Plaine Joux and Domancy
By Will • May 8th, 2013 • Category: CyclingThe best part of Plaine Joux is without a doubt the views of Mont Blanc and surrounding mountains.
The best part of Plaine Joux is without a doubt the views of Mont Blanc and surrounding mountains.
It is still too early for the high Alps roads to be open. But I thought I’d climb some beautiful roads and see how high I could get.
Many of the most famous climbs in the alps have days where they are closed to motor traffic, reserved for cyclists. Nice.
Col de Pierre Carrée is the highest Col in the north French alps that is open all year – to provide access to Flaine ski station.
I had hoped for more sun, but I had an itch to scratch
Near Geneva many of the best Nordic Ski locations are at the top of interesting cycling climbs.
My 2013 Cycling Challenge
Here are my ten favourite rides of the year:
Don’t worry, yes, I’ve been on the bike recently.