AUGUST 18

road bike getaway with peppermint:
two days away and around the aravis chain

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2 days in les aravis - road bike escape
2 days on the bike, exploring some of our favorite roads in the Aravis. We'll leave Chamonix in the morning and spend two days riding through mountain villages, quiet roads, and a few classic Aravis climbs. Expect long days in the saddle, plenty of elevation, and lots of snack and coffee!
We'll spend the night in a mountain refuge, sharing a simple dinner, and getting some rest before heading back out the next morning.
On day two, we'll continue linking together some of the best roads in the area before making our way back towards the valley. To finish the trip, we'll stop for a late lunch at Chez Franc in Servoz for some very good food! ‍

the Aravis are at their best when you slow down enough to take them in. two days of riding through the valleys and mountain roads, with nothing to think about except the next climb, and the next coffee stop!

spend the night in a mountain refuge along the way, share a hearty dinner with the group, then roll back the next day through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the French Alps.

Small group of up to 12 participants · Groups will be created by your own pace

Suitable for all bike levels

THE PLAN!

Expect:
Two full days of riding
Mountain roads and plenty of climbing
One night in a refuge
Dinner, breakfast, and final lunch included
A social pace with regular regroup points
gift from our partner peppermint

Total Distance: 180 km
Total Elevation: +3,300 m

DAY 1

Chamonix → Megève → Flumet → Col des Aravis → Le Grand-Bornand

Distance: 95 km
Elevation: +1,800 m

We'll roll out from chamonix after coffee and pastries, heading towards Megève before winding through the roads of the Val d'Arly.

The route gradually climbs towards Col des Aravis, where views of Mont Blanc and the Aravis peaks await! After a well-earned stop at the top, the ride continues into Le Grand-Bornand, our home for the night.

we will have an hour yoga class to reset before reseting our stomachs.

apéro and dinner!

DAY 2

Le Grand-Bornand → Col de la Colombière → Le Reposoir → Sallanches → Chamonix

Distance: 85 km
Elevation: +1,500 m

After breakfast, we'll tackle the second climb of the weekend: the Col de la Colombière.

From the summit, a long descent leads us through Le Reposoir and into the Arve Valley before gradually returning towards Chamonix.

Back in servoz, we'll head straight to chez Franc for lunch :)

train or bike back to chamonix :)

What to Expect

Chez Merlin

During the route, we will stop in original alpine town, local chalet with a premium mountain experience.

where you’ll stay

Dates

18-19th august

Location

Chamonix - Aravis

Group size

12 people max

Nights

1 night

practical details

for the food

we partner with @jesuisfranc. a lovely garden party setting, home cooked food and great views for the very last lunch on the way back.

Payment: the getaway costs 315€, including housing, food (1x dinner, 1x lunch, 1x breakfast), 1h yoga class, transport of personal effects and team leaders to create a good atmosphere.

We do have payment plans if needed, please contact us via the forms at the bottom of the page

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Pricing

included and not included:

included:

two full days on the bike
1 night on the move — with dinner and breakfast
please note that 1 lunch is not included (affordable pit stops are programmed along the way), please bring your fuelling, snacks or extra food you will need and let us know as soon as possible for dietary requirements.

transport of personal items to the housing (think small bag with necessities - pjs, toothbrush, change of clothes, towel…)

goodies from us and our partners

1h yoga

not included:

travel to and from Chamonix

extra snacks, personal fuelling, and 1 lunch up the mountains

personal insurance

gear, bike, helmet…

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