French Alps Traverse 2021
French Alps Traverse 2021
Six fantastic days of cycling from the North of the French Alps to the Mediterranean sea.
The most mythical Tour de France passes!
Mapped at the beginning of motor tourism, the Route des Grandes Alpes links the highest Alpine passes over a majestic route transitioning from Alpine to Mediterranean vistas.
DuckStore’s 2021 twist on this classic route takes in 15 storied Tour de France cols including Les Saisies, Cormet de Roseland, Iseran, Telegraphe/Galibier, Izoard, La Bonnette and Vars.
Ride them all in a spectacular 6-day ride over the Alpine backbone that’s forged a century of cycling exploits.
Trip Facts
Dates
21-26 July, 2021 Date subject to change
Rides
6 days riding
Start - End
Menthon-Saint-Bernard near Annecy Menton near Nice
Difficulty
Challenging - For those who enjoy riding up and down mountain passes.
Cites
Menthon-Saint-Bernard, Beaufort, Val d’Isere, Valloire, Guillestre, Menton
Highlights
Lake Annecy, Lac de Roseland, the never-ending descent off the Bonette, taking a dip in the Mediterranean at the end
Group Size
Max 10 riders
Cols Climbed
Arpettaz, Les Saisies, Roseland,Télégraphe, Galibier, Izoard, Bonnette, Saint-Martin, Vars, Turini -> 4 Tour de France 2021 climbs
Meals
Hearty breakfast, picnic lunch, balanced 3 course dinner
Lodging
6 nights in small quality, bike friendly hotels
Support
Guided rides GPS tracks Bike maintenance Bike cleaning
Cost
- 1750€ double occupancy – 2100€ single occupancy - 500€ deposit to sign up - First 50% of balance due 14 June2021 - Final50% of balance due 21 June 2021 - Payment in Euros € via PayPal or wire transfer -> Included Cultural document, Daily route guide, snacks during ride. -> Not included Train or air transportation to start and finish city airports Bike for each participant (rental options upon request) Travel or personal insurance Wine, beer and soft drinks (excluding bottled water) during meals Hotel charges: minibar, phone, drinks at bar Medical supplies beyond what’s supplied by event organizer Sports nutrition (we know each rider has their own ‘juice’)