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Alpe d’Huez hairpins – AgorAlp, Alpe d'Huez, Huez, 2026📷 DimiTalen, CC0
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Alpe d’Huez hairpins

Huez, France

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The famous climb of 21 numbered hairpins from Le Bourg-d’Oisans, each bend signed with the names of Tour de France stage winners here. The road is wide and open all year; expect cyclists at every turn.

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Huez, France
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Scenic viewpoints
GPS
45.0920, 6.0690
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Aire de camping-car Auris en OisansMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpins · 24 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Aire de camping-car Point BleuMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpins
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalFree
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Aire de services et stationnement camping-cars VaujanyMotorhome stopover
    7 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpins · 10 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Aire de camping car - Les 2 alpesMotorhome stopover
    9 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpins · 28 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping Les 7 LauxCampsite
    22 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpins
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping Municipal d'ArsineCampsite
    24 km from Alpe d’Huez hairpins
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in France · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Alpe d’Huez hairpins?

Alpe d’Huez hairpins is in Huez, France, at GPS 45.0920, 6.0690. It is about 5 km from Le Bourg-d'Oisans.

Can you camp near Alpe d’Huez hairpins?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is À la Rencontre du Soleil, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 41 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Alpe d’Huez hairpins?

Alpe d’Huez hairpins is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Col de l’Iseran and the Maurienne passes.

What is there to see near Alpe d’Huez hairpins?

Places worth a stop nearby: Col de la Croix de Fer (18 km), La Grave and the Meije (19 km), Col du Galibier (27 km) and Grande Chartreuse (37 km).

When is the best time to visit Alpe d’Huez hairpins?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)