18 cyclists from Dublin set out to conquer the legendary climbs of the French Alps on a fully supported 3-day cycling in France tour.
From the brutal Col du Glandon to the twisting Lacets de Montvernier, the riders climbed the Col du Mollard and the mighty Col de la Croix de Fer before taking on the world-famous 21 bends of Alpe d’Huez. Long known as one of the most iconic Tour de France climbs, it’s a true highlight of French Alps cycling and a bucket-list goal for riders around the world.
The challenge didn’t stop there — the group pushed over the wild Col de Sarenne and finished on the spectacular Balcons d’Auris, proving that Alpe d’Huez was just a part of their cycling adventures.
Based in Alpe d’Huez, St Jean de Maurienne, and Le Bourg d’Oisans, this tour included bike hire, roadside picnics, and full support — all captured in this 5-minute highlight film.
If you’ve ever dreamed of tackling Alpe d’Huez, riding epic Tour de France climbs, or planning your own French Alps cycling trip, this video shows exactly what it feels like to take on the giants of the Alps.
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Right, I think we are nearly there. Are you ready? Quick photo. Another 10
meters. Oh, there it is. Comment ! Anyone bananas? [Music] I am a nice man as well. You all right?
Yeah. Good. On the col du Glandon and my guys are having lunch over there.
Last couple of rides coming up [Music] [Music] right on the Lacets
de Montvernier. [Music] 13 to the top. Right, I’m on top of the Col du Mollard M O L L A
R D. Now we just got to wait for the first riders to come up. [Music] Moyeux !. Comment. Another 10
m. Oh, there it is. Yeah, there you go. [Music] Banana water. [Music] On top of the Croix de Fer.
Absolutely rammed as I thought. . [Music] I’ll do the video. [Music] Guys taking photos into Alpe d’Huez.
Round the last bend. Bend one. [Music] Well done guys. [Music] By the way, if
you love discovering France by bike, from gravel and bike packing to
coastal escapes, epic road climbs, and hidden villages, hit subscribe. There’s plenty
more French cycling adventures coming your way. Little bit of rain add to the
“epicness” of the col de Sarenne [Music] or anyone bananas. No Thanks. [Music] [Music] Next up, the Balcons d’Auris. bit
of a chunky climb up for them and then they do a lovely traverse
across the Oisans Valley which hopefully will make up for the
pain of coming up here. [Music] [Music] [Music]
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What an unforgettable 3 days in the French Alps with 18 incredible Dublin cyclists! From the brutal Col du Glandon to the twisting Lacets de Montvernier and finally the legendary 21 bends of Alpe d’Huez, this tour had it all.
Which climb would YOU most like to ride — Glandon, Croix de Fer, Alpe d’Huez, or Sarenne?
👇Drop your answer in the comments — I’d love to hear!
That’s a great film Phil – thanks for making it – and for all your support on what was a fantastic trip to More than the 21 Bends! Cheers. Charles