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Join Giants - Alps Social Ride
Embark on the Ultimate Cycling Adventure: Conquer the Legendary Climbs of the French Alps
Prepare to take on one of the most epic cycling challenges of your life. Over three unforgettable days, you’ll ride the iconic mountain passes of the French Alps—the same legendary roads where Tour de France champions have made history. From the towering slopes of Alpe d’Huez to the breathtaking valleys of Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, this is your chance to experience cycling greatness firsthand.
This isn’t a race—it’s a personal triumph, shared with a select group of passionate riders like you. A Social Ride along a dream route, with two distance options to match your ambition and ability.
Are you ready to ride in the footsteps of cycling legends?
GIANTS is a 3-day, 3-stage challenge, conquering the most iconic climbs of the Tour de France in the Alps.
400 km of legendary roads 10,000 m of elevation gain Iconic ascents including Deux Alpes, Croix de Fer, Col de la Madeleine, Lacets de Montvernier, Télégraphe, Galibier, and Alpe d’Huez
This is more than a ride—it’s an epic journey designed for those who crave the ultimate cycling experience.
Course details
Long route: Alpe d'Huez - Saint Jean de Maurienne | 132Km +3.231
We will start leaving the center of Alpe d’Huez towards the final part of the col de la Sarenne, through an inhospitable road that will take us to the top of this pass after only 200m of ascent. On the descent we will have to be extremely careful because the road is very narrow and twisty. Then we will start the ascent to les Deux Alpes resort whose descent will be made by a different road that will take us to Bourg d’Oisans. There we will ride through the valley on a secondary road to the Verney lake where the Col de la Croix de Fer starts. After 29km of ascent, we will crown and there will only be the small ascent to the Col du Molard of 400m of vertical drop before the arrival in Saint Jean de Maurienne.
Short route: Alpe d'Huez - Saint Jean de Maurienne | 132Km +3.231m
Start from Alpe d’Huez downhill to le Bourg d’Oisans to join the long route. We will continue to Verney lake to start the Col de la Croix de Fer. From the top, downhill to the Col du Molard (400m elevation gain) and the finish in Saint Jean de Maurienne.
STAGE 2
Long route: Saint Jean de Maurienne - Saint Jean de Maurienne | 135Km +2.514m
The day starts with 38Km of favorable terrain until we reach the demanding but short climb to the village of Bonvillar (5Km at 8%). Then we will ride another 35Km of favorable terrain that will take us through secondary roads to the town of Feissons-sur-Isère, where the great pass of the day begins: The Col de la Madeleine with more than 1500m of ascent. From the top we have 20km of continuous and very steep descent to La Chambre and from there, the last 12km practically flat to the finish in Saint Jean de Maurienne. Perhaps the easiest stage of Giants that if taken with some calm, will give us a break before the last day.
Short route: Saint Jean de Maurienne - Saint Jean de Maurienne | 69Km +2.046m
Start in Saint Jean de Maurienne with the first 10Km kilometers coinciding with the long course. In La Chambre we start the ascent to the col de la Madeleine, at the top of which we will enjoy a refreshment and start the descent by the same vertiene we have climbed. Arriving back to La Chambre and after 8Km flat, ascent to the spectacular Lacets de Montvernier to finish again in Saint Jean de Maurienne.
STAGE 3
Long route: Saint Jean de Maurienne – Alpe d'Huez | 125Km +4.206m
The last stage starts with an ascent to the short but spectacular Lacets de Montvernier. This will be the previous step to one of the giants of the day and surely the most mythical of the Alpine passes, the Galibier, with the col du Télegraphe halfway up. At the top of the Galibier, we will face 47Km of favorable terrain in which we will descend almost 2000m to Bourg d’Oisans where the last climb of Giants will begin, the mythical Alpe d’Huez where this real super challenge will end.
Short route: Saint Jean de Maurienne - Alpe d'Huez | 110Km + 3.834m
Unlike the long route, the third stage on the short route heads directly to the ascent of the Télegraphe and Galibier. The big climb of the day with more than 2,000m of ascent. From the top, we face the 47Km of descent and at the foot of Alpe d’Huez you will have the option to complete the bike ride with the mythical ascent or opt to finish your challenge and get on one of the vehicles. Either way, you will have enjoyed the Alps to the fullest!
Start address: Alpe d'Huez, Huez, France
Finish address: Alpe d'Huez, Huez, France
What’s included
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Foire Aux Questions
What is the cancellation/refund policy for this event?
Cancellations made more than 60 days before the start of the tour: 100% of the registration fee will be refunded. Cancellations made between 59 and 30 days before the tour: 50% of the amount will be refunded. Cancellations made between 29 and 15 days before the tour: 25% of the amount will be refunded. Cancellations made less than 15 days before the tour will not be refunded.
Can I participate in only one stage?
Giants is a three-day challenge, but if you wish and given the circumstances of the stages, you can do stages 1 and 3 spending the second day at Saint Jean de Maurienne and doing a tourist visit around the area.
What type of accommodation and meals are offered during Giants?
The hotels of the night before and stages 1 and 2 combine comfort and strategic location. Both are 4 stars and totally bike-friendly. Meals are included and will consist of a varied buffet menu where you can choose from a variety of foods to your liking, both for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lunch becomes the final refreshment of each stage since it will be served at the arrival hotel.
How are times managed?
Giants are neither a race nor a cycle tour. The concept is that of social ride where you seek to pedal in company, the enjoyment of the road, the physical challenge and the pleasure of traveling the most mythical roads of the Alps, so there are no times or classifications.
What happens if I can't continue or complete a stage?
If you cannot continue in any of the stages, don’t worry, you can use the support vehicles, which will take you to the finish. Take the opportunity to recover and start again the next day.
Do I need to bring my own bike?
For those who cannot or do not want to bring their bicycle, we offer a professional quality bicycle rental service. The rental bicycles are prepared for the most demanding routes and you can hire them in the registration form.
What happens if I have an emergency during the route?
Your safety is our priority. We have support vehicles for any situation and our guides will come to your aid. During the route you can call the contact phone number that we will give you at any time (it is essential to leave with a charged cell phone every morning).
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