From La Grave to Col de Sarenne via Alpe d'Huez

This loop offers a real change of scenery, with the balconies of Auris-en-Oisans, a veritable belvedere overlooking the Romanche, then the mythical laces of Alpe d'Huez, before finishing with a dip in the Ferrand valley and its wilder atmosphere.

From the Téléphérique parking lot, turn left towards Grenoble for about 16 km. During these 15 km, be careful when crossing the Grand Clos and Chambon tunnels, which are poorly lit, so remember to make yourself visible to other vehicles. After passing the Chambon dam, continue towards Ferney-d'Oisans. Once in Ferney-d'Oisans, turn right onto the D211a road, after the gas station, in the direction of Auris-sur-Oisans, for about 6 km. Follow the road to the hamlet of La Balme. Continue on the D211a road, known as the "route de la Roche", towards La Garde en Oisans. This narrow road is punctuated by 3 tunnels, carved into the cliff face. At La Garde en Oisans, turn right at the church crossroads, heading for Alpe d'Huez. When you reach Alpe d'Huez, follow the signs for "Office de Tourisme", then continue to the top of the resort at "Le Cognet". Then go down the Avenue du Rif Nel. Go straight ahead at the Tour de France traffic circle, then left at the next traffic circle towards the altiport. Once past the altiport, take the "route du col de Sarenne". Cross the pass and descend into the Ferrand valley. Follow the D25A road to the village of Clavans-le-Bas, and continue to Mizöen. At the end of a steep descent, you'll find the D1091. At the crossroads, turn left towards Briançon and head up the valley until you return to La Grave.