Once on top of the Lautaret, the real deal begins: the ascent of the Galibier. Not via the main road, but over the "Ancienne Route", or, the Old Galibier Road. Until 1938, this was the way to go to reach the summit at 2,642 metres (8,668 ft). The Old Route is steep at times, but it's fully rideable. The giants of the Barre des Ecrins and the La Meije will watch over you during this climb.

Jérémie

October 26, 2021

Mountain biking

Wide, quiet, car-free path, suitable for gravel

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Roberto Re

August 20, 2024

Mountain biking

Beautiful and epic climb, easy to travel. Be careful of the possible presence of sheepdogs.

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1. Col du Galibier – Chemin du Roy loop from Villar-d'Arêne

58.8km

08:18

2,570m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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2. Lautaret Pass – Col du Lautaret loop from Col du Lautaret

14.7km

02:00

720m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Col du Galibier – L'Alpe du Lauzet loop from Le Monêtier-les-Bains

51.2km

06:06

1,950m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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Elevation 2,190 m

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Location: Le Monêtier-Les-Bains, Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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Old Galibier Road

1. Col du Galibier – Chemin du Roy loop from Villar-d'Arêne

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3. Col du Galibier – L'Alpe du Lauzet loop from Le Monêtier-les-Bains

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