Embark on an exhilarating cycling adventure through the breathtaking French Alps! Tackle legendary mountain passes, ride through picturesque villages, and enjoy stunning alpine views, all while challenging yourself on some of the most iconic routes in cycling history. Perfect for avid cyclists seeking an unforgettable blend of natural beauty and physical accomplishment.
When booking with us we offer:
Initial Meeting
Online meeting to determine your all your requirements.
Accommodation Location Selection.
The location of your accommodation is vital to any cycling trip. Choosing the correct location can make the world of difference. An incorrect location selection can make your cycling holiday a logistical nightmare.
Itinerary Build
Weather you are interested in a leisure trip or the most challenging climbs, we will develop an itinerary custom built to your needs.
We also provide GPX files for each day of riding. These are loaded on your bike computer or mobile phone to assist with your riding course for the riding days.
Travel Quote
We supply you with a no obligation quote for your flights, vehicle hire, accommodation, and other logistics.
Should you accept our quote, we manage all your travel logistics and any of the following optional extras:
- Local Cycling Guide
- Bike Hire
- Leisure Activity Bookings
Cycling Routes
The French Alps offer a stunning array of cycling routes, many of which are suitable for leisure cyclists looking to enjoy the breathtaking scenery without the intense demands of professional-level climbs. Here are some popular and accessible routes:
1. Lake Annecy Loop (Tour du Lac d'Annecy)
- Distance: ~40 km (25 miles)
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate
- Highlights: This picturesque route around Lake Annecy offers flat to rolling terrain, suitable for most cyclists. You’ll enjoy stunning lake views, quaint villages, and dedicated cycle paths for much of the route.
2. Col de la Forclaz (Annecy)
- Distance: ~20 km (12.4 miles) round trip (from Talloires)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Highlights: Starting from the charming town of Talloires, this route includes a climb to the Col de la Forclaz, known for its panoramic views of Lake Annecy and paragliders taking off.
3. Combe de Savoie to Albertville
- Distance: ~45 km (28 miles)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Highlights: A pleasant ride through the valley with a gentle gradient, passing through vineyards and historic towns like Albertville, the host city of the 1992 Winter Olympics.
4. Maurienne Valley (Route des Grandes Alpes)
- Distance: Varies; start in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate
- Highlights: Known as the "valley of cycling," this area offers various routes suitable for leisure cyclists. Follow flatter sections of the valley or opt for shorter climbs like the Lacets de Montvernier for an iconic photo opportunity.
5. Cycling Along the Isère River (Grenoble to Bourg-Saint-Maurice)
- Distance: ~80 km (50 miles)
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate
- Highlights: A relatively flat route along the Isère River, passing through lush alpine landscapes and charming towns. Ideal for a leisurely day ride with scenic breaks.
6. Via Rhôna (Seyssel to Belley)
- Distance: ~30 km (18.6 miles)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Highlights: This segment of the Via Rhôna route is well-paved and perfect for families and leisure riders. You'll cycle along the Rhône River, with views of vineyards, forests, and the Jura Mountains.
7. Geneva to Thonon-les-Bains (Lac Léman Side)
- Distance: ~45 km (28 miles)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Highlights: Ride along the southern shore of Lake Geneva, passing through charming lakeside towns with the Alps as a backdrop.
8. Col de Tamie
- Distance: ~30 km (18.6 miles)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Highlights: This climb is not overly steep, making it accessible for intermediate leisure riders. You'll be rewarded with forested paths and views of the surrounding mountains.
9. Route to Lac de Roselend
- Distance: ~40 km (25 miles) round trip (from Beaufort)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Highlights: A stunning route leading to a beautiful alpine lake, with rolling terrain and lush greenery along the way.
10. Alpe d'Huez Balcony Route (Easy Variant)
- Distance: ~15 km (9 miles)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Highlights: Skip the intense climb and take a shorter, scenic ride along the Alpe d'Huez balcony roads for sweeping views of the Romanche Valley.
Cost Details
R1000 for an Custom Cycling Itinerary Build and Travel Quote
Cost Include:
- Online meeting to determine your requirements.
- Accommodation Location Selection.
- Itinerary Builder
- GPX files for each day of riding. This is loaded on your bike computer.
- Should you accept our quote, we manage all your travel logistics.
- Disfruta Sports Tours remote support to ensure your trip goes smoothly.
- Access to our Mobile Travel App to get the most out of your stay.
Package Cost Excludes
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- Accommodation, Flights, Transfers and Visa (We will provide you with quotes)
- Dedicated Local Guide (This can be arranged at an additional cost if needed)
- Race Entry (This can be arranged at an additional cost if needed)
- Bike Hire (We can assist)
- Travel Insurance
- Anything not mentioned in the included
Mobile Travel App
We provide all clients with a Mobile Travel App which can be installed from both the Apple and Android app store.
The application includes offline maps which assists you in locating tourist attractions as well as the nearest restaurant, coffee shop, shopping mall, etc.
The app also includes the following features:
- Details of your tour’s day to day itinerary
- Booking tickets for various tourist attractions
- Flight updates including live flight amendments and the ability to check in to your flight via the app
- Accommodation details
- A file store where important documents relating to your tour are loaded for you
- Direct messaging with the Disfruta Sports Tours team
