Published by Lyn on 21 February 2023
Published by Lyn on 21 February 2023
Self-catering option nestled at the bottom on the famous 21 bends
Hameau le Perrier
38114
Vaujany
Isere, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Price from: Low season: €350/night for the whole chalet (8 bedrooms); high season: € 600/night
Open: All year except November and the first week of May
La Maitreya is an 8-bedroom chalet with a sun-blessed terrace, hot tub and sauna. Add in bike storage and it's ideal for anyone looking to conquer the famous 21 bends of Alpe d'Huez. The owners can arrange massages, bike rental, help with route planning, or cater for any other special requests you might have. Alpe d’Huez is on the doorstep, with the Glandon, Galibier, Lautaret, Croix de Fer and many more all within reach from here. For mountain bikers, the Grand Domain Alpe d’Huez lift system runs throughout summer for downhill and crosscountry trails. French, English, Dutch and German spoken. Free wifi.-----
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Alpine farmhouse offering self-catered and camping options
Chemin Pierre Polycarpe
Les Sables
38520
Le Bourg d’Oisans
Isère, Rhône-Alpes
Price from: Camping from €10.50 per night, furnished tents from €450 per week, apartments from €65 per night, mobile homes €275-€850 per week
Open: All year, except for campsite which is open May to November
Surrounded by renowned Tour de France country, the Ferme Noemie is a British family-run farmhouse in a quiet rural location that provides a great base for relaxing and exploring the area. There is a nice mix of accommodation with something for everyone from the solo tourer to large groups: there are four apartments, two mobile homes, two furnished tents, and 16 tent places, all available for the majority of the year. For cyclists there are numerous rides on your doorstep, from the 4.5km flat ride to the town of Bourg d’Oisans, to the cols of Alpe d’Huez, Galibier, Sarenne, Croix de Fer and Glandon. There are also lots of mountain trails and loads of activities for non-cycling friends and family, including watersports at the nearby lake and river. Free wifi. French and English spoken.
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Apartments for 4-10 people in Bourg-dʼOisans at the base of Alpe d'Huez
15 Rue Ernest Graziotti
38520
Le Bourg-dʼOisans
Isère, Rhone-Alpes
Price from: €207 a night for whole apartment Minimum 2-night stay.
Open: All year
Recommended to us by cyclists who stayed there, the owners of Riders Apartments have ensured their accommodation is geared up for cyclists. Apartments sleep 4-10 people, making them ideal for families, groups and cycling clubs. The apartments are in the town of Le Bourg-dʼOisans, at the foot of Alpe d'Huez, making this a great base from which to tackle one of the Tour de France's iconic climbs (as well as a swathe of other famous ascents). There are two bike stores/garage areas plus some apartments have enclosed patio areas. English spoken. Apartments are clean, well-equipped and centrally located. Minimum two-night stay.
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Choose your own cycling adventure in a campervan or minivan
5 Le Croix Bozon
Peisey-Nancroix
73210
Peisey-Nancroix
Savoie, Rhône-Alpes
Phone: +33 (0)6 34 65 11 99
Email: info@bonfirevans.com
Price from: €72 a night, price varies with insurance and add-ons. Please ask for a quote tailored for your trip
Open: All year
Renting a campervan can give you great flexibility for your cycling holiday. Bonfire Vans rent a unique range of compact, all-wheel drive campervans perfect for your French cycling holiday. Their base near Annecy makes it easy to pickup and drop off in the Alps. They have a selection of VW Californias with offgrid potential and VW conversions with rear kitchen pods for cooking al fresco. Also available are 6 to 9-seater minibuses for groups. All available with rear hanging bike racks.
3-star hotel with hot tub, hammam and onsite massage facilities
Stylish hotel 2km from Lake Annecy and 500m from the train station, and just a few minutes to the Old Town, Annecy Cathedral and Château d'Annecy. Hotel restaurant and bar. Each room has tea and coffee making facilities. Free wifi. Buffet breakfast. Fitness centre with hammam and hot tub. Massage also available. 24-hour reception. Locked room inside the hotel for bikes, maps and rental advice available at reception. French and English spoken.
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Bike-friendly campsites on the Via Rhona between Lyon and Valence
50 Route de Font-Flacher
26140
Anneyron
Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Price from: €21, prices vary for cabins and other self-catered onsite accommodation
Open: April 17 to November 1
Camping La Châtaigneraie at Anneyron is a cool and shady campsite between Lyon and Valence and ideal for the Via Rhona bike route. It's got camping pitches, as well as self-catered chalets and mobile homes for longer stays or a few more creature comforts. Family friendly with kids' club. Swimming pool + spa/wellness centre. Accueil Velo-rated campsite. Onsite shop.
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Unique cabin accommodation in the vineyards
La Côte du Py 592
Route du Cru
69910
Villié-Morgon
Rhône, Rhone-Alpes
Price from: €152 (minimum 2-night stay)
Open: All year
Sixty kilometres north of Lyon west of the river Saone, Foudres du Chene du Py was recommended to us by cyclists who stayed there. The accommodation here is a real novelty – double rooms in old wooden oak vats on a working vineyard. Set in a natural garden overlooking a terrace, it offers complete privacy. Outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace. A continental breakfast is available each morning.
