyclists who like a challenge but, as the mileages aren’t too long, the climbs are achievable for most regular cyclists. However hill training and multi-day cycling experience beforehand is essential. You’re supported by our team daily, with the support van available for assistance when needed.

Your effort will be well rewarded with many fantastic vistas over the mountains of the French Alps. Your main aims of each day are to have a great time and gain a great sense of achievement reaching the tops of these famous climbs.

Highlights

• Bourg d’Oisans our base, considered capital of French cycling
• Follow the Tour de France’s most iconic routes
• Climbs of the Cols de Sarenne, d’Ornon, Croix de Fer, Lautaret, Galibier and Alpe d’Huez
• Beautiful natural setting surrounded by mountains
• Celebration final night
• Small group size – we limit the numbers to 12