Cycling the Route Des Grandes Alpes

A guidebook to cycling the 720km (447 mile) Route des Grandes Alpes through southern France. This long-distance cycle between Lake Geneva and Nice on the Mediterranean coast is suitable for experienced long-distance cyclists and can be cycled in 1-2 weeks. Presented in 14 stages between 31-75km (20-46 miles) 6 routes variants are also described Route takes in 17 major climbs, including the famous Col de l'Iseran (the highest paved pass in the Alps), the Col du Galibier and the Col d'Izoard Route passes through Vanoise, the Ecrins and the Mercantour national parks Overnight stops include Thonon-les-Bains, Bourg-Saint-Maurice, Val d'Isere, Briancon, Saint-Martin-Vesubie, Sospel Perfect for cycling late Spring through early autumn. 1:150,000 mapping and profiles are included for each route GPX files available to download Detailed information on preparation, equipment and accommodation

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Giles Belbin, Belbin Giles
• Editore: Cicerone Press
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 30.06.2022
• EAN: 9781786310545
• ISBN: 978-1-78631-054-5
• Pagine: 200
• Dimensioni: 120 mm x 175 mm x 12 mm
• Categorie: Viaggi > Guide turistiche; France, Alpes-Maritimes, Alps, TRAVEL / Europe / France, TRAVEL / Special Interest / Bicycling, SPORTS & RECREATION / Cycling, The Alps, cycling, Travel guides: routes and ways, Cycling: general and touring