The iconic hairpins of alpe dhuez via miikajohansson the easiest and most centrally located arrival point for cycling in the french alps. Paul henderson, author of cycling in the french alps, has this guide to help you decide when to cycle the french sections of europes most famous mountain range, the alps. Dates and prices for lite cycling breaks northern alps summer. A narrative guide to the most scenic and inspiring cycling climbs in the french alps. Independent cycling breaks in the french alps bike weekender. If you dont have time for a week of road cycling but still want to get your fix of famous cols in the french alps why not join the alpcycles team for a weekend of riding in the french alps the aim of these compact packages is to make the most of your time in the mountains. Our bike weekender breaks in the northern french alps offer you great cycling, stunning scenery and the perfect base to relax and unwind after a long day in the saddle. The best french alps cycling deal just got even better. More comprehensive than any other books about cycling climbs in the french alps, but more manageable than the rapha books on which it is based, great cycling climbs strikes a good balance and makes a worthwhile contribution to the genre. Fwiw, probably my favourite is the french cols mythique by lequipe. The is an extract from cycling in the french alps written by paul henderson and published by cicerone. Paul henderson this title presents a personal selection of the most picturesque cycling routes through the mountains of south east france. Nine tours seven circuits plus the grand travers from geneva to nice.
Road cycling weekend in the french alps if you dont have time for a week of road cycling but still want to get your fix of famous cols in the french alps why not join the alpcycles team for a weekend of riding in the french alps the aim of these compact packages is to. The french alps are an integral part of cycling folklore. Cycling in the french alps cicerone guides 9781852844455 by henderson, paul and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The french are crazy about road cycling and the residents of the southern french alps are no exception. The eight circuits, plus the grand traverse from geneva to nice, include the classic high passes of the french alps galibier, iseran, izoard, etc as well as cycle routes in the prealps and southern jura.
If youve dreamed of cycling up alpe dhuez, come join us on our bike tour in the french alps. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. The alps are a place of legend for cyclists, road racers, and enthusiasts alike. Consider also the maurienne valley, the vercors and the drome areas. An indispensable set of books that every keen cyclist and book lover should have is the series of great climbs books by graeme fife covering the pyrenees, the northern alps and the french alps.
The french alps 01 by graeme fife, peter drinkell isbn. Discovery of france, describes it as still one of the best practical books on cycling in france. Rcuks essential guide to road cycling in the french alps. Cycle the alps with eleven the chalet pelerin is ideally located in the savoie region of the french alps home to big mountains and endless alpine adventures. The classic high passes of the french alps galibier. It includes the 4 things you need to consider before you book and an ataglance weather table. A practical, cycling focused guide on when to cycle the french alps from a weather perspective. A guidebook to nine of the most picturesque cycling routes through the alps of southeast france. The information is extracted from the two rapha guides to the alps, but repackaged in a more manageable and affordable book that retains most. Road cycling holidays in the french alps, a weekend in the. French alps cycling holidays, book 4day alpine challenge. At 2,764 metres, its the highest paved road in the alps and, as we. When it come to cycling, the french alps offers cyclists some of the best cycling routes in the world.
Jonathan and i took on our biggest cycling challenge yet, to ride 650km and climb 15000 metres in 9 days, creating a sort of elegant reversed question mark shape as we tackled the mighty cols of the french alps. Road cycling is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others. Furthermore, they provide the gateway to the epic route des grandes alpes. For more ideas on finding cycling accommodation in france, see here. The rides are generally broken down into stages of 5080km per day. Road cycling in the french alps undiscovered mountains.
