Attractions in Auvergne Rhône Alpes

If you want to see the most epic sunrise from the top of Europe I really recommend to start climbing from Tete rousse at about 22:00, this will give you an opportunity to be the first one on the summit

Very beautiful region with the lake and the mountain.

Culminating at 2,642 meters above sea level, the Col du Galibier connects St-Michel-de-Maurienne to Briançon via the Col du Télégraphe and the Col du Lautaret. The first passage of the … read more

Very beautiful lake in the middle of the mountains.

To do in loop passing under the hamlet of Rovagny to take advantage of multiple points of view on the lake.
And think about getting on properly! Steep path. And very slippery towards the waterfall.

Originally, Alpe d'Huez was just a test-tube town for winter sports enthusiasts. But why not earn money in summer too? With the offer to let the entire peloton spend the … read more

It is imperative to pass the test of the Telegraph before facing the Galibier. The name telegraph is strange but the explanation of this name is quite simple: this pass … read more

This is the classic view of Mont Blanc with Lac Blanc in the foreground - not to be missed. I advise you to avoid being there in the middle of … read more

A decent hike up Puy de Dome, the highest peak in the Monts Dome area of Auvergne at 1,465 Straight up from the car park up to the top and … read more

The gigantic suspension bridge - also known as the “Pont Himalayenne” due to its design - dates back to 1859 and was left to decay for a long time, but … read more

At Lac des Eaux Bleues you will find a whole series of beaches where you can relax and refresh yourself in the cool water of the lake. Starting from Plage … read more

A cracking 19km horseshoe taking in all the high points of the Mont Dore area of Auvergne including Puy De Sancy at 1885m. Plenty of parking at the start point, even for motor homes. Excellent route.

At the Col de l'Iseran, at more than 2,764 meters above sea level, you come close to the giants. This pass is indeed the highest road pass in the Alps. … read more

The Chéserys lakes form a group of small alpine lakes that offer an absolutely incredible panorama of the Mont-Blanc massif.

Do you just have to drive as a cycling fan! The first few kilometers are hard, then it is more pleasant.

One of the most varied routes in the Alps! The pass connects Albertville in the west with Bourg St. Maurice in the east. Further down at the Col de Méraillet … read more

The Col de la Croix de Fer is not on the Route des Grandes Alpes. And that's definitely an advantage in this case! The tourist flows on this pass are … read more

This passarelle is for pedestrians; you would have to carry the bike to climb the stairs.
The site of the Saône parade draws on 2.9 km, left bank, a wide … read more

One of the highlights of the French Alps. With a length of just four kilometers and an altitude of 350 meters, this gem has no less than 18 hairpin bends. … read more

The Col du Galibier is undoubtedly one of the most famous classic climbs of the Tour de France. Not without reason he is also called the roof of the tour. … read more