Alpe d’Huez hairpins
Huez, France
The famous climb of 21 numbered hairpins from Le Bourg-d’Oisans, each bend signed with the names of Tour de France stage winners here. The road is wide and open all year; expect cyclists at every turn.
The road to L'Alpe d'Huez climbs about 13.8 km from Le Bourg-d'Oisans on the D211 to the ski resort in the Grandes Rousses, at roughly 1,800 m. The average gradient is 8.1%, and about 13% at its steepest. The 21 hairpin bends are famous, each named after a Tour de France stage winner; the seventh is known as the "Dutch Corner" after the Dutch fans. The Tour first rode the climb in 1952, when Fausto Coppi won.
Since then it has been a stage finish several times, most recently in 2026 on stages 19 and 20, and in 2004 as a mountain time trial. By car, 30 to 45 minutes is enough; if you want to stop, allow more time. Cyclists are out at every bend, especially in summer, so drive calmly. In winter snow can make the drive harder.
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- Huez, France
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- 45.0920, 6.0690
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
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Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Aire de camping-car Auris en OisansMotorhome stopover5 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpins · 24 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowed
- Aire de camping-car Point BleuMotorhome stopover5 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpinsMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalFree
- Aire de services et stationnement camping-cars VaujanyMotorhome stopover7 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpins · 10 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Aire de camping car - Les 2 alpesMotorhome stopover9 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpins · 28 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
- Camping Les 7 LauxCampsite22 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpinsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Camping Municipal d'ArsineCampsite24 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpinsTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
All campsites in France · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Alpe d’Huez hairpins?
Alpe d’Huez hairpins is in Huez, France, at GPS 45.0920, 6.0690. It is about 5 km from Le Bourg-d'Oisans.
Can you camp near Alpe d’Huez hairpins?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is À la Rencontre du Soleil, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 41 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Alpe d’Huez hairpins?
Alpe d’Huez hairpins is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Col de l’Iseran and the Maurienne passes.
What is there to see near Alpe d’Huez hairpins?
Places worth a stop nearby: Col de la Croix de Fer (18 km), La Grave and the Meije (19 km), Col du Galibier (27 km) and Grande Chartreuse (37 km).
When is the best time to visit Alpe d’Huez hairpins?
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)