Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 25, 2026

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35.6 km

Col du Télégraphe

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It's essential to pass the Télégraphe test before tackling the Galibier. The name "Télégraphe" is strange, but the explanation for its name is quite simple: this mid-level pass, with an …

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40.4 km

Valloire Village Center

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Nice alpine town near the Col du Galibier.
More information: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valloire

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58.6 km

The most unforgettable day of my life.

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Without a doubt, today was one of the most special and beautiful days of my life. I climbed from the Le Grave side, passing Lautaret and catching sight of Galibier, …

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58.6 km

Reaching an altitude of 2,642 meters, the Galibier Pass connects Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne to Briançon via the Télégraphe and Lautaret Passes. The Tour de France first crossed the Galibier on July 10, …

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118 km

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Train Station

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Way Types

81.0 km

19.1 km

15.1 km

2.44 km

387 m

344 m

152 m

Surfaces

116 km

1.73 km

451 m

134 m

122 m

< 100 m

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Valloire

Valloire Village Center

The most unforgettable day of my life.

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