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The climb of Alpe d'Huez — loop via the Pas de la Confession

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The climb of Alpe d'Huez — loop via the Pas de la Confession

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The climb of Alpe d'Huez — loop via the Pas de la Confession

03:45

45.1km

1,400m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 7, 2024

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Parc national des Écrins

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Voie Verte de l'Oisans

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This superb section of the cycle path on the edge of the Romanche allows you to reach Le Bourg-d'Oisans in complete peace of mind. It offers splendid panoramas.

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10.6 km

Lake Verney

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This is a simply beautiful lake. It's great to be able to drive right next to it!

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21.1 km

Villard-Reculas

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Villard recedes is one of the smaller ski resorts that connects the resort of Alpe d'Huez. During the summer months you can pass through Villard Reculas on the climb to …

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21.5 km

Confession Pass

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A relatively hidden gem, if you can call it that. The climb to Alpe d'Huez via Pas de la Confession is arguably more appealing than the main Alpe d'Huez climb, as the latter has a lot more traffic.

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30.4 km

Alpe d'Huez

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The mythical Alpe d'Huez, a ski resort in winter, turns into a mecca for cycling in summer. It is one of the most famous climbs of the Tour de France …

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45.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.1 km

7.93 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

44.6 km

476 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,820 m)

Lowest point (710 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

27°C

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Trail Reviews

josé Gardien

May 11, 2022, Sortie à vélo

Mounted by villard backed up, climb with % up to 10 or even 12% with panoramic view of the valley on arrival to see

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The climb of Alpe d'Huez — loop via the Pas de la Confession

Voie Verte de l'Oisans

Lake Verney

Villard-Reculas

Confession Pass

Alpe d'Huez

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