Location where one of the largest ski areas in all of France is located, Les Deux Alpes are famous in the cycling world due to a famous victory by Marco Pantani in the 1998 Tour. The Pirate attacked on the Galibier and arrived alone on the finish line of Les Deux Alpes, where he won the stage and wore the first yellow jersey of his career.

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July 15, 2025

Cycling

The climb up to the town is great but the place itself is a bit of an over-commercialised, purpose-built tourist trap. Enjoy the climb, grab a coffee then get out of there!

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#1.

Lac du Chambon and its dam – Les Deux Alpes loop from Mont-de-Lans

23.4km

01:53

690m

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

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Les Deux Alpes loop from Les Deux Alpes

11.8km

01:22

440m

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

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Les Deux Alpes – Lake Chambon loop from Les Deux Alpes

38.6km

03:04

1,120m

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

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Elevation 1,650 m

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Sunday 5 April

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Max wind speed: 2.0 km/h

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Location: Mont-De-Lans, Grenoble, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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Les Deux Alpes

#1.

Lac du Chambon and its dam – Les Deux Alpes loop from Mont-de-Lans

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Les Deux Alpes loop from Les Deux Alpes

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Les Deux Alpes – Lake Chambon loop from Les Deux Alpes

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