Description
The guest star of the Alpine passes, the 2,642-meter-high Col du Galibier awaits you from La Grave or Villar d'Arène, with its 360° panoramic views and its passage over the Col du Lautaret and the Jardin Alpin. It's an itinerary you can pedal!
From La Grave or Villar d'Arène, take the D1091 to Col du Lautaret, then turn left onto the D902 to Col du Galibier.
If you're starting from La Grave, be sure to bring a flashlight for the tunnels.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION :
Recharging points: available at restaurants on the Col du Lautaret.
Refreshments and restaurants on the way: Col du Lautaret, Col du Galibier.
THINGS TO SEE ON THE WAY :
Points of interest along the way:
Visit the Villar d'Arène grain mill and bread oven (by appointment, info from the tourist office).
Maison du parc National des Écrins, Col du Lautaret.
Alpine Botanical Garden, Col du Lautaret.
Henri Desgrange monument, creator of the Tour de France, Col du Galibier.
Artisan: Aniram in Villar d'Arène - Year-round market: La Grave, Thursday morning.
Accepted customers
- Level bue - Medium
Plain text period
From 15/06 to 31/10 daily.