Cycling Holidays Alpe d’Huez | Stay in Allemond Basecamp

Whether Road Cycling or Mountain biking is your passion here in Allemond, you have all of the Col climbs and trails right on your doorstep

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Why stay in Allemond for your cycling holiday

Allemond is one of the best-kept secrets for cyclists visiting Alpe d’Huez.

• Located at the foot of the climbs on the valley floor, it allows you to ride directly into the mountains without starting or finishing (!) at altitude.
• Such a key a location near legendary climbs, it has been visited by the Tour de France near 40 times
• An unrivaled range of major Cols, right from the door. Alpe d’Huez, Col du Glandon, Col de la Croix de Fer and many more
• Ideally located for key events of the region including the Tour de France, The Marmotte, Alpe d’HueZes, Alpe d’Huez Triatlon & Duathlons
• Specialised bike rental, bike delivery and mechanic services are easily accesible

Our group accommodation in Allemond is ideal for cycling trips, with space, flexibility, and direct access to the most famous alpine routes.

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• 10 person ski and cycling chalet near Alpe d’Huez – Gite Vermarine
• 8 person ski and cycling chalet near Alpe d’Huez – Gite Rose Quartz
• 7 person ski and cycling chalet near Alpe d’Huez – Gite Jasper

The best road cycling climbs from Allemond

Alpe d’Huez – The 21 Bends

• 13.8 km | 1,120 m climb
  The most iconic climb in cycling, starting just minutes from your door.
• Like Mont Ventoux, Alpe d’Huez offers you 3 routes of ascent to challenge yourself with
  • The main face of Alpe d’Huez – an iconic classic
  • The Sarenne – rugged, beautiful and peaceful
  • Pas de la Confession – stunning views across the Romanche Valley

Climb Finder Alpe d’Huez

Climb Finder Col de Sarenne

Climb Finder Pas de la Confession

Col du Glandon

Directly from the village of Allemond, start the 21KM of a Tour de France classic with long, varied gradients and incredible views. Allowing you to then access the route of the Marmotte Grandfondo Alpes and its 177KM of this legendary route

Climb Finder Route info Col du Glandon

Col de la Croix de Fer

Often combined with the Glandon, offering one of the most scenic high alpine rides. At the top of your ascent you get panoramic view of the mythical Aiguilles d’Arves, emblem of the Arvan Villards-Les Sybelles region, the Pic de l’Etendard and the Saint Sorlin glacier, as well as the Vallée des Arves. Panoramic view of the villages of Saint-Sorlin and Saint-Jean-d’Arves

Climb Finder Route info Col de la Croix de Fer

Col du Sabot

A hidden gem starting directly from Allemond — steep at 8.8% average, narrow, and unforgettable into the wilderness

Climb Finder Route info Col du Sabot

Classic Road cycling Events

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Mountain biking (VTT) in Oisans

Why stay in Allemond for a Mountain Bike Holiday

Allemond is one of the best VTT basecamps in the Alps, offering direct lift access to over 300km of trails, from world-class downhill runs to natural alpine singletrack.

• This is elite-level scale
• Direct access to one of the biggest MTB areas in France – Alpe d’Huez Grande Domainegi giving 309Km of trails and 45m marked routes.
• Massive vertical: 3330m (Pic Blanc) → 720m (Allemond)
• Full Spectrum riding of: Downhill, Enduro, Cross-country, E-bike touringPark (downhill & enduro)
• Lift-access from the valley Allemond to Grande Domaine lift AccessOz-en-Oisans lift access trails
• Home of the MegaAvalanche – arrives at 750m here in Allemond. Riders can do top-to-bottom alpine descents you simply can’t replicate elsewhere.
• Natural singletrack with huge range of Forest Alpine, pasture, Rocky technical paths
• Trails for all levels (beginner → expert)
• Multiple riding zones in one basecamp
• From Allemond you can ride the 3-in-1 riding style mix.
  • Belledonne massif → wild, natural riding
  • Alpe d’Huez / Oz / Vaujany → lift-access bike park
  • Bourg d’Oisans valley → XC & endurance loops
• BIke Hire and Repair easily accessible

Classic Mountain Bike Events

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Why stay with Oisans Vacances

• Secure bike storage
• Group-friendly layouts, flexible for your needs
• Experienced with camps and club trips with connections for catering and ride support
• Ride from the door to all of the must experience cols and trails
• Close to swimming pools, lake, shops, and bike adapted ski lifts

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Plan your cycling holiday

Allemond gives you access to some of the best cycling in Europe — all from your doorstep.

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