Haute Route Alps

How to get there

AIRPORT

The closest airport to Megève is Geneva (GVA). We will provide transfers from Geneva airport at set times (detailed below)

CAR

Take the Sallanches exit from the A40 toll motorway

TRAIN

Take the train to the Sallanches-Combloux-Megève train station and continue with a taxi to Megève

Haute Route Alps 2022 Itinerary

Stage 1 - August 21st

Stage 1: Nice > Cuneo

Into Italy – 181km/4100m+

The 2022 edition of the Haute Route Alps will be getting underway with a bang, setting out from the stunning seaside metropolis of Nice and heading straight for the mountains with a huge opening stage. Conquering two epic cols in 181km and accruing 4100m+ across two countries, Stage One is not pulling any punches. Winding into the green, rolling hills above Nice, riders will leave the Côte d’Azur, passing through quiet villages to the first col on the menu; the iconic Col du Saint-Martin. Then, in an Haute Route Alps-first, the course climbs the legendary Col de la Lombarde into Italy. This spectacular 20-kilometre climb to the Italian border will be one to remember. The first stage comes to an end at the vibrant Italian city of Cuneo.

Stage 2 - August 22nd

Stage 2: Cuneo > Col d’Izoard

Two giants – 118km/3600m+

Backing up from an epic first leg, the second stage of the Haute Route Alps is going to be an all-time great. Racing away from Cuneo, riders will have all eyes on the legendary Col d’Agnel. Featured in both the Giro d’Italia and Tour de France, this special climb is the third-highest paved road in the Alps. After descending back into France, the focus will shift to another classic: Col d’Izoard. The scene of countless Tour battles (36 to be precise), Izoard will not disappoint. Climbing from the south, past the incomparable Casse Desserte, riders will reach the summit with 117km and 3,600m+ under their belts.

Stage 3 - August 23rd

Stage 3: Serre Chevalier Briançon > Les 2 Alpes

All for the views – 108km/3200m+

Stage Three packs a lot into just 108km. A long ascent to Col du Lautaret from Serre Chevalier Briançon is the perfect warm up, with steady gradients and epic views of the Écrins mountain range. But the main course of the day will no doubt be the spectacular loop to Alpe d’Huez via Col de Sarenne, and the unforgettable balcony road to Le Freney d’Oisans. The quiet road to Sarenne winds deep into the Alps, with sprawling views you have to see to believe. After topping the col, riders will enjoy the remote and scenic nine-kilometre traverse into Alpe d’Huez before starting the descent of its legendary switchbacks. The piece de resistance will be the staggering Auris balcony road, carved into the sheer rock face stretching along the valley. The stage comes to a dramatic close with the race to Les 2 Alpes.

Stage 4 - August 24th

Stage 4: les 2 Alpes > Méribel

On your toes – 152km/4100m+

Stage Four of the 2022 Haute Route Alps is all about the hard yards, starting with the famous – and arguably infamous – Col du Glandon. With steep ramps to keep you on your toes, this 1300m+ climb is one breakfast spin you won’t soon forget. Continuing the race north, eyes will soon turn to the next challenge of the day – and it’s a big one. With long sections of road with gradients in the double figures, the formidable climb to Col de la Madeleine will put every rider to the test. The stage will finish with the triumphant climb to Méribel, where riders can celebrate passing the half way mark of the race with this epic 4100m+ ride.

Stage 5 - August 25th

Stage 5: Méribel > Col de la Loze

Love or loathe La Loze – 10km/850m+

Choosing the location for the Haute Route Alps time trial is always a fun task. It’s an opportunity to condense everything we love about riding in the Alps into one all-out uphill blast. And the 2022 time trial is no exception. In an Haute Route first, Col de la Loze will host the finish line for the uphill time trial. Churning out equal amounts of breathtaking beauty and heartbreaking double-figure ramps, this 10km climb from Méribel to La Loze will keep the best of them on their toes.

Stage 6 - August 26th

Stage 6: Méribel > Megève

The classics – 138km/3500m+

The penultimate stage will take riders from Méribel to Megève via some classic climbs guaranteed to take your breath away. Riders will start the day with the stunning switchbacks to the Col du Tra, before heading north to the legendary Cormet de Roselend. Featuring in no less than 12 Tour de France stages, Roselend is as legendary as it is spectacular, making it the ultimate bucket-list pass. Dropping down the north-west side of the pass with it’s stunning turquoise lake, riders then turn their attention to lovely Saisies, racing into the green rolling mountains surrounding Megève.

Stage 7 - August 27th

Stage 7: Megève > Megève

The grand finale – 99km/2400m+

Saving some of the best for last, the final stage of the 2022 Haute Route Alps will be an absolute beauty. In an epic, 148km loop from Megève, the stage will take in a host of short climbs around the stunning green surrounds of the Haute-Savoie. With Col de l’Epine, Col de la Croix Fry and Col des Aravis all on the menu, the picturesque ride is the perfect final chapter to this edition of the Haute Route Alps.

August 28th - Departure day

We will run transfers to Geneva airport today. Please book flights departing after 10:00am.

Haute Route Alps

2022 Haute Route Alps

Stage 1: Nice > Cuneo

Stage 2: Cuneo > Col d’Izoard

Stage 3: Serre Chevalier Briançon > Les 2 Alpes

Stage 4: les 2 Alpes > Méribel

Stage 5: Méribel > Col de la Loze

Stage 6: Méribel > Megève

Stage 7: Megève > Megève

3 nights

Please email us separately if you wish to book an additional night at the start or end of the Haute Route Alps.

How to get there

AIRPORT

CAR

TRAIN

Haute Route Alps 2022 Itinerary

Stage 1 - August 21st

Stage 1: Nice > Cuneo

Stage 2 - August 22nd

Stage 2: Cuneo > Col d’Izoard

Stage 3 - August 23rd

Stage 3: Serre Chevalier Briançon > Les 2 Alpes

Stage 4 - August 24th

Stage 4: les 2 Alpes > Méribel

Stage 5 - August 25th

Stage 5: Méribel > Col de la Loze

Stage 6 - August 26th

Stage 6: Méribel > Megève

Stage 7 - August 27th

Stage 7: Megève > Megève

August 28th - Departure day

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