Accommodation for cyclists & walkers in the French Alps
The Maurienne Valley
The Apartment
Our apartment, sleeping upto 4 persons, is situated in the beautiful hamlet of Orelle in the Maurienne Valley, France. It is just 2 hours from Geneva or 1.5 hours from Turin by car. The railway station in St Michel is only 7km away.
The Classic Cols
"Le Plus Grand Domaine Cyclable du Monde"
Many of the classic cols featuring regularly in the Tour de France are within easy reach - the start of the stunning Telegraphe / Galibier is only 7km away!
Walking
For a change from cycling, there are many great walks starting directly from Orelle - ranging from gentle strolls through the woods to the picturesque hamlets of Le Teppey, Le Noiray, La Fusine and Orellette, to full day expeditions up into the mountains.
The Cols
Col du Telegraphe
Height gain 853m
Average gradient 7%
Maximum gradient 10%
Col du Galibier
Height gain 1216m
Average gradient 7%
Maximum gradient 11%
Col de la Madeleine
Height gain 1518m
Average gradient 8%
Maximum gradient 13%
Col du Chaussy
Height gain 1090m
Average gradient 7%
Maximum gradient 10%
Col du Mont Cenis
Height gain 682m
Average gradient 7%
Maximum gradient 11%
Other
Col de l'Iseran, Col du Mollard, Col de la Croix de Fer, Col du Glandon - plus Albanne and the stunning Lacets de Montvernier - are all within reach.
Please contact us if you would like further information.
The Details
The Apartment
Our apartment can sleep 3 - 4, with a separate double bedroom and a double sofa bed in the living area, kitchen, bathroom and separate wc. It has a large south facing balcony with beautiful views and there is a free swimming pool and spa in the complex. A shop, laundry and free wifi are available on site. Bikes can be stored securely within the underground car park.
The Price
45 euros per apartment per night in July and August, subject to a minimum stay of 3 nights - 250 euros per week (excluding tourist tax and final cleaning charge, if required).
The Location
The Hameau des Eaux d'Orelle is a modern development, situated only a few kilometres from the A43 motorway, linking Chambery to northern Italy. Despite this, the local area is really peaceful, thanks to the tunnels which allow both the motorway and the trains to bypass the village completely.