The iconic Tour de France climb, the leader after this stage usually goes on to win ‘Le Tour’. The 21 hairpins are adorned by the names of winners of the stage. This is the Holy Grail for all cyclists  - a life challenge. L’ Alpe d’Huez -  ‘The iconic Tour de France Mountain’ Statistics: Start: Bourg d’Oisans Hairpins: 21 Climb Distance: 14.45km Average Gradient: 7.9% Steepest Gradient: 14.0% Start Altitude: 717m Finish Altitude: 1860m At the summit you can take in the stunning panorama of the Grande Rousses plateau.     Alpe d’Huez Cycling Challenges Corporate Ascents Bespoke Team Building & Client Entertainment Legs Lungs & Lactic Acid                  Click for Details Starting from Bourg d’ Oisans, we will climb the 21 hairpins some 14.45 km. We will provide you with the very best training and advice to ensure you make it to the summit of this mythical climb.  Email Us Tel:01572 789955                            Corporate Ascents - Corporate Cycling Events & Challenges Mountains Type of Event Information