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L Alpe D Huez
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Fabrizio Garofolo
March 15, 2026
Road cycling
The climb to Alpe d'Huez is one of cycling's most famous, located in France (Isère Alps). From Bourg d'Oisans, it covers approximately 13.8-14 km with an average gradient of 7.9-8%, with peaks of up to 13%, over 21 iconic hairpin bends. It is a legendary climb in the Tour de France, with an elevation gain of over 1,100 meters.
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Necati
July 27, 2025
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For me, this climb was an experience I’m torn about — I’m not sure whether I liked it or not. There are far more beautiful climbs both nearby and in …
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