In the heart of the Galibier massive, Valloire's 17 hamlets wind around the golden valley. Tradition preserved, Valloire's houses and chalets are kept in authentic character, an invitation to travel back in time. You will quickly fall in love with Valloire, its natural beauty and warm hospitality
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The Galibier Pass
The story of the pass
The Galibier pass is a natural frontier between two alpine valleys. It seems that it has been used for years since prehistory, first by the army , then by travellers.
A road, suitable for motor vehicles, is open in 1879, then the tunnel (1891).
After being closed during about 30 years, this tunnel is open again since last summer.
The first Tour de France run through the Galibier in july 10th 1911. From this date the Tour de France has known some of its most famous stages in this pass.
La route des Grandes Alpes
This is a legendary route providing an excellent way of meeting locals, nature and having a look at the high peaks. It is a beautiful itinerary from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean sea through the wild Alps. Valloire and the Galibier pass are a major stopping place on this road.
A historical road, an invitation to discover
In 1910, the Touring Club de France initiates works on the " Route des Grandes Alpes ". The route meanders along mountain roads for almost 600 km. Crossing 16 passes, this road is one of the most famous in Europe. Some of this passes are the places of Tour de France feats...
Valloire, a stopping place you can't get away from
Located between two passes (the Télégraphe and the Galibier), Valloire offers a great holiday. It is an authentic traditional village built around its baroque church...
For more information:
> Guide Gallimard Route des Grandes Alpes
> Association "Route des Grandes Alpes"
BP 227 - F 38019 Grenoble cedex
Web site: www.routedesgrandesalpes.com
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