Bikepacking from Val d'Isère to Valloire

This epic ride takes you from Val d’Isère, a world-famous ski resort perched high in the French Alps, all the way to the picturesque mountain town of Valloire. Be ready for a challenging adventure: you'll spin through nearly 160 km of alpine terrain, racking up over 7,800 meters of climbing and a bit more descending! The route soars above 2,200 meters, so the air gets crisp and the views unforgettable.

Expect a real mix of surfaces: you'll roll on smooth asphalt, cruise quiet roads, and tackle stretches of gravel and tracks (so a gravel or adventure bike is your friend here). About half the route may lack formal paving, adding to the wild mountain feel.

As you traverse legendary cols between Savoie and Haute-Maurienne, soak up stunning scenery, cascading streams, and classic Alpine switchbacks. When you finally descend into Valloire—a charming village famous for its baroque church and gateway to the Col du Galibier—you’ll have truly earned your tartiflette!