Weve done these climbs, ridden these roads and mapped out amazing rides. Famed for beauty, infamous for difficulty and revered for their power to inspire, the french alps are the ultimate playground for cyclists. Our classic package is a fully supported trip we provide vehicle support with snacks, drinks and spare gear transport on all rides. Bethel cycle french alps camp, 5 depot pl, bethel, ct 2020. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Cycling in the french alps cicerone guides paul henderson cycling in the french alps cicerone guides paul henderson a guidebook describes nine challenging yet picturesque cycle tours in the french alps eight circuits of roughly one week, plus the twoweek grand traverse from geneva to nice. We want to totally book our camp and have lowered the price for added incentive to book now. Using the diversity of the french alps as a backdropsnowcapped peaks, glaciers, green fields, and crystalclear lakeswe can design anything you want. Enjoy four days and four nights on our mini french cycling holiday, designed specifically to pack a lot of highquality climbing into three days of riding. This is where cycling mythology was born, from eddy merckxs dominance of five tours to pantanis recordbreaking ascent up alpe dhuez, to todays champions like contador, quintana and froome battling it out in. When youre cycling in the alps, the weather is very relevant to your enjoyment and safety. For those with a partner that would love to experience all that the french alps have to offer but perhaps dont want to join in the rides then there is the option of our luxury cycling and yoga retreats which are designed to allow the participants to choose their own mix of relaxation and cycling. Our french alps cycling tours are a unique experience, fully supported by qualified cycling coaches, you will tick off many cols from your bucket list as the days pass by. Cycling holidays in the french alps when it come to cycling, the french alps offers cyclists some of the best cycling routes in the world.
Vincent, a french boy who lives on the frontier of the french a. The french alps are typified by the idyllic, rolling greenery of high altitude pastures framed by soaring snowy peaks and winding, switchbackpacked climbs. Locals call it the endoftheworld and youll see why. Cycle touring in the french alps presents a personal selection of the most picturesque cycling routes through the mountains of southeast france. Guidebooks for cycling in france freewheeling france.
Classic cycling tours cycling holidays in the french alps. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Good for indoor cycling training spinning workout video. For maps of climbs in other regions see the links below. These breaks are available to book for individuals, couples and groups of any size.
I spend a lot of time, from snow melt to snow fall, on road bikes and on gravel in the alps, mainly in france, exploring them. Great cycling climbs, the french alps by graeme fife booktopia. Why every cyclist should cycle the french alps intrepid. Paul is author of the cicerone vanoise ski touring. Peter drinkell is a photographer, filmmaker, and sports therapist. Selected cycle tours uk, us by freewheeling france contributor paul henderson suggests 9 routes, including a grand traverse of the alps from geneva to nice. Cycling in the french alps as do the french pyrenees, the french alps attract cyclists from all over the world. Book cycle retreats cycling retreats in the french alps.
Reaching an altitude of 2067m6780ft after almost 30 km18 miles with average gradient of 5. Find and compare cycling holidays and tours in french alps. Our lite road cycling breaks are available in the northern french alps on certain fixed dates each summer, on a thursday monday 4night basis. Rough stuff cycling in the alps guide book by max leonard.
Alps cycling holiday, book onto our french alps cycling tours. The french alps are home to the highest and most majestic mountains of europe, including its tallest, mont blanc. The first few climbs are tiny and to an alps snob like me a little uninteresting. Our alps cycling trip geneva to alpe dhuez was awarded the 2011 trip of the year title by outside magazine. Click here for a map of cycling climbs in switzerland. Made up of wide valleys surrounded by awe inspiring mountains, this part of the alps is a cyclists paradise. Bike tour in the french alps climb alpe dhuez, galibier. Guidebooks for cycling in france theres a guidebook for your pannier, almost no matter where youd like to cycle in france. Road cycling holiday packages in the french alps bike.
Selected cycle tours cicerone guide cicerone guides 2rev ed by paul henderson isbn. The town of gap is situated in the hautes alpes department, between the high french alps and provence, and thus has a variety of road and gradients from steep mountainous climbs to. Accommodation for cycling holidays in the french alps. Roadcyclinguks essential guide to road cycling in the french alps everything you need to know when planning a trip to the french alps from where to stay, to the climbs to ride.
I took this book along on my solo cycling trip in the french alps, loaded with 90lbs of. Okay, as well as being an amazing place to ride it definitely is a challenge, but one of the best challenges ive enjoyed on a bike. Click here for a map of cycling climbs in the south french alps. He moved to france nine years ago, where he has explored the alps extensively on foot, skis and by bike, and works as an english teacher and translator. There are those who just wish to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the alps at slow speed. Classic cycling climbs of the french alps throughout our classic cycling climbs of the french alps week riders will revel in six days of action packed riding, on the best cycling routes in the french alps. Highlights from 3 days perfect cycling in the alps, august 2014. Paul henderson is a keen mountaineer, skier and cyclist. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search.
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