Alpe Duez

We decided to climb the Alpe before the race goes over on Friday due to the huge crowds already building on the mountain a week before!

We travelled from Avignon to the base in  torrential rain but luckily it stopped as we arrived.
I have watched this climb on the tv for 20 years and dreamed of riding it one day.
The amount of tour legends that have conquered this climb and the history behind it make it must do in my book.
The first part of the climb is very steep and I thought I was in for a tough day but soon
The grade became more manageable. The climb is made up of 21 hairpin turns each one has a sign
Named after a previous tour winner that helps to count down the distance to the top.
I totally enjoyed myself on the iconic climb. My day was complete