Alpe d'Huez
Alpe d'Huez is a ski resort located a little over an hour from Grenoble. Located in the middle of the Alps, this place is one of the most famous ski resorts in France. But much more than the ski slopes, it is the climb of L'Alpe d'Huez that has made this place extremely popular around the world. Indeed, the riders of the Tour de France very often use this mythical pass with a difference in altitude of more than 1,000 meters.
Epic sporting battles have taken place on this most famous climb, which has made the legend of L'Alpe d'Huez. That's why every year thousands of cycling enthusiasts come to challenge this mountain and its famous 21 turns. This climb can be a real ordeal if you are not sufficiently prepared, but you will have the chance to practice your passion in an exceptional setting.
The Mont Ventoux
Mont Ventoux is also one of the most mythical mountains in France. It is located in the department of Vaucluse, and its summit rises to more than 1,900 meters, making it one of the highest peaks in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. This mountain has also become popular thanks to the professional cycling races that have made the reputation of the Tour de France.
Each year, more than 150,000 cycling enthusiasts come to try their luck on the winding roads of this pass. For the most trained, climbing this mountain will be an excellent exercise, while for the neophytes, the Mont Ventoux can quickly become a real difficult moment. Mont Ventoux is quite exposed as there is very little vegetation, so the wind will almost always be there. Good luck to all the bike lovers who want to try their luck on these winding roads!
The Tourmalet pass
The Col du Tourmalet is a legendary mountain in France. Located in the Pyrenees, this pass is one of the most difficult to climb, and it is also one of the most demanding climbs in this mountain range. That's why we only recommend cycling enthusiasts who are used to high mountains to try the Tourmalet pass.
This mountain culminates at more than 2,100 meters of altitude, making it the second highest road pass in the Pyrenees. The ascent is more than difficult, but it is a dream landscape that awaits you once you reach the top. We regularly talk about the climbs when we talk about the passes, but the descent is also a very important point. Indeed, the descent of the Tourmalet pass is technical and very demanding. We strongly advise you not to take any risks and to respect other road users to avoid the risk of accidents.