High Road 2025

Get ready for a breathtaking cycling experience on the most iconic roads in the Alps
The only cycling event in the world where you can climb the best of the Alps in one week!
- Tuesday 26 August 2025: Tignes - Serre Chevalier Vallée
Stage 3
158 km and 3500 metres of ascent. Some of the most famous climbs in the world await you... the Col de l'Iseran, the Col du Télégraphe and finally the majestic Col du Galibier.
During the 1911 Tour de France, Gustave Garrigou, then in the lead, faced a difficult climb and made a famous remark about the Galibier, saying, "It's not a climb, it's a mountain!" This phrase has since entered cycling legend, embodying the challenge of this legendary climb.

- Wednesday 27 August 2025: Briançon - Col d'Izoard (Briançon)
Stage 4
With 95 km and 2,200 metres of ascent, you'll discover the Col d'Izoard from "the other side", known as "La Casse Déserte"
The legendary Fausto Coppi climbed the Izoard via La Casse Déserte in 1949. As he approached the summit, he remarked that the stark, desolate beauty of La Casse Déserte, with its rocky outcrops and rugged terrain, gave him the impression of pedalling on the moon...

- Thursday 28 August 2025: Briançon - Cuneo (Italy)
Stage 5
With 140 km and 2900 metres of ascent, you attack the other side of the Col d'Izoard, then head for the Col d'Agnel, culminating at 2744 metres! You'll be well on your way. Stay at your own pace and make the most of the breathtaking views.