Alpe d'Huez - Day 6

Alpe d'Huez needs little introduction as it is probably the most famous cycle climb in the world with thousands of riders attempting each week during the summer months. Famous for having 21 switchbacks (actually there are more than 21 bends - hence the name of the tour) the climb starts just a few minutes from our base in Bourg d'Oisans at 720 m and rises over 13km to a height of 1860 metres. Its a tough climb at the best of times but at the end of a week of cycling it will be important to pace yourself - especially as we will be climbing further up the mountain over the mountain pass at the Col du Sarenne.