Share the post "Galibier, Glandon, Croix de Fer, Madeleine…discover Maurienne by bike!"
A cycling destination par excellence, Maurienne, in the south of Savoie, stretches for 120 km between the Hautes-Alpes and Italy, and is a formidable playground for all cyclists, road, mountain bike or e-bike. With its 60 routes and 12 passes, including 6 legendary ones, the Maurienne valley promotes its beautiful roads through its brand “La Maurienne, the world’s largest cycling area®“. From stays to conquer the great passes, cycling events and recommended addresses for cyclists, head to the most cycling-friendly valley for an exhilarating experience!
Source: Press Release
CYCLING TRIP – The conquest of the Giants of Maurienne
Galibier, Glandon, Croix de Fer, Madeleine… Names that make the entire cycling world dream! Every day, set out to conquer these great passes, the giants of Maurienne. Self-sufficient, you have a detailed roadbook for each outing and can thus set off safely through “La Maurienne, the world’s largest cycling area!©”. On the program, seven passes over a week interspersed with a rest day (swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi).
The cycling extras: “Special cyclist” menus, stretching and recovery sessions with an instructor, secure bike storage… A trip for cycling pros!
Price: from 499€/person for 8 days and 7 nights on a full-board basis.
More info at: www.maurienne-tourisme.com/offresejour/cols-geants-de-maurienne/
CYCLING-FRIENDLY ADDRESS – A cozy & atypical B&B labeled “Cyclist Welcome”: sport and more…
Located between the Col de la Madeleine and the Col du Glandon, Aurélie and Mathieu welcome you to their little world… Three original guest rooms with astonishing inspirations: a strange cabin, a mine, and a hobbit’s den! Everything is provided for cyclists: secure bike garages, a mechanic’s corner, dietary and sports meals, etc. A nice discovery to make on your way!
From 65€ per night for 2 people, breakfast included. More info at www.entre2cols.com
Likely to meet all expectations (high-end, typical, unusual, friendly…), find all the labeled addresses on www.mauriennetourisme.com/velo/qualite-cyclomaurienne/hebergements, each of them offering all services adapted to cyclists.
CYCLING EVENT – The road for cyclists with Le Mountain Collection! From June 28 to August 20, 2020
During the summer, between 15 and 20 climbs on reserved roads are organized as part of the Mountain Collection. This is an opportunity to (re)discover the passes and climbs of “La Maurienne, the world’s largest cycling area ©” in a friendly and family atmosphere, and above all, in complete safety: the road is closed to cars for the duration of each ascent. This summer event is also an opportunity to discover roads still little known to cyclists in the valley.
The plus: This untimed challenge is open to all cyclists, road or mountain bike, amateur or experienced, or even e-bike… With electric assistance, anything is possible! The most famous climbs of Maurienne become accessible to everyone. The Mountain Collection means everyone at their own pace.
Free participation, no registration required. Program and info on www.mauriennetourisme.com/mountain-collection
Maurienne, the world’s largest cycling area
“La Maurienne, the world’s largest cycling area®” is a brand managed by the Maurienne Tourisme association, which brings together local authorities and tourism professionals in the region.
12 passes including 6 legendary ones • 60 routes • 4 FFC-labeled mountain bike areas • 5 pumptracks • 1 BMX stadium • A total rental fleet of over 250 electric-assist bikes • 1 label for welcoming cyclists: 110 referenced establishments • Over 30 events each year: the Tour de France, the Tour de l’Avenir, the Trilogie de Maurienne, the Transmaurienne Vanoise, Le Tour de Savoie Mont Blanc, the MTB enduro series, etc.
=> SEE ALSO : All our Travel articles
Share the post "Galibier, Glandon, Croix de Fer, Madeleine…discover Maurienne by bike!"
