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Cycling in Valloire
Cycling from Valloire involves a challenging 18 km climb to Col du Galibier with significant elevation gain.
Riding in Valloire in numbers
- 1
- 18 km
- 18 km
- 1,221 m
- Surface
- Paved almost throughout
- Roads
- 86% of the riding on main roads without a cycle lane
- High point
- 2,628 m on Col du Galibier from Valloire
- Climbs
- 1 named climb · 1 ascent of 500 m or more
The ride in Valloire
Notable climbs
Cycling guide to Valloire
Valloire is a starting point for a demanding ride to Col du Galibier, covering 18.1 km with an elevation gain of 1221 m. The route passes through several small places including Le Pontet, Le Praz, and Bonnenuit, ending at an altitude of 2628 m. Cyclists can expect mostly paved surfaces with minimal gravel stretches. The ride mainly takes place on roads without designated cycle lanes, spanning 15.6 km of the route. This destination offers a significant climbing challenge in the French Alps, appealing to those seeking high-altitude rides reaching over 2600 m. The route has no nearby railway stations and features a longest service-free stretch of almost 7 km.
- The terrain is mountainous with an average gradient of 6.8% over 18.1 km, reaching a maximum gradient of 10%. The route steadily climbs from Valloire to a high point at 2628 m on Col du Galibier, with a consistent incline and a total elevation gain of 1221 m.
