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If you are a fan of cycling then the 21 switchbacks of Alpe d’Huez are more than just a road to a ski resort.
You may not get a chance to take a shot on goal from the pitch in a World Cup stadium, but here you can follow in the wheel tracks of cycling legends.
You could ride Alpe d’Huez on your own, with a small tour group, or in a giant gran fondo, but here’s why you should ride it during Haute Route Alpe d’Huez on June 12-14, 2019. |
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Three Great Stages You’re not just coming to ride one mountain. The first two stages are 123km and 70km, respectively, and feature the Col de la Croix de Fer, Les 2 Alpes, the Col de Sarenne, and Alpe d’Huez via Villard Reculas. Stage 3 is a classic time trial up the 21 switchbacks of the Alpe d'Huez itself. |  |
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Choice of Courses Riders come to the Haute Route to be challenged, but challenge means something different for every rider. For those who want the Haute Route experience with fewer kilometers and less climbing, the Compact course is a great option. The first two stages are 92km and 50km, respectively, and all riders complete the Alpe d’Huez time trial for Stage 3. |
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Comprehensive Service All you have to think about is riding your bike. Haute Route has the stages mapped out, marked, and marshaled for you. You’ll be supported on the road by professional mechanics, safety motos, sag vehicles, and a medical team. |
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Professional Timing Don’t rely on the battery life or GPS signal to your device. With professional timing you’ll know precise times for your efforts on the Col de la Croix de Fer, Les 2 Alpes, the Col de Sarenne, and Alpe d’Huez itself. See where you stack up against the pros, competitors in your age group, or your personal goals. |
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Stocked and Staffed Feed Stations Scarce food and water keep riders from tackling big mountain routes on their own. Whether you’re the first or last rider in the peloton, our professional staff will be waiting for you with the best sports nutrition products, fresh sweet and savory foods, and words of encouragement. |
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Pro Atmosphere You could climb Alpe d’Huez any day of the summer, but it’s pretty anticlimactic to reach the top and cross a faint line on the pavement all by yourself. Instead, feel what it’s like to round that final bend and sprint toward the finish line arch with fans and a professional announcer urging you on. |
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Event Village Haute Route has you covered off the bike, too. After the finish, book your daily massage, have your bike checked by the mechanics, and swap stories with other riders in the event village. In the evenings, come together for a rider briefing, daily awards and recap video, and a post-briefing beer before you head off to one of the great Alpe d’Huez restaurants. |
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HAUTE ROUTE NORWAY ENTRIES AVAILABLE |
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Don't miss your chance to experience the fjords, climbs, and canyons around Stavanger, Norway, on August 2-4 during Haute Route Norway. This event will not be part of the 2020 Haute Route calendar, so join us while you still can!
The 2019 Haute Route Norway event features a number of unique experiences for cyclists, including an undersea start in the world’s longest tunnel and a ferry ride up the Lysefjord past the famous Preikestolen (“The Pulpit Rock”). Entries and accommodations packages for the 2019 Haute Route Norway event are still available. |
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