Road Cycling & Col de l'Iseran

The region is a mecca for road cyclists, most notably for the legendary Col de l'Iseran (2770m), one of the highest paved passes in Europe and a frequent feature in the Tour de France. Starting from Val d'Isère or Bourg-Saint-Maurice, cyclists can tackle this challenging ascent, rewarded with truly epic alpine scenery. Numerous other quieter mountain roads and passes also offer fantastic routes. Road conditions and opening times (typically June to October) should be checked. No fees for access, but bike rental is available in resort (40-80 EUR/day).