Le Col du Galibier
The flat Bourg-d'Oisans offers a nice warm-up before the formidable climb of this 2646 m giant of the Alps. Not to mention that you will have to cross the Lautaret pass before reaching the Galibier. High mountain atmosphere guaranteed!
This route is available in the “Cyclo en Oisans” guide (Oisans Tourisme)
Departure / Arrival: Bourg d’Oisans 720 m
Duration: 6 hour
Distance (A/R): 96 km
Maximum altitude: 2646 m
Minimum altitude: 720 m
Positive elevation: 1900 m
Maximum slope: 14%
Cartography: Michelin Department Map of Isère, Savoie n° 333
ROUTE
From Bourg-d'Oisans, take the direction “Briançon / Les 2 Alpes” by the D1091 to the Chambon dam. You will cross 4 lit tunnels on this section, for your safety, make sure you are visible.
When you reach the dam, continue towards “Briançon / La Grave” up to the Lautaret pass (2058 m).
From Lautaret, turn left towards the Col du Galibier. You have 8 km of a sustained climb left to reach the summit.
Be careful of the effects of altitude which can be felt from 2000 m.
Departure / Arrival: Bourg d’Oisans 720 m
Duration: 6 hour
Distance (A/R): 96 km
Maximum altitude: 2646 m
Minimum altitude: 720 m
Positive elevation: 1900 m
Maximum slope: 14%
Cartography: Michelin Department Map of Isère, Savoie n° 333
ROUTE
From Bourg-d'Oisans, take the direction “Briançon / Les 2 Alpes” by the D1091 to the Chambon dam. You will cross 4 lit tunnels on this section, for your safety, make sure you are visible.
When you reach the dam, continue towards “Briançon / La Grave” up to the Lautaret pass (2058 m).
From Lautaret, turn left towards the Col du Galibier. You have 8 km of a sustained climb left to reach the summit.
Be careful of the effects of altitude which can be felt from 2000 m.
