Cycling day trip from Huez to Valloire

If you're up for an epic cycling adventure, this route from Huez to Valloire is sure to satisfy your craving for a challenge! Starting in Huez, home to the legendary Alpe d'Huez climb of Tour de France fame, you'll already be in a place that breathes cycling history and adrenaline.

The journey is about 85.5 kilometers, and it's not going to be a walk in the park. With a staggering ascent of nearly 4876 meters, be prepared to test your legs against some serious climbs. But fear not, because as much as you climb, you'll also enjoy a similar amount of descent, totaling around 4971 meters, which means exhilarating downhill stretches await!

Expect a mix of paths and tracks, with some quiet roads that give you a breath of fresh mountain air away from bustling traffic. Most of the surface type information is missing, so it's always good to be ready for anything – this is pure adventure, after all!

Ending in the picturesque Valoire, nestled in the heart of the French Alps, you'll find plenty of reasons to relax after your ride, maybe even with some local French cuisine. Enjoy the journey—it'll be one for the books!