L'Arpettaz loop

Bike touring routes & trails

France

Auvergne Rhône Alpes

L'Arpettaz loop

Hard

5.0

(3)

186

riders

L'Arpettaz loop

05:15

65.9km

1,880m

Cycling

This relatively little-known route leads over the Col de l'Arpettaz, offering untamed nature with exceptional views of Mont-Blanc and the Aravis range. This pass, which peaks at 1,581 metres (5,187 ft) above sea level, opens for the summer between May and June depending on snow conditions.

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by Explore Savoie

Last updated: June 3, 2024

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2.80 km

Val d'Arly cycle route

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Nice bike path, beautiful landscape.

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27.1 km

Col de l'Arpettaz

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This little-known pass offers magnificent views of the Mont-Blanc massif. But the climb is worth it. You have the option of continuing in gravel mode towards the Col des Aravis.

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50.5 km

Route du col de la Forclaz

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The Forclaz road climbs to the eponymous pass. The climb is regular and reveals beautiful views of the Ugine valley. From Isle, the climb is 6.8 kilometers long, for an …

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65.9 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

54.8 km

9.07 km

1.86 km

217 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

48.8 km

16.5 km

447 m

217 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,580 m)

Lowest point (340 m)

Weather

Wednesday 7 October

15°C

9°C

99 %

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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Comments

June 28, 2025,Col de l’Arpettaz

Look for freshness. At the Arpettaz pass you will be served. Be careful at the summit, the reguge does not accept credit cards.

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June 30, 2026,2026-25 Sommerreise Route de Grande Alpes: Marlens Col de Arpettaz Marlens

Today one of two additional laps. Started early, first a bit of a railway path, but then it quickly got down to business. Overall steady climbs, very few cars, only one with a motorcycle and quite a few more cyclists. A nice salad at the top. The descent is not yet the D109, the photos are mislabeled. Great views of …

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April 16, 2024

This relatively little-known route leads over the Col de l'Arpettaz, offering untamed nature with exceptional views of Mont-Blanc and the Aravis range. This pass, which peaks at 1,581 metres (5,187 ft) above sea level, opens for the summer between May and June depending on snow conditions.
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