The French Job 2026 - French Alps

Discover the French Alps with Velodrom and Vive le Tour

The French Alps is one of the most impressive and majestic places in the world for cycling. This mountainous area offers all the aspects to make this trip a once in a lifetime experience. From the grandiose Col Alpe d'Huez to the incredible landscapes of the Col de la Croix de Fer, this is a feat you should take part in at least once in your life. The French Job is not a competitive race, yet rather is a way to share the passion for beautiful bikes, amazing mountain rides, and the best of cycling culture. We will take care of everything: transport, feeding stations, mechanical assistance, luxury 4* and 5* hotels, and whatever you will need.

This year as an optional package, you can live the "Tour d´France" experience. add 2 extra nights in our hotels and few more kilometers of cycling to live a stage of the Tour

WHY VELODROM?

Because you will experience a warm welcome and the best atmosphere.
Because our tours are designed with 2 or 3 hotels throughout the trip with or without a transition stage. You won't have to be changing hotels every day.
Because we offer the best rental bikes in the market.
Our ratio of 1 staff for every 4 clients will ensure that you are always accompanied with great service.
Because our feed stations are the best of the best! Offering local, healthy and freshly prepared food, differing daily. We will ensure your rides are fuelled correctly and allow you to recover fully.
This year we give you the oportunity to see the Tour d France at a mountain stage

DATES AND PRICES

Prices: Double Room 2990€
Tour the France Extra Stage 1 jul - 3 de jul +€850
Dates: This trip will run in 2026. This year join us in "The Italian Job 2025"
Start/End: Trip start from Lyon Airport / Trip end Lyon Airport.
Duration of the trip: 7 days / 6 nights / 6 Stages + aditional 2 days 2 nights "Tour de France" extra
Stats: 561km - 17150m
Rider Type: Avid intermediate level
Hotels: Le pic Blanc (Alp de Huez) - La V de Vaujany - Le Grand Aigle (La Salle-les-Alpes)
Bike Rental Option: Enve Melee with Sram Force AXS, carbon rim and disc brakes (limited availability) + 320 eur
Route Preparation: Precise cue sheets, elevation profiles, and complete route maps distributed in advance of trips.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

Transfers: All transportation from Grenoble Airport until the end.
All accommodations + All breakfasts + Picnic Lunches during rides + All Dinners.
Welcome Pack including a Scicon rain bag, event T-Shirt and a full Velodrom Cycling Kit worth over 600€.
Support Vehicles and mechanical assistance during the trip.
2 x Feeding Stations during each stage.
2 different riding group levels to cater to different cycling abilities.
Staff ratio 1 staff x 4 clients (1 riding guide every 8 riders).
Photography of the event.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

Airfares
Staff Gratuities
Travel insurance.
Additional personal photo expenses.
Hotel alcoholic drinks.

STAGES

STAGE 1 - First Day

From Alpe d'Huez, we embark on an impressive 70.2 km circular route with + 2780 m elevation.

We will enjoy natural gems such as Col du Poutrain, Lac Besson, and the legendary 21 hairpin bends climb of Alpe d'Huez.

STAGE 2 - Transfer Day through Big Mountains

Leaving Alpe d'Huez, a 70 km stage with 2700+ elevation, featuring two hidden mountain passes with iconic views. We will reach our second hotel, La V de Vaujany.

STAGE 3 - The Queen Stage

Our Queen Stage, covering 140 km and 4900 m of positive elevation. Although it is a challenging stage, you can choose not to crown Col de Chaussy, saving 25 km and 1100 m of elevation.

STAGE 4 - Transfer Day

A 90 km transition stage between hotels, starting from our second hotel and heading to Le Grand Aigle hotel. We will pass by Lac du Chambon, Cascade de la Pisse, and reach the summit of Col du Lautaret.

STAGE 5 - Through the mountains

We start with Col del Elche, then continue on a circular route where we have an optional pass, Col de Sestriere, and connect back to Briançon through Col de Montgenèvre to complete the 125 km loop with +2,400 m of elevation.

STAGE 6 - GRANON

The last day of the trip and probably one of the most exciting ones. We will wake up before the sunrise, and we will ride in the dark towards the Col du Granon. It is a unique experience to climb this famous pass in the dark with only a front/rear light. Catch the first rays of the sunlight and capture the best possible photos of yourself during the trip.

Congratulations, some would complete the french Job. Some will stay to chase a race.

EXTRA STAGE - "Vive le tour"

We have breakfast and head out to witness a stage of the Tour de France, where our staff will be waiting for us with a privileged spot to watch the tour. We will settle in and enjoy one of the stages of great importance this year, Col du Galibier, one of the ports where we can experience the Tour de France to the fullest. With 55 km covered and 1100+ elevation.

Later, we return to the hotel, relax for the evening, and prepare for our departure to the airport the next day.

HOTELS

Hôtel Le Pic Blanc

Welcome to Alpe d'Huez, "The Island in the Sun", the resort offering probably the most activities and entertainment. Here is an overview of its best features. It has an Spa and great gastronomical experience

Le V de Vaujany

The hôtel le V**** is an integral part of Domaine du V*****, a French-style resort located in the village centre of Vaujany, which includes Chalets****, gourmet restaurant, bistro, lounge, decoration shop, Spas, swimming pool, Ski-Room, Private terraces, Summer gardens, etc…

The Domaine du V**** concept is to make you enjoy your stay in mountains in an authentic village, rather secret, whose access is reserved for insiders.

You will be welcomed as in a real Family Home with smile, benevolence and simplicity of a team that feeds on the well-being of its customers.

Le Grand Aigle

Le Grand Aigle Hotel & Spa brings you a breath of fresh alpine air in a true mountain chalet combining authenticity and modernity. Located at an altitude of 1400 meters, in the ski resort of Serre Chevalier in the French Alps, our 4-star hotel offers exceptional facilities, elegant rooms, a Spa, a restaurant, as well as 39;a seminar room.