The most famous climb in professional cycling. 21 legendary hairpin turns, each named after a Tour de France stage winner. 14km of pure climbing glory.
Alpe d'Huez is the most famous climb in cycling. Since its Tour de France debut in 1952, it has become the ultimate test of a cyclist's climbing ability.
The 21 hairpin turns are numbered from 21 (bottom) to 1 (top), each bearing the name of a stage winner. The climb from Bourg-d'Oisans is 13.8km at an average gradient of 8.1%, but the first 4km are the steepest, hitting grades of 10-13%.
The atmosphere on this climb, even when riding virtually, is electric. The road is lined with painted names and messages from decades of Tour de France fans. Every switchback reveals a new view of the Romanche valley below.
The summit at 1,850m offers a stunning panorama of the Grandes Rousses massif. Whether you're a Tour de France fan or simply love a good climb, Alpe d'Huez is a bucket-list ride.
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