The top cycling routes in Ecrins will help you explore the best of this natural park. That’s why we’ve collected our best routes for you; So, what are you waiting for? Scroll down to find your perfect bike ride in Ecrins.

Last updated: December 8, 2025

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

45.1km

03:45

1,400m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Col d'Ornon – Alpe d'Huez climb loop from La Pernière

68.2km

05:23

1,900m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Le Col de la Morte and Col d'Ornon — loop in the Parc National des Écrins

99.5km

07:17

2,260m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. La Bérarde from Bourg-d'Oisans

63.1km

04:36

1,320m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Les balcons de la Durance – loop in the Écrins National Park

34.0km

02:17

430m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in Ecrins

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

2. Col d'Ornon – Alpe d'Huez climb loop from La Pernière

3. Le Col de la Morte and Col d'Ornon — loop in the Parc National des Écrins

4. La Bérarde from Bourg-d'Oisans

5. Les balcons de la Durance – loop in the Écrins National Park

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