Marmotte Granfondo Alps

Lepape Marmotte Granfondo Alps 174 km, 5000 m climbing, 4 Major Alpine Passes. The last of the day: Alpe d'Huez!

Conquer the Cols of the Tour de France. You will climb the mountains that test the professional riders in the Tour de France. Can you ride col du Glandon, Télégraphe, Galibier, and Alpe d'Huez in one day? This is the toughest alpine sportive in Europe.

Without question this sportive will test you. During the ride you will climb 5000m+ and have ridden the big four mountains of the French Alps. This sportive will test your limits.

As you climb high into the mountains you will face the challenge of high altitude riding as the air thins! This and hors category cols in a sportive setting makes Marmotte Alps that little bit special.

The atmosphere and camaraderie of riding in the Marmotte peloton has to be experienced. As you ride you will come to rely on the peloton as you scale your first col. By the time you descend the last one you will share a mutual respect for every rider that has taken part. You will experience the big event feel, similar to riders who compete in the Tour de France!

As well as riding the cols of the Tour de France, we support you like you were a pro rider in the great race. We use three back-up cars and back-up riders, so should you need fresh water, or a puncture fixed, we are here to ensure you stay on the road and finish the sportive. Support is given Tour de France style! We are an official tour operator of Marmotte Alps.