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Tour de France mountain pass route in the Hautes-Pyrénées
Plan your cycling adventure along the route of the Tour de France's legendary passes. Book the perfect bed and breakfast or gîte for your cycling holiday in the Hautes-Pyrénées.
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La Route des Cols Mythiques du Tour de France dans les Hautes-Pyrénées : An Unmissable Cycling Tour
The Hautes-Pyrénées is famous not only for its breathtaking natural beauty but also for its legendary cols, which feature regularly in the Tour de France. These legendary routes attract cyclists from all over the world, eager to test their endurance and experience the Tour. If you're a keen cyclist, get ready to discover iconic climbs such as the Col du Tourmalet, the Col d'Aspin and the Col de Peyresourde. With a variety of options for holiday rentals, gites and B&Bs, the Hautes-Pyrénées offers the perfect base for this cycling adventure.
A Challenge for Cyclists of All Levels
The passes in the Hautes-Pyrénées are a true test of strength and perseverance. The Col du Tourmalet, the highest road pass in the Pyrenees, is particularly famous for its frequent appearances in the Tour de France. This pass, with its steep gradients and sometimes unpredictable weather conditions, offers a challenging but rewarding experience. The Col d'Aspin and Col de Peyresourde are also renowned climbs, each offering spectacular mountain scenery and breathtaking views.
Routes Steeped in History
These passes are not only physically challenging; they are also steeped in history and tradition. The passage of the Tour de France has left an indelible mark on these roads, with monuments and memorials dedicated to the cyclists who made history on these slopes. As you travel these roads, you follow in the footsteps of legends such as Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain, adding a historical dimension to your journey.
Strategically Located Housing
For those planning to conquer these passes, finding comfortable accommodation to recuperate after an intense day is essential. The Hautes-Pyrénées offers a range of gîtes, chambres d'hôtes and holiday rentals located close to these legendary routes. These accommodations are often equipped to welcome cyclists, with facilities to store bikes safely and areas to relax and recharge.
Local Gastronomy and Recuperation
After a day's cycling, there's nothing like a good meal to recharge the batteries. The local cuisine of the Hautes-Pyrénées, rich in rustic flavours, offers calorific and nourishing dishes perfect for athletes. Specialities such as garbure, a thick soup, or Pyrenean mutton, will be tasty rewards after the effort.
A Landscape to Explore
Beyond cycling, the region offers many other activities. Non-cyclists can enjoy hiking, visiting natural and historical sites, or simply relaxing in beautiful natural surroundings. The local thermal baths offer an excellent way to recuperate with their relaxing and therapeutic waters.
Why Choose the Hautes-Pyrénées for Your Cycling Adventure?
Taking on the route of the Tour de France's legendary cols in the Hautes-Pyrénées is more than a sporting challenge; it's an immersion in spectacular mountain scenery, rich history and welcoming culture. Book your gîte or chambre d'hôte and get ready for a cycling experience that will be both demanding and hugely rewarding.
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