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Cycling in Moûtiers
Routes from Moûtiers climb to Courchevel and Val Thorens, with long climbs up to 2320 m elevation on paved roads.
Riding in Moûtiers in numbers
- 2
- 57 km
- 34 km
- 1,868 m
- Surface
- Paved almost throughout
- Roads
- 40% of the riding on main roads without a cycle lane
- High point
- 2,320 m on Val Thorens from Moûtiers
- Climbs
- 4 named climbs · 3 ascents of 500 m or more
- Bail-outs
- A railway station or ferry within reach on 2 routes
Rides in Moûtiers
Notable climbs
Cycling guide to Moûtiers
Moûtiers offers cycling routes that head into the French Alps, notably to Courchevel and Val Thorens. The Courchevel route covers 23.6 km with 1351 m of elevation gain while the Val Thorens climb extends to 33.8 km with 1868 m ascent. Both routes feature long, steady climbs largely on paved surfaces and incorporate sections on main roads without cycle lanes. The routes provide access to high alpine terrain, reaching 1752 m and 2320 m respectively. Moûtiers itself has a railway station near both routes, supporting access for riders.
- The terrain is mountainous, featuring long climbs of around 17.5 km length with average gradients of 6.3–6.7% and maximum gradients reaching 13.1%. The highest point reached is 2320 m on the Val Thorens route. The surfaces are mostly paved, with minimal gravel sections. The routes have stretches without cycle lanes, mainly on main roads.
