Motorcycle holidays in the Maurienne
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Motorcycle holidays in the Maurienne
Home to legendary Alpine passes
Hardly any other region in Europe boasts so many famous Alpine passes within such a small area as the Maurienne. Whether it’s the Col du Glandon, the Col de la Croix de Fer, the Col du Télégraphe, the Col du Galibier or Europe’s highest tarmac-surfaced Alpine pass – the Col de l’Iseran: Here in Savoy, one cycling highlight follows another. Thanks to its central location, new dream routes through the French Alps open up every day – with little traffic, impressive mountain panoramas and plenty of cycling fun.
Amidst high peaks, tranquil side valleys and traditional Savoyard villages, here in the French region of Savoy you can enjoy varied rides far away from heavy traffic. The Maurienne is one of the most spectacular motorcycling regions in France. Between the high Alpine passes of Col de la Madeleine, Galibier, Iseran and Mont Cenis, one bend follows another.
Highlights for your motorbike holiday in the Maurienne
- Ascent to the legendary Col de la Madeleine
- Day trips over the Galibier, Iseran, Croix de Fer and Mont Cenis
- French Alpine charm with authentic mountain villages and spectacular panoramic views
The premier class of Alpine passes
The Maurienne, situated in the heart of Savoy, captivates visitors with its impressive concentration of legendary Alpine passes. Here, one bend follows another – accompanied by spectacular mountain panoramas, deep, rugged valleys and typical Savoyard mountain villages with their old stone houses featuring timber-framed façades and slate roofs, and narrow streets set against the unspoilt Alpine backdrop. The region is perfect for relaxed half-day rides as well as challenging pass marathons through the French Alps.
Whether it’s a leisurely panoramic loop or an extended pass stage featuring several legendary climbs – every motorcyclist will find their own dream ride in the Maurienne. With little traffic outside the peak travel seasons, varied roads and authentic places to stop for refreshments, every ride in Savoy is a special experience. Anyone wishing to discover authentic France on two wheels will find here one of the most beautiful and diverse motorcycling regions in Europe.
Our motorbike expert in the Maurienne
Our MoHo host knows every bend on the route around the Col de la Madeleine and helps you plan the perfect tour through the French Alps.
A hotel for your motorbike holiday in the Maurienne
The MoHo – Motorcycle Hotel in the Maurienne region is the ideal base for tackling legendary Alpine passes and enjoying relaxing evenings after days spent riding along winding roads in the French Alps.
Right on the Col de la Madeleine – France’s first MoHo – Motorbike Hotel
Tours for your motorbike holiday in the Maurienne
From the Madeleine via the Galibier to the Iseran: in the Maurienne, some of Europe’s most famous Alpine passes come together to form unforgettable circular routes.
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Motorcycle holidays in the Maurienne
