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The legend of the rise.

Alpe d'Huez, located at 1,860 m in the Isère department, is a famous French ski resort that has been developing since the 1920s, known for the first automatic ski lift in 1936. A cycling mecca, it is famous for its 21 hairpin bends and the 1952 finish of Fausto Coppi in the Tour de France.

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.

fairly easy, very nice views, quiet roads.

I'm 12 and rode for the first time when I was 10. It's my favorite Alpine climb. All I can say is that it's best to take a break in the corner so you can fill up your bottles and go to the toilet if necessary.

This village is very beautiful.

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 other countries, but the popularity it gained thanks to the Tour de France makes it feel ‘unique.’ In my personal opinion, it’s an overhyped, commercialized balloon. The chaotic, hotel-packed structure of the village of Huez at the summit adds another layer of discomfort after the physical pain of the climb itself. If you throw yourself into the forested area behind Huez, though, it’s a wonderful place to catch your breath. Still, despite all of this, it’s a climb I’d recommend to cycling enthusiasts who love ascents and want to leave a mark on their personal history.

Pretty little body of water, swimming permitted