2027 Registration: opens October 1, 2026
5-6 JUNE 2027
LEISURE RIDE
Distance: 75 km
Elevation gain: 1,500 m
400 entries available
Entry fee: €15–€20
Starting in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne, discover the spectacular Montvernier hairpins and the Col du Chaussy on a non-timed, non-competitive cycling tour. A friendly and accessible ride that allows you to explore the Maurienne at your own pace.
Aids stations
Col du Chaussy - km 32
Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne - Km 75
The Climb
Lacets de Montvernier
3 km | 18 hairpins | 8% average gradient
Col du Chaussy14 km | 1031 m elevation gain |7% average gradient
Stop Chrono
Non-timed event with no rankings
Time cut-offs
No cut-off times
PRESENTATION
The Galibier Challenge cycling tour invites participants to discover the Maurienne in a different way, with no timing, no rankings and no cut-off times.
Starting in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne, the route leads to the spectacular Montvernier hairpins. Clinging to the mountainside, their 18 tight bends make for an unusual and iconic climb. The road then continues towards the Col du Chaussy, through unspoilt landscapes featuring traditional villages, alpine pastures and panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.
After exploring the roads of Savoie, riders return to the finish in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne. More than just a sporting event, this cycling tour is an invitation to ride at your own pace, share a friendly experience and discover the area before tackling the legendary Col du Galibier the following day—if you choose to do so.