Mountain bike hire
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Les 2 Alpes to Col du Galibier
Legendary high mountain climb that is the eighth highest paved road in the Alpes
Col du Galibier mountain pass is recurrently the highest point of the Tour de France
Col du Galibier
This col often features as part of a stage in the Tour de France, adding to its prestige among road cycling enthusiasts. First used in 1911 as part of the tour, the views at the top are some of the best in the Alps. Whilst the overall gradient is quite manageable, the final stretch is steeper and more exposed, especially the last 2-3km - making it a brutal test of endurance.
From Les Deux Alpes
Distance: 90km to 100km return
Elevation gain: 2,100m to 2,300m
Average gradient: 4.6% overall (but steeper in sections)
Route description:
- descend to the Barrage du Chambon, then follow the D1091 towards La Grave and Col du Lautaret
- the climb from the dam to Lautaret is long (around 30km), but relatively steady
- from Col du Lautaret (2,058m) turn right for the iconic Col du Galibier, a short but intense 8km at between 7% to 9% gradient, it's dig deep time
- return the same way for a thrillingly fast descent
Tip:
Ride early in the day and bring layers - it's often cold and windy at the top, even in summer
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Bike Hire in Les 2 Alpes
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Sights in Les 2 Alpes
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Horse drawn sleigh rides
Discover the joys of sleigh rides through an idyllic setting on one of our 3 daily departures: 10am, 2pm and 3.30pm (1 hr 15 minute ride).
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Ice Cave
Walk through a 200m gallery to access a magical network of rooms carved out 20 metres below the surface of the snow, deep inside the glacier.
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Chasal Lento Museum, Mont de Lans
The aim of the museum is to preserve and display objects of bygone life in Oisans, displaying the traditions and arts of Mont de Lans,
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Alpinism Museum, St Christophe en Oisans
Discover historic mountaineering exhibits, old photos and a history of alpinism in the Ecrins and Meije areas.
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Bourg d'Oisans Museum
Located in the attic of the church of Bourg d'Oisans and is accessed by a building to the left of the church.
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Ecrins National Park
The Ecrins National Park is one of the highlights of the Southern Alps region.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Les Deux Alpes
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Smithy's Tavern Restaurant
A lively restaurant and bar with generous portions of grilled meats, steaks and fajitas. The gourmet burgers are packed with flavour and come with all the trimmings. A great spot for dinner and a fun night out in the heart of Les Deux Alpes.
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La Porte d'à Côte Restaurant
Traditional regional cuisine made with local produce all year.
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Les Melezes Restaurant and Brasserie
This restaurant, with its view over the Massif de la Muzelle, can accommodate around a hundred diners.
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Le Trappeur Restaurant
This restaurant, open all year, serves local fish, Charolais beef or duck, as well as salads, pastas, and vegetables.
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Le P'tit Polyte Restaurant
This is the renowned restaurant of the 4* Chalet Hotel Mounier, famous in the Southern Alps for its fine cuisine based on fresh local produce and the inventiveness of the chef.
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Casa Nostra Restaurant
They have a great wine menu from Corsican and French vineyards, or try the Corsican chestnut beer.
What to do
Things To Do in Les Deux Alpes
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Palais des Sports
The sports centre in Les 2 Alpes is open throughout summer and winter and offers 1200m2 of leisure and sports space, as well as a large conference room and amphitheatre.
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Ice Skating Rink
This 1,800m2 open-air artificial ice rink, located right in the heart of Les Deux Alpes, is great fun for friends and family.
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Ice Cave
Walk through a 200m gallery to access a magical network of rooms carved out 20 metres below the surface of the snow, deep inside the glacier.
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Air'ailes Paragliding School
This company gives you the opportunity to discover paragliding for the first time with a professional instructor.
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Les 2 Alpes Swimming Pool
Heated swimming pool located at the bottom of the slopes right next to the Alpette summer sledges.1 pool of 25 mt x 12 mt with a depth of 1.40 mt.
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Air 2 Alpes Parapente
Offering paragliding and speed riding you can experience something different in Les 2 Alpes with Air 2 Alpes.
