The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The Col du Galibier

The plain of Bourg d’Oisans makes a good warm-up before tackling the formidable ascent of this gigantic mountain (2646 m). Without forgetting that you first have to pass the Col du Lautaret in order to reach Le Galibier. Real high mountain atmosphere!

About : The Col du Galibier

Itinerary no. 20 of the “Cycling in Oisans” guide (Oisans Tourisme)

Departure / Arrival: Bourg d’Oisans 720 m
Time: 6 h
Distance (R/T): 96 km
Highest point: 2646 m
Lowest point: 720 m
Total ascent: 2970 m
Max. gradient: 14%

Map: Michelin Local Map no. 333 Isère, Savoie

ITINERARY
From Bourg d’Oisans follow the D1091 towards “Briançon / Les 2 Alpes” as far as the Chambon dam. You will go through 4 lit tunnels on this portion. For your safety, make sure you are visible.
Once at the dam, continue towards “Briançon / La Grave” as far as the Col du Lautaret (2058 m).
On the Col du Lautaret turn left towards the Col du Galibier. 8 km of steep climbing remain before you reach the top.
Remember to take into account the effects of altitude, which can be felt from 2000 m.

En bref

6 h 00

J+ : 1900 m

96 km

Level black - very hard

Map and GPX marking

The Col du Galibier

Getting There

Services

Tours

  • Average duration of the individual tour: 360 minutes

Opening

From 01/06 to 31/10.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Prices

Free of charge.