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Family run lodge on the road to Alpe d'Huez
Pont de la Romanche
38520
Le Bourg-dʼOisans
Isère, Rhône-Alpes (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes)
Price from: €88
Open: All year
Bo Lodge was recommended to us by a cyclist who stayed there. He described it as offering a great dinner, fun vibes and a top breakfast. Opened for summer 2020, it offers double and triple rooms. Welcomes cyclists of all ages (there are family rooms). Hot tub/Jacuzzi. Bar/restaurant. Plenty of outdoor space.Secure bike storage. French, English and Italian spoken.
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Centrally located apartment hotel for Alpe d'Huez
54 rue Général de Gaulle
38520
Le Bourg d’Oisans
Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Price from: €95-€400 per night depending on room/apartment size
Open: All year except November
As you can tell by the photo, the Hotel Le Milan Aparthotel is used to welcoming cyclists! It offers both hotel room and apartment accommodation of various sizes for groups ranging from 2 to 12 people. Each apartment is fully equipped with a kitchen, living room, TV, bathroom and bonus view of Alpe d’Huez, the base of which is just 2km away. From here, the Croix de Fer, Glandon, Lautaret/Galibier, Ornon, Les Deux Alpes can all also be ridden. The team at the aparthotel are cyclists and have stacks of local knowledge to share. French, English, Dutch and Spanish spoken. Free wifi. Lockable bike storage (pictured), plus there are ebike recharging points if your legs need a little help up the climbs. There is also a wellness area with sauna and sports massages. Plus there's a terrace, picnic area and a BBQ beside the river.
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Tent pitches, safari tents and cabins on the road to Les Arcs
Route des Arcs
73700
Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Savoie, Rhône-Alpes
Price from: €16 per night for a tent/campervan pitch for 2 people. Safari tent and cabin prices vary with the season and need a minimum 2-night stay
Open: May to September
On the road to the resort of Les Arcs, Camping Huttopia Bourg-Saint-Maurice provides excellent access to the famous mountain passes and resorts of the Haute-Tarentaise Valley, including the Petit Saint-Bernard. Onsite swimming pool. Terrace with cafe/bar area. Children's playground and summer activities. This is a certified Accueil Velo campsite. Pitches for tents and campervans + fixed base safari tents and cabins.
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Mountain hotel with good access to road and MTB routes
Village de Charmettoger
73700
Arc 1800, Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Savoie, Rhône-Alpes
Price from: €75
In winter, this hotel high up in the Paradiski ski area offers the convenience of ski in-ski, in summer it's an ideal base for exploring the hundreds of kilometres of road and mountain bike routes in the area around Bourg Saint Maurice. Restaurant and terrace with mountain views. Heated outdoor swimming pool. Management has confirmed they have secure bike parking available. Free wifi. A shuttle service can be requested to and from Lyon-St Exupéry Airport or Bourg-Saint-Maurice train station.
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Year-round mountain camping at the gateway to the Alps
La Vachette
05100
Val-des-Prés
Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (near Rhone-Alpes border)
Price from: €12 for basic pitch; prices vary for self-catered cabins and fixed base tents
Open: December 20 through until September 28 of the following year
Camping Le Montana is a 3-star campsite ideal for bike routes around Briançon and Serre Chevalier in Hautes-Alpes. Nestled between in the Clarée valley between Les Ecrins National Park and Le Queyras Regional Nature Park, this is pristine cycling country. Open both summer and winter. Heated outdoor pool and jacuzzi. Tent pitches plus self-catered mobile homes, chalets and fixed base tents. High mountain passes are accessible from the campsite. Bar, small shop, wifi.
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Comfortable hotel close to amenities
32 avenue de la République
05100
Briançon
Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Price from: €54
Open: All year
Traditional French guesthouse close to local MTB and road routes and near a quiet park. Onsite restaurant. Flexible accommodation with singles, doubles, triples and quads - ideal for families and sharers. Management advises that bikes can be safely stored in the hotel. Free wifi. French and English spoken.
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Apartment hotel in the centre of town
3 Place du Temple
05100
Briançon
Haute- Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Price from: €93
Open: All year
Résidence du Temple has self-catering apartments with a locked private parking area for bikes. Located in Briançon’s old town, it's handy to amenities and the train station. Apartments have washing machines, kitchens and other mod-cons. Onsite bar. Meals also available. The owners are outdoor enthusiasts who are happy to share their local knowledge.
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Budget hotel option 16km south-west of Briancon
18 Avenue de Vallouise
05120
L'Argentière-la-Bessée
Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Price from: €22 a night or €140 a week
Open: All year
Predominantly a ski hotel in the winer, Icerock Hotel also opens in summer for cyclists and walkers. Rooms with dorm-style accommodation for a bargain basement price. Singles, doubles and quads. Onsite bar. Shared kitchen for self-caterers. The hotel has a cellar that doubles as a secure bike store. Free wifi. French and English spoken.
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Ride the shores of Lake Bourget and relax waterside afterwards
173 Avenue du Petit Port
73100
Aix-les-Bains
Savoie, Rhône-Alpes
Price from: €89
Open: All year
Located in Aix-les-Bains, just north of Chambery and only 200 metres from Lake Bourget, the Best Western Aquakub is a great base for cycling and active holidays in general. There's a indoor sports area with a pool, wellbeing area and fitness centre. Relax after your ride on the terrace overlooking the lake, or treat yourself to the French and international cuisine on offer at the hotel restaurant. All rooms and suites are air-conditioned (some with lake and mountain views). Free wifi. Tea and coffee making facilities available upon request. Buffet breakfast. Hotel bar. Management advises there is a secure area inside the hotel for 4-5 bikes.
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Stylish Chambery hotel set in a beautifully restored convent building
4 Rue de Boigne
73000
Chambéry
Savoie, Rhône-Alpes (Rhône-Alpes)
Price from: €88
Open: All year
Hotel des Princes is a beautifully presented hotel set in an old convent that dates back to 1471. It's been recommended to us by cyclists who stayed there. Located in the heart of the old part of Chambery, it's handy to local restaurants and bars, plus it's only 800m from the train station. Great option for groups, with some suites comfortably sleeping up to 6 adults. Onsite spa, jacuzzi and sauna, plus massage service. Management welcomes cyclists and says bikes can be safely stored inside the hotel. Free wifi (plus there's a computer available for guest use). Full buffet breakfast. French and English spoken.
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Spacious chalet for 8 people near wonderful MTB and road routes
15 Chemin des Tissourds
74400
Chamonix
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Phone: +44 (0)1483 579242
Email: sales@collineige.com
Price from: €2445 per week for up to 8 people
Open: All year
Chalet Les Tissourds is a wonderful Maison de Pays that has been beautifully restored and refurbished, a self-catered chalet in a class of its own. Built originally in 1924 the chalet is very well located, just a 5-10 minute stroll to the centre of Chamonix and near some fabulous restaurants. Situated in a quiet road it has wonderful views up to Mont Blanc, the Glacier des Bossons and across to Brévent on the other side of the valley. It's accueil velo-rated and the Tour de France route is often on the doorstep. A modern design within a traditional setting, the chalet is a delicious mixture of old and new. On the ground floor there is an open-plan kitchen and living room with French windows that open out onto a pretty garden, plus a kit room and a cloakroom. On the lower ground floor there is a cosy snug with sofas, beanbags and a 130cm screen, where you can chill out with some DVDs. Next door is a laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Relax in the jacuzzi, which is in the garden and enjoys wonderful views of Mont Blanc. The chalet sleeps 8 people and is available on a catered basis with breakfasts and other meals, or self-catered.
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Light and luxurious chalet for 12-15 people overlooking Mont Blanc
97 Chemin du Taro
74400
Chamonix
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Phone: +44 (0)1483 579242
Email: sales@collineige.com
Price from: €3945 a week for up to 15 people
Open: All year
Chalet Valhalla is an accueil velo-rated chalet in Chamonix, a French town famous for skiing and, increasingly, a cycling hotspot – the Tour de France often passes nearby. The chalet is built with beautiful natural timbers and is a structure of grand proportions right in the heart of Chamonix. It is open and light with floor-to-ceiling windows giving you Titanic views of Mont Blanc. A minstrel’s gallery overlooks the sitting/dining room and from here you share the same breathtaking view that is enjoyed from below. Add to this contemporary look a touch of traditional Savoyarde style and there’s the WOW! factor. Ideal for large family groups or groups of cycling friends, the icing on the gateau is the hot tub and the sauna in the garden with the best seats in the house overlooking Mont Blanc. Valhalla's location hits the high notes, set in an idyllic spot beside the forest it is also only a short stroll to the centre. More importantly, it is a mere two minutes staggering distance from the popular MBC bar and the Michelin-starred Albert 1er is just around the corner. Perfect! Available self-catered or fully catered with an inhouse chef.
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Maurienne Valley chalet with views of the Col du Telegraphe
Les Melezes
73450
Valmeinier
Savoie, Rhône-Alpes (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes)
Price from: Prices vary according to the season
Open: All year
Chalet Le 1000 Thabor sleeps up to 15 people. Ride Col du Telegraphe (6 kilometres away) or Col du Galibier, Col du Glandon and Croix de Fer, then Lacets de Montvernier or Col de la Madeleine, Aussois and Col du Montcenis, Col de l’Iseran. To help you recover from your cycling day you can enjoy a Finnish sauna before firing up the gas BBQ and enjoying a beer in your private garden, all while taking in the wonderful view of the Col du Telegraphe. There's free parking for cars and a secure garage for your bike.
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Posted: 3 May 2023